EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 21 MIN
Talk to your insurance agent before big projects
from Talking Pools Podcast · host Rudy Stankowitz
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Steve Sherwood interviews Pat Grignone from California Pool Association to explore how pool service professionals can optimize their business operations, partnerships, and insurance strategies to grow profitably and sustainably.Keywordspool service, business growth, partnerships, insurance, pool renovation, subcontracting, liability, pool industryKey TopicsBusiness capacity and scaling in the pool industryPartnering with subcontractors and specialistsManaging insurance and liability for large projectsStreamlining operations for profitabilityBest practices for pool renovation and startupGuest NamePat GrignoneSound Bites"Control the entire renovation and startup process""Talk to your insurance agent before big projects""Check in with your insurer when business changes"Chapters00:00Introduction and Guest Introduction00:15Steve's Personal Pool Industry Story01:09Challenges of Scaling a Pool Service Business02:01Balancing Service, Repairs, and Billing02:54Strategies for Managing Growth and Capacity04:02Partnering with Subcontractors and Vendors08:31Pricing and Profitability in Renovations09:23Managing Renovation and Startup Processes10:45Controlling Quality and Long-term Service11:37Partnerships with Leak Detection and Plaster Companies12:35The Cost of Equipment and Building a Large Company13:45Controlling the Entire Pool Renovation Process14:25Advice for Companies Outsourcing Jobs15:16Financial and Insurance Considerations for Large Jobs16:11Tax and Insurance Implications of High-Value Jobs18:01Monitoring Revenue and Insurance Changes18:55Closing Remarks and Contact Information Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: [email protected]
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve Sherwood interviews Pat Grignone from California Pool Association to explore how pool service professionals can optimize their business operations, partnerships, and insurance strategies to grow profitably and sustainably. Keywords pool service, business growth, partnerships, insurance, pool renovation, subcontracting, liability, pool industry Key Topics Business capacity and scaling in the pool industryPartnering with subcontractors and specialists...
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