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California Drought: Why We Must Act

California is experiencing its most severe drought in 500 years. This poses a dangerous threat to the pool and spa industry — but luckily, there's a lot you can do to help.

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January New and Updated Pool and Spa Products

New year, new products! Check out this bounty of new and updated products from around the industry.

The Incredible Mistake a Service Pro Made

What started as a routine pool draining in Connecticut ended in handcuffs for one service technician. What happened? We have the story and shocking photos.

Should You Sue Your Customer?

Just about every small business owner finds an unpaid invoice in their hands. But before you think about suing your customer, ask yourself these three questions.

Dead Zones: How They Happen and How to Avoid Them

Dead zones are places in the pool the circulation current can't reach. Eliminate them with the right pump and mixing strategy.

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Meet the 2013 Perfect Pool Guy, Gal, Spa Guy

During IPSPE in Las Vegas, Pleatco honored its new winners of the annual Perfect Pool Guy/Gal Awards. But this year came with a twist — in addition to honoring the Perfect Pool Guy and Gal, Pleatco passed out a brand-new award for the Perfect Spa Guy.Tommy Rayburn, Parrot Head Pool Service, Spring, Texas

Failing Salt Generators: The Phosphate Connection

When a salt chlorine generator begins to fail it will not produce sufficient free chlorine to keep up with demand. One possible cause is the presence of phosphates in the pool water.

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Meet the 2013 Pleatco Perfect Pool Guy, Pool Gal, Spa Guy

The winners of Pleatco's annual contest for service professionals have been named — but this year's awards came with a big twist.

Arctic Exchange: Spa Maintenance in Cold Temps

When you live in colder climates, hot tub service is a tricky matter. Here, a Canadian service pro shares his technique for changing spa water in seriously cold weather.

Top and bottom: Here are some of the items that should be riding along with you to a wintertime water change.

Shining a Light on Energy Star

While the Energy Star program was launched in 1992, only recently has the pool industry joined in with Energy Star-certified pumps. Here's how it happened.

Can't-Miss Products at IPSPE 2013

In Vegas for IPSPE right now? Here are just some of the products you'll find on the show floor.

Water Clarity Saves Lives

Drowning and near-drowning events have been on the rise. Here, Terry Arko from SeaKlear explains the main causes of cloudy water, how you can fix it and how you can prevent it.

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