This photo shows a broken stainless steel clamp on a Sta-Rite Max-E Glas pump that resulted in major water damage to an equipment room. I’ve been told that Sta-Rite has been using clamps like this for a long time, therefore it is possible that this clamp is quite old. But … Continue reading →
The photo on the left shows the condition of a union when my client was called to the pool. The photo on the right shows the same union after my client “repaired” the problem. The union failed about one year later causing extensive water damage to the customer’s home. My … Continue reading →
A pool tech called today stating that his customer’s motor needed to be replaced. The tech told the customer about the energy-saving advantages of a variable speed or variable flow pump and the customer asked the tech to put the figures in writing. The tech is naturally concerned about misrepresenting … Continue reading →
Sometimes recognition is due. John Huber, an IPSSA member and owner of Sparkling Pools in Brentwood, California went to a residence for what he thought was a routine pump repair today. As he approached the equipment pad he saw a old wood shed housing the pool equipment. Inside was a … Continue reading →