Joining a pool service association in your area, after you have purchased your route, is very beneficial. Associations provide many benefits to pool route business owners, that may include, but aren’t limited to:
Education opportunities, throughout the year by guest speakers and manufactures
Education classes for Continuing Education (CE) units and Certifications
Networking with other pool service professionals
Liability Insurance policy
Sick Route Coverage if you become injured
Special promotions and/or discounts on other services for being a member
Publications
The following publications offer on-line articles, as well as "hard copy" subscriptions.
IPSSAN - www.ipssa.com
Monthly publication sent out to all IPSSA members focused specifically on the Pool Service Professional.
Florida Pool Pro - www.FloridaPoolPro.com
A publication of the Florida Swimming Pool Association
Service Industry News - www.serviceindustrynews.net
Bi-weekly publication focused specifically on the Pool Service Professional.
Pool & Spa News - www.poolspanews.com
Monthly magazine for pool and spa industry professionals.
Aqua Magazine - www.aquamagazine.com
Monthly magazine for pool and spa industry professionals.