If you haven't heard already, the swimming pool industry in Florida is working to increase safety in our swimming pools and spas. The Florida Swimming Pool Association has issued several news releases pertaining to the Florida Building Code requirements that will go into effect December 31, 2008. They will require that all residential pools follow the ANSI/APSI-7 Standard: American National Standard for Suction Entrapment Avoidance in Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs and Catch Basins. In their release, they have stated that 'the performance requirements and construction practices in this standard are based upon sound engineering principles, research and field experience that, when applied properly, provide for a safe installation that is consistent with the requirement of the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act.'
To read the Florida Swimming Pool Association Press Releases in their entirety please visit: http://www.floridapoolpro.com/about/pressreleases.asp. We encourage you to read all of these Press Releases as they pertain to both Residential and Commercial pools. It's important that you understand what these requirements are and to ensure that your pools/spas are safe.
Reminder
Please remember that our Office will be CLOSED on Thursday, December 25th for the Holiday. If your normal scheduled service falls on Thursday, we will be servicing your pool/spa either two business days before or after this date.
Happy Holidays!
Eddie Irizarry
President/Owner
Published for: http://eddiespoolservice.net/
Written by: http://yoursuccessismysuccess.net/
E-mail: info@eddiespoolservice.net
Monday, December 22, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Holidays can be a time of stress for everyone, especially those who are unable to meet their needs. As Eddie's Virtual Assistant I perform various administrative functions for Eddie's Pool Service, Inc. from my home office, one of which is to maintain this Blog.
This week we have decided to share the November 21st Press Release article from the Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce (VACOC) with you which provides information on Food Bank Shelves and Donating for those in need. As a member of the VACOC and my efforts to bring awareness to this need I have recommended the Angel Food Ministries in our Press Release. For every Angel Food Box distributed, Angel Food Ministries will donate $1.00 to every host site's benevolence fund to assist in that specific Community. Please visit http://www.angelfoodministries.com/ for more information regarding Angel Food Ministries and how you may be able to help those in need within your Community.
To read the complete VACOC Press Release on how you can contribute or make a donation, please visit http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/releases/2008/112108.htm.
You may also visit the VACOC Home Page at http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/ to view all of the VACOC In The News Articles to see how we, our Virtual Assistant Community assist not only those in need but also to learn more about the Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce and what a Virtual Assistant is. We have many Virtual Assistant's throughout the United States and may be able to assist you or your company at some point.
There are many ways to donate and help those in need, whether it's financially, clothing or your time; no amount is too small, especially during the Holidays. Just $1.00, one pair of shoes or one hour can make all the difference to one family or one child in need.
Warm regards, Dinah and Eddie
Links of interest: http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/; http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/releases/2008/112108.htm; http://www.angelfoodministries.com/
This week we have decided to share the November 21st Press Release article from the Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce (VACOC) with you which provides information on Food Bank Shelves and Donating for those in need. As a member of the VACOC and my efforts to bring awareness to this need I have recommended the Angel Food Ministries in our Press Release. For every Angel Food Box distributed, Angel Food Ministries will donate $1.00 to every host site's benevolence fund to assist in that specific Community. Please visit http://www.angelfoodministries.com/ for more information regarding Angel Food Ministries and how you may be able to help those in need within your Community.
To read the complete VACOC Press Release on how you can contribute or make a donation, please visit http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/releases/2008/112108.htm.
You may also visit the VACOC Home Page at http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/ to view all of the VACOC In The News Articles to see how we, our Virtual Assistant Community assist not only those in need but also to learn more about the Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce and what a Virtual Assistant is. We have many Virtual Assistant's throughout the United States and may be able to assist you or your company at some point.
There are many ways to donate and help those in need, whether it's financially, clothing or your time; no amount is too small, especially during the Holidays. Just $1.00, one pair of shoes or one hour can make all the difference to one family or one child in need.
Warm regards, Dinah and Eddie
Written by http://www.yoursuccessismysuccess.net/
Published for http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/
Complete Blog Posts may be viewed at http://eddies-pool-service.blogspot.com/
Links of interest: http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/; http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com/releases/2008/112108.htm; http://www.angelfoodministries.com/
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Please Don't Blame the Poolman
Are you aware that most of your electric and water bills are not caused by your pool company? That’s right, there could be many reasons for the increases you’ve noticed.
