Pool Magazine – Volume 6, Issue 1
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As the pool industry shifts out of the off-season and into high gear, the Spring Issue of Pool Magazine captures a moment of transition, resilience, and forward momentum. Built on conversations with professionals across the country—from builders and service techs to manufacturers and designers—this issue reflects the real-world insights shaping the 2026 season.
After navigating rising costs, evolving customer expectations, and ongoing economic pressures, one message came through loud and clear this winter: the industry isn’t slowing down—it’s adapting. Pool professionals are refining their operations, embracing smarter technologies, and rethinking how they deliver value to homeowners. That mindset of continuous improvement and innovation is at the heart of this issue.
Inside, you’ll find a mix of industry news, in-depth features, and forward-looking perspectives—from automation and water quality to design trends and business strategy. Whether it’s exploring new product launches, analyzing market shifts, or highlighting standout builders and projects, this issue is designed to keep professionals informed and ready for the season ahead.
The Spring Issue isn’t just about pools—it’s about the people behind them and the evolving ways they meet the challenges of a changing market
Articles In This Issue:
• Building Trust with Water Quality
Yann Morvan, Product Line Leader for Pentair Pool explains how pool pros can build trust with better water quality.
• PoolCorp Strengthens Retail Strategy
Jamie Novak and Brian Durant provide the inside scoop on POOLCORP’s new rollouts.
• H2Flow Launches New Products in Time for 2026 Pool Season
A close look at the Nautis VSF pump and Fillstop, two new products from H2Flow.
• Texas Drought Puts New Focus on Water Usage
With over 80% of Texas in a drought, can water conservation measures be far off?
• Rolls-Royce Recreates One of Rock’s Infamous Poolside Legends
Rolls-Royce submerged a Phantom in a swimming pool recreating Who icon, Keith Moon’s famous dunk.
• SoFi to Transform Into Record-Breaking Swim Venue
Los Angeles will transform SoFi Stadium for the 2028 Olympics. A look at what’s coming.
• Texas Pool Permits Down Third Straight Year in a Row
An analytical look at the numbers suggests 2026 may be a turning point in Texas.
• Perception Equals Reality in the Pool Trade
When it comes to the pool trade, how you see yourself matters to your customers.
• Taking on the Hard Jobs Others Just Won’t Touch
Melo’s Pools & Outdoors has made a career in Palm Springs by tackling the harder jobs.
• Current State of the Backyard Swimming Pool Industry
A new short-film discusses reconnecting pool owners with the joy of why they first purchased a pool to begin with.
• A Family Legacy of Award-Winning Pools: Dal Pino Quality Pools
Second generation pool builder Alexa Dal Pino talks setting new standards while maintaining core values.
• This Summer, a Pool Floats in Brooklyn
An update on the much talked about + Pool project that’s coming soon to New York City.
• Spring Fling: New Robotic Pool Cleaners for 2026
Pool Magazine takes a look at the top robotic pool cleaners making a splash this Spring.
• Spring Startup Meets Smart Automation with The Attendant
Automation favorite, The Attendant, has built its fair share of supporters and is poised to add a few more this season.
• BlueOrbit Brings Hydrotherapy to the Entire Pool
Riverflow, the company best known for its lazy river pump, creates a new category with whole pool hydrotherapy.
• Step Into Swim Turns Giving Into Life Saving Impact
This trade show season, industry leaders gave big to Step Into Swim, a life saving initiative that gives back to communities.
• Mike Logan Returns with Swimming Pool Sales Mastery Course
Mike Logan comes out of retirement with Swimming Pool Sales Mastery course.
• Electrical Safety for Pool Pros: What Every Tech Should Know
Instructor Lauren Broom explains the in’s and out’s of electrical safety around swimming pool environments.
• FSPA Secures Key Victory on Pool Bonding Standards
The FSPA shares exciting news about big wins with the Florida Building Commission over pool bonding standards.
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