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Penalties rise for CSLB violations

SB779setsnewminimumfineforthose not compliantandworkingwithnon-compliant

December 31, 2025

California lawmakers just passed a bill to raise minimum fines for unlicensed contractors by as much as 650 percent, a move that received nearly unani...

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Hot water attracts people and dirt

December 31, 2025

From volcanic springs to backyard spas, humans have always chased hot water. We soak to heal, to socialize, to pray, to recover, and — especially in t...

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Controlling iguanas in Florida’s pools

December 31, 2025

A man owes his new career to the iguanas plaguing his backyard swimming pool. Pompano Beach, Florida resident Stephen Dickenson has become a professio...

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Faux contractor faces criminal charges

December 31, 2025

A Florida homeowner’s dream pool has become a cautionary tale in contractor fraud and unlicensed work; the builder faces criminal and regulatory scrut...

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Count down to the hottest show in town

December 31, 2025

The 45th Annual Pool & Spa Show, powered by the Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA) (Jan. 27–29, 2026 at the Atlantic City Convention Center) is ...

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Vacation rentals subject to safety bills

December 31, 2025

Florida legislators have proposed a pair of laws that would impose poolsafety regulations on rental homes. The proposals are part of a broader water-s...