FPL recently announced that effective November 1st a storm charge was included on your electric bill. Residential customers received an increase from 0.1111 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) to 0.145 cents per kwh. As a result of this a 1,000 kWh residential bill is now $111.12. We have to use electric and FPL offers simple tips to help you save on your energy:
o Use the reverse switch on your ceiling fan and operate it at a lower speed
o Consider switching to electronic equipment with the Energy Star Label
o In cooler weather, keep curtains open during the daylight hours to take advantage of the sun to warm your home
We know you like to keep your landscapes in top notch condition but, did you know you lawn maintenance also use your water to do so. If you see an increase in your water bill please remember that some of your landscapes and plants may have needed additional water. It’s also a good idea check your toilet flaps and replace them if you continually hear water running for longer periods after flushing. Here are just a few other tips for you:
- Check your faucets to make sure they are functioning properly
- Another incident involved an accident where a truck actually ran over a water meter
- Don’t keep filling your pool up when you notice a substantial decrease in your water level, you will have a higher water bill.
We are not responsible for this increase so please make sure you call us right away so we can schedule someone to check your pool for leaks. Not only will it save on your water bill you could avoid future major repairs to your pool/spa.
These are simple steps you can do to help save on your utilities, I hope you find them helpful!
Heat Pumps
Thanksgiving is a time of the year that we gather with our friends and family to enjoy the tradition of being thankful for what we have as well as enjoy a dinner that takes hours to prepare and only minutes to eat! Once we have finished our dinner we usually watch football, play with our children or grandchildren, take a nap or go for a nice swim in our pools/spas. Our Jandy® products can help you continue your relaxing, fun filled day with your ambient temperature being just right!
Thanksgiving is a time of the year that we gather with our friends and family to enjoy the tradition of being thankful for what we have as well as enjoy a dinner that takes hours to prepare and only minutes to eat! Once we have finished our dinner we usually watch football, play with our children or grandchildren, take a nap or go for a nice swim in our pools/spas. Our Jandy® products can help you continue your relaxing, fun filled day with your ambient temperature being just right!
JandyColors™ Lights
Adding a touch of elegance using the JandyColors™ Lights could never be easier! Create your own holiday or evening atmosphere with these quartz halogen, digital color blending lights; they will dramatically change the look and feel of any backyard landscape. The JandyColors™ Light provide the finest and brightest colors for your pool and spa. With their high grade, quartz halogen bulbs and unique lens design to saturate your pool and spa with five vibrant primary colors and five blended watercolor, you’ll enjoy endless nights of brilliant color beyond compare.
They can be installed without internal moving parts or motors. The standard 3 wire design easily installs into any new or existing pool or spa niche. JandyColors™ have a longer bulb light than other light brands with up to 16,000 hours of full spectrum color!
AquaLink® RS
To compliment and add value to your pool/spa Jandy® also offers an AquaLink® RS control panel or PDA handheld remote that you can use to synchronize your pool and spa lights and choose your favorite color from the exclusive JandyColors menu! In addition to this feature from the AquaLink system you also have the ability to set the time for your pool heater to turn on – you won’t have to rush home while out on the town or running errands to turn your heater on, the AquaLink system does it for you!
Going Green
As we continue towards Going Green, this month SCORE® Naples (Counselors to America’s Small Business) had an interesting article regarding the reduction ‘our paper consumption and to recycle what we do use back into the system. But what if we looked in the other direction for an answer? What if we didn’t make paper from trees?’ The article titled, The Forest For the Trees, is from the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary & Blair Audubon Center and was written by Amy Fleischer.
As we continue towards Going Green, this month SCORE® Naples (Counselors to America’s Small Business) had an interesting article regarding the reduction ‘our paper consumption and to recycle what we do use back into the system. But what if we looked in the other direction for an answer? What if we didn’t make paper from trees?’ The article titled, The Forest For the Trees, is from the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary & Blair Audubon Center and was written by Amy Fleischer.
Amy’s thoughts are to consider the Kenaf plant (a variety of hibiscus) and she states that this plant has been identified by the USDA as the most viable source of fiber for future paper making!. The article also includes links to other markets going green as well as information about the Audubon of Florida’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Take a look at it
1 Month of Service at No-Charge
In our last post we offered you one month of free pool maintenance service with your paid purchase of a heat pump…that offer will expire on November 30th . A 50% deposit for your heat pump purchase now will not only lock in the current heat pump price (prices will be going up at the end of December) but we will also stand by our offer and give you a month of service at no charge once your heat pump is paid in full.
