It is a little-known fact that a public swimming pool was at the heart of a series of civil rights lawsuits that culminated in the desegregation of Am...

In the wake of pandemic-driven new pool construction, investigators have turned up three more fraudulent pool contractors. In Little Rock, Arkansas, t...

Apple Smartwatches are Great, but are they Waterproof? Part wristwatch, part smartphone sidekick, smartwatches are great for helping wearers lead a he...

Welcome to the latest edition of our popular “Can You Top This?” column, featuring the newest entry in the Service Industry News “Horror File. ” This ...

Despite environmentally motivated decarbonization efforts, gas-fired pool heaters remain the most popular choice for heating pools. Modern new gas-fir...

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heat pumps save both energy and money relative to gas heaters. That is because heat pumps transfer heat fr...

Pool heating costs and energy use are significantly reduced by installing a solar pool heater. Their upfront cost is comparable with gas heaters, but ...

Customers can significantly reduce swimming pool heating costs and energy use by using a pool cover. In the accompanying tables, one can see the costs...

The following organizations offer educational and certification opportunities for the pool & spa service professional across the United States. Some c...

Aquatic Facility Training & Consultants is a worldwide leader in in-person and online/virtual swimming pool education. All sessions, virtual and face-...