Thinking of buying a pool route? Here’s some tips
Having been around Pool Business owners for a long time If you’re looking to buy a pool route, or grow your existing one, I have some important tips that could help you.
FIRST AID KIT
You may not realize it, but keeping a first aid kit handy is a good idea. A pool route owner that I know has a pretty entertaining story. One of the pools he serviced had a dog, and the house owner always remembered to bring the dog in around the time he was to show up. This day however, there were guests in the house who didn’t know the dog was inside for a reason. Someone had let the dog out, and needless to say, she was not happy to see a stranger in the backyard. Long story short, the dog chased him out of the backyard. He slammed the gate to the backyard closed, and had a moment of peace before realizing the dog had made it outside the gate as well. The dog lunged itself at him, and as he turned the dog took a nice big bite out of his shorts. Lucky for him, thats all the dog was able to sink his teeth into. Had he not been so fortunate however having a first aid kit within distance would have been very useful.
SMARTPHONE
If you don’t already, getting a smartphone is a smart idea. Another pool technician I know, refused to upgrade his $10 prepaid phone as he kept accidently dropping them in the pool’s he was cleaning. Eventually he took the plunge and has never looked back. Smartphones allow you to essentially work on the go. You can check your email, map your most efficient route, even listen to music while working. Just don’t forget your waterproof case!
SUNSCREEN AND WATER
As someone who is always outside and exposed to the dangers of the sun, it is essential that you wear sunscreen and keep yourself well hydrated. Even on cloudy days, the sun is out to do damage to your skin. A hefty 80% of ultraviolet sun rays pierce through the clouds. Dehydration is another danger you need to take action to avoid. While working in the sun, you need to be sure to drink plenty of fluids. Be sure you are drinking more water then you are sweating off.
GET TESTIMONIALS
One of the most surefire ways to grow your business is to get testimonials from those who are already loyal to you. People don’t want to regret buying a product or service. You can reduce their fears by providing them with real testimonials from satisfied customers.
GET A WEBSITE
Many people in this day and age, turn to the internet to find what they are looking for. If you are buying a pool route, do not make the mistake of not utilizing the web to grow your business. If you are already a pool route owner with a website, ask yourself if its up to the standards of your business. Pool-Nerd can help give your business the well designed professional site that you deserve.