In our last post we offered you one month of free pool maintenance service with your paid purchase of a heat pump…that offer will expire on November 30th . A 50% deposit for your heat pump purchase now will not only lock in the current heat pump price (prices will be going up at the end of December) but we will also stand by our offer and give you a month of service at no charge once your heat pump is paid in full.
Call or e-mail us for information of your Jandy® heat pump purchase, how you can create a memorable atmosphere to enjoy even after the Holidays with the JandyColors™ Light, an AquaLink® RS control panel, PDA handheld remote controller or a Jandy Heat Pump. We’ll be happy to meet with you personally to show you how you too, can have enjoyable pool/spa time together not only for yourself but for your family and friends as well! Our e-mail address is info@eddiespoolservice.net
Until our next post…have a great week!
Eddie Irizarry
Website: http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/
Written by: http://www.yoursuccessismysuccess.net/
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Veterans Day
In honor of today as we continue to honor a tradition that began ninety years ago, may each and every one of us remember not only those who served and those who lost loved ones in the past but, also those who currently serve to preserve our heritage of freedom and the task of promoting an enduring peace.
The history of Veterans has been observed since the end of World War I when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. Fighting had ceased seven months earlier when a temporary cessation between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, for that reason, November 11, 1918 is generally regarded as the end of ‘the war to end all wars.’
October 8, 1954 President Eisenhower signed ‘A Proclamation 3071’ ‘…Now, Therefore, I, Dwight D. Eisenhower, President of the United States of America, do hereby call upon all of our citizens to observe Thursday, November 11, 1954, as Veterans Day. On that day let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.’ http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp
We honor and thank each of you.
Respectfully, Eddie Irizarry
Website: http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/
E-mail: info@eddiespoolservice.net
Written by: http://www.yoursuccessismysuccess.net/
The history of Veterans has been observed since the end of World War I when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. Fighting had ceased seven months earlier when a temporary cessation between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, for that reason, November 11, 1918 is generally regarded as the end of ‘the war to end all wars.’
October 8, 1954 President Eisenhower signed ‘A Proclamation 3071’ ‘…Now, Therefore, I, Dwight D. Eisenhower, President of the United States of America, do hereby call upon all of our citizens to observe Thursday, November 11, 1954, as Veterans Day. On that day let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.’ http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp
We honor and thank each of you.
Respectfully, Eddie Irizarry
Website: http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/
E-mail: info@eddiespoolservice.net
Written by: http://www.yoursuccessismysuccess.net/
Monday, October 27, 2008
Heat Pumps, Salt Systems and Going Green
Jandy Heaters - Jandy Air Energy Heat Pumps
It’s that time of year when we start thinking about heat pumps. Are you ready for the cooler weather? Are you enjoying your warm pool? As a leading pool supplier with the Jandy ® ProEdge program I able to provide to you the lowest price possible on all of their products. The Air Energy Heat Pumps are the most ecological and efficient heat pumps in the industry today. Not to mention they are the most efficient, trouble-free swimming pool heat pumps. By taking the heat from the air and transferring it to the water, this heat pump makes the heating process clean, efficient, ecologically safe and most of all…cost effective! Click here for more details Jandy Heaters.
These heat pumps have the corrosion-free technology that are not affected by chemical imbalances and/or chlorine generators which in essence, avoids you to costly expenses of having to resurface your pool/spa due to rust damage caused by older heaters.
It’s that time of year when we start thinking about heat pumps. Are you ready for the cooler weather? Are you enjoying your warm pool? As a leading pool supplier with the Jandy ® ProEdge program I able to provide to you the lowest price possible on all of their products. The Air Energy Heat Pumps are the most ecological and efficient heat pumps in the industry today. Not to mention they are the most efficient, trouble-free swimming pool heat pumps. By taking the heat from the air and transferring it to the water, this heat pump makes the heating process clean, efficient, ecologically safe and most of all…cost effective! Click here for more details Jandy Heaters.
These heat pumps have the corrosion-free technology that are not affected by chemical imbalances and/or chlorine generators which in essence, avoids you to costly expenses of having to resurface your pool/spa due to rust damage caused by older heaters.
Are you ready to be warm! Our special offer to you today thru November 30, 2008 will be one month of free service with your paid purchase of a heat pump from us!
