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In this episode of the Pool Chasers podcast, host Greg Villafana engages in an insightful discussion with Carla Barrera and Jessica Wood from Lyon Financial, exploring the nuanced world of pool financing. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the differences between secured and unsecured loans, the typical costs involved in pool installation, and the impact of credit scores on financing options. Carla and Jessica emphasize the importance of choosing the right pool contractor, delve into the specifics of the loan approval process, and discuss Lyon Financial's unique long-term loan offerings. Additionally, they touch on the return on investment for pool installations and the upcoming initiatives at Lyon Financial. The episode is packed with valuable information for anyone considering financing a pool, offering both practical advice and industry insights.

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Andy Everleigh is second generation CEO of Environmental Pools located in Chelmsford Massachusetts. Environmental Pools ranks nationally amongst the top 50 pool builders in the country, along with receiving numerous awards over the years. Andy Everleigh Jr. started working for the company at a young age and joined the staff full time upon graduating from Suffolk University with a Business Management degree. He has been a vital part of the company’s growth over the past 15 years. Andy’s focus has been the expansion of the company’s presence throughout New England while maintaining the highest level of workmanship in collaboration with the finest architects and builders. He brings forth a new level of experience through communication and swimming pool construction techniques. His passion and vision will lead the company forward.

In this episode Andy discusses the history, transitioning into the CEO position, growth, technology, and how they work with home builders and landscape architects.

This episode is brought to you by Lyon Financial: Offer your customers the industry’s best financing options and sell more pools! Lyon Financial’s low rates and long terms give your clients more buying power by making a pool affordable, one low monthly payment at a time. They offer unsecured loans with: • Low, fixed rates • Terms up to 30 years • Single loan amounts up to $200,000 • Options for credit scores of 640+ • And no 6% consulting fees like other finance sources charge your customers

Lyon Financial pays builders directly, ensuring payment on time and in full.

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• Environmental Pools LinkedIn 
• Andy Everleigh LinkedIn 

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On this episode of Pool Magazine podcast we have the distinct pleasure of chatting with Keith Zars, owner of Keith Zars Pools, they’re consistently rated as one of the top pool companies in the country and certainly the local leaders in their hometown of San Antonio, TX. We take a sneak peek at one of their latest over-the-top resort-style residential pool projects and chat with the Zars about what it takes to run a top-rated pool construction company and why his firm has been so successful.

Guest: Keith Zars - Keith Zars Pools
Sponsor: Hayward

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Greg and Justin sit down with Ryan West, President of Leak Science, a veteran-owned company which specializes in swimming pool leak detection and pool restoration.

Ryan got his start in the pool business after leaving the U.S. Navy. Beginning with a small route of pools, he quickly grew his company to over 300 client accounts. After a successful run in pool service management, Ryan sold his business and switched his focus exclusively to repair work.

Following leak detection training, Ryan opened Leak Science—the only full-service company of its kind in the Valley. He lists the unique challenges of the job, the equipment he uses, what he listens for as a leak locator, and the stringent training process he uses when hiring repairmen.

Ryan discusses the different types of leaks and what makes detecting them so hard. He also explains what builders should consider when constructing a pool to minimize the risk of leaks, as well as what to do to ensure longevity following a leak fix.

Finally, he talks about his process for working with new clients, communicating with irritable clients, avoiding lawsuits, and dealing with the tricky situation of being called on by owner-builders.

Sponsors:

• Jandy SpeedSet Variable-Speed Pump Controller 
• Lyon Financial 
• Anderson Manufacturing 

Topics Discussed:

• [05:05] About Ryan and Leak Science
• [12:58] Ryan’s worst job
• [19:59] What makes leak detection so hard
• [24:19] Types of leaks
• [32:21] How long it takes for a leak to be noticed and preliminary questions asked
• [39:37] The average cost of Ryan’s services
• [45:10] About the static leak test
• [57:28] Using helium in leak detection
• [1:09:55] Ensuring longevity following a leak fix
• [1:20:17] Structural considerations to avoid leaks when constructing a pool
• [1:25:17] Dealing with owner-builders
• [1:28:06] Ryan’s favorite pool and the most outrageous pool he’s ever seen

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• Leak Science Website 

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Greg chats with Meagan Kendrick of PoolPro Magazine to talk about this year’s 30 Under 40, whose annual selection of winners are featured in the magazine’s November/December issue.

