As a pool care business owner, you’re likely focused on keeping your customers’ pools sparkling clean and well-maintained. Maybe you’re just focused on getting thru your day. However, there’s another crucial aspect of running your business that requires year-round attention: Taxes. With the 2025 tax season just seven months away, it’s never too late to […]
End of The Month Checklist to Help You Review Your Weekly Pool Care Business Financial & Operational Performance
As the owner of a weekly pool care business, maintaining crystal clear water is not your only responsibility. You also need to ensure that your business is making a profit. Now that January is over, it’s essential to have a checklist to help you review your business’s financial and operational performance. This not only aids […]
Are You Accounting for Sales Tax Correctly In Your Pool Care Business?
Understanding Sales Tax on Swimming Pool Services When it comes to taxes, it’s essential to stay informed about what is and is not taxable in your state. Many business owners may not realize that certain services such as swimming pool maintenance, are subject to sales tax. In Texas, the state comptroller has made it clear […]
Are You Paying Attention to Your Expenses?
It’s time to get back to the nitty-gritty of running a successful pool care business. Today, let’s talk about one of the key pillars of positive cash flow. Watching your expenses is a critical factor that can make or break your operation. Just to share a slice of my reality – I recently got hit […]
What Are The Four Legs (Pillars) of Your Pool Care Business Success?
Welcome Back Welcome back to “The Pool Blog”, where we dive deep into the world of the pool care business. In today’s post, I will explore an analogy that highlights the importance of having multiple legs of support for your weekly pool care business. Just like a table needs four sturdy legs to remain stable, […]
What are the Insurance Requirements for your Weekly Pool Care Business?
Insurance Policies for your Weekly Pool Care Business. Running a weekly pool care business comes with its own set of risks and liabilities. From accidental injuries to property damage, unforeseen events can potentially disrupt your operations and put your business and personal assets at financial risk. That’s why having the right insurance coverage is crucial. […]
6 More Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) You Can Use to Grow Your Weekly Pool Care Business Part 2
Total Revenue Per Daily Route: You can Calculate the total number of pools and total gross revenue generated on each of your daily routes. By looking at the total miles driven, and amount of chemicals used on each daily route you can come up with a pretty good net profit number for each route. This […]
5 Reasons Why a Well-Organized Chart of Accounts is so Powerful!
Welcome back to my weekly pool care blog! Today, I am going to dive into an essential financial tool that might not be the most glamorous topic but it is crucial for keeping your pool care business running smoothly: The Chart Of Accounts. While it may sound like just another boring accounting term, a chart […]