The 30 Under 40 is one of the magazine’s most exclusive features, highlighting young industry up-and-comers from a variety of fields, from manufacturing to retail to plaster. Not to mention, it’s a great promotional tool for business owners as well as those looking to reach the next level in their career!

Nominations open on May 1 and close at the end of June. Selections are made across the next few months before finally being announced in November. Anyone in the industry can be nominated—you can even nominate yourself.

Once you receive the detailed form, Meagan encourages nominees to “let your personality shine. We want to get a taste for you and your passion for the industry!”

Nominate your pick for this year’s 30 Under 40 at https://poolpromag.com/30-under-40-nominations/ 

Topics Discussed:

• [03:08] About PoolPro Magazine’s 30 Under 40
• [04:33] Highlighting up-and-comers in the industry
• [06:14] How to nominate a pool professional
• [12:54] How to increase your chances of getting picked
• [15:09] Photo requirements
• [19:10] Where the 30 Under 40 winners will be featured

Connect with Pool Pro Magazine:

• 30 Under 40 Sign Ups 
• Website 
• Instagram 
• Facebook 

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Key Quotes by Megan:

• We are trying to highlight up-and-comers in the pool industry. We are looking for people across the industry: If you work for a manufacturer or a distributor, if you’re in service or building or retail—everybody is welcome in this contest. We try to highlight the breadth and depth of the industry and the talent within it.
• The contest is a level playing field where it’s not about what others think of you, but what you think of yourself and what you’re passionate about.

When we talk about sophisticated water features, pencil jets offer an inobtrusive and seamless look under the coping to add character to a swimming pool. To better understand how pool contractors are using this feature we spoke with Blake Swanson, pool builder and owner of Premier Pools & Spas South Bay in California.

Swanson recently posted an example of the application in the Ask The Masters group on Facebook and we wanted to take a deeper dive with him on our podcast to learn more about this unique aesthetic for the pool. Listen in on our conversation and learn about how pool construction experts like Swanson are using pencil jets to achieve a sophisticated look in their pool designs.

Sponsored by: Furrion

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Pool professionals are always looking for the latest software innovation that will help them elevate their business. Pentair Pool Builder is a full-featured construction management and CRM system specifically designed and developed for pool builders.

Tommy Reynolds, the original developer of the software,  came up with the idea for the app while having his own swimming pool built. A lack of effective tools gave him the idea to develop his own app that would allow him to better communicate back and forth with his pool builder and have real-time visibility over his project.

Fast forward to today, Pentair has released the software as a fully functional Construction Management and CRM system.  Best in class features like lead management, job costing, scheduling phases, notifications, and construction monitoring are directly baked directly into the software. It's sleek interface and user-friendly app promise mobile access to your pool business like never before. Listen in as we go one-on-one with Reynolds to discuss Pentair Pool Builder.

Guest: Tommy Reynolds - Senior Business Development Manager / Pentair
Sponsor: GENESIS

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Building pools in South Florida has changed and no one knows this better than Erik Eikevik. For 70 years in South Florida has made Ike's Carter a mainstay in the local area. We caught up with Eikevik to talk shop and chat with him about building pools in one of the most competitive markets in America. During our conversation, we discussed what features bring the most value to homeowners building a pool in South Florida and how global changes are impacting Florida pool builders.

Guest: Erik Eikevik - Ike's Carter Pools
Sponsor: Ledge Lounger

Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals
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Today we're chatting about the recent pool shortages on everything from chlorine to PVC to everything in between that seems to be delaying pool projects and causing prices to skyrocket. Stephen Little is an industry veteran with a thriving Service company in Palm Springs. A recognized thought leader in the pool industry and CEO of Claro Pool, Little shares his perspective on what is causing the shortages the pool industry currently faces. He also shares his viewpoint on how it's been impacting pool service companies like his. Little's perspective comes from that of a large service contractor currently facing shortages and a still prevalent Covid-19 surge in demand in 2021.

May is National Water Safety Month and the 55/5 campaign is one that Pool Magazine is proud to get behind. They're teaching kids how to swim and we'd appreciate it if you would check out what their worthwhile cause is doing to help.

Sponsored by Basecrete
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