If we aren’t your pool service provider this is an excellent opportunity for you to try us out. Visit our website at http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/ for information about our products and services or call our office at 239-643-3456 to schedule an appointment to personally meet with Eddie to review your many options. If you know someone who would like a professional, licensed and insured Pool Maintenance provider or is shopping for pool products, please feel free to forward this message to them.
Remember, this heat pump offer for one month of free pool maintenance service expires on November 30th, don’t miss out of this offer! In addition to this savings and one month of free service, you will also be saving on the equipment price increase from our manufacture which will be implemented beginning January 2009!
Pool Systems Going Green - Jandy Chlorine Generators
Every day we come across an article about how to go green. The Jandy Chlorine Generators are one way to do just that with your pool and spa. The AquaPure Water Purification System utilizes proprietary titanium plates, coated with precious metals, to convert salt to natural chlorine. It utilizes water softening technology to provide wonderfully smooth and gentle-on-the-skin water for swimming. Say goodbye to red, irritated eyes, itchy skin, green hair and even faded swimsuits. The AquaPure has an automatic self cleaning feature which ensures consistent operation and extends the life of the cell. Once the chlorine’s purification work is done, it automatically converts back to salt, to be used over and over again. It is a safe, economical, and environmentally friendly way of purifying your pool and spa. Click here for more information about this system Jandy Chlorine Generators and how you can transform your chlorine swimming pool water to a salt water swimming pool!
If you would like to schedule an appointment with Eddie to go over how you can convert to a salt system, please visit our website http://www.eddiespoolservice.net/ or call our office at 239-643-3456. He would be happy to personally go over this process with you.
The Construction Industry is also finding ways to go green. I write Eddie’s e-Newsletters and Blogs for Eddie’s Pool Service, Inc.; as a Virtual Assistant I am a member of VACOC (Virtual Assistance Chamber of Commerce. In our Forum we discuss and share many issues and topics. This morning one of our members shared a link with us of how one company is using building materials and how they are economically produced using agricultural waste material. Click here for more information and to watch their video of this process Strawjet.com.
Please visit my website at http://www.yoursuccessismysuccess.net/ in addition to the VACOC website to learn more about what a Virtual Assistant is and how we, as professionals can assist you in your continued success http://www.virtualassistancenetworking.com/.
Until our next post have a a great day!
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Friday, October 10, 2008
New AOL Information from Eddies Pool Service, Inc.
Technology is continually changing and with this AOL will be transferring their Journal/Blog posts to Blogger.com on October 31st. You will be able to view our Posts and Post your comments thru blogspot.com with Eddies Pool Service, Inc. as our Blog Title.
As we move thru this process we will be able to include our current and previous Newsletters for you to view on-line as well. We will include website Tags which will take you directly to the websites we encourage you to visit for information, our products and the service and maintenance programs we have for you.
Going Green is no doubt something we must all consider and more than likely think about as we are made aware of this on a daily basis thru the media and the choices we have with this process. One choice is via the Internet where technology has provided to us as consumers, to become part of this change thru our interaction here.
Please be patient as we move thru this and begin interacting with you here in addition to our e-Newsletter. If you have not already subscribed to our e-Newsletter, please send a quick note to info@eddiespoolservice.net to begin receiving your subscription on-line.
Thank you and have a good Holiday!
As we move thru this process we will be able to include our current and previous Newsletters for you to view on-line as well. We will include website Tags which will take you directly to the websites we encourage you to visit for information, our products and the service and maintenance programs we have for you.
Going Green is no doubt something we must all consider and more than likely think about as we are made aware of this on a daily basis thru the media and the choices we have with this process. One choice is via the Internet where technology has provided to us as consumers, to become part of this change thru our interaction here.
Please be patient as we move thru this and begin interacting with you here in addition to our e-Newsletter. If you have not already subscribed to our e-Newsletter, please send a quick note to info@eddiespoolservice.net to begin receiving your subscription on-line.
Thank you and have a good Holiday!
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
National Consumer Protection Week from the DBPR
Do you know that our State tries to protect us in many ways? Do you know that Unlicensed professional activity is a crime in our State? Are you protected? Go to the tag links below to find out.
This is National Consumer Protection Week and the Department of Business and Professional Regulations is reminding us to protect ourselves. The following is a short copy of their Customer Service Spotlight article. To view the complete article click on the 'DBPR Encourages Consumers to Protect Themselves' in the IMPORTANT NEWS section of their website.
National Consumer Protection WeekThis week marks the 10th annual National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2008, and DBPR would like to remind Floridians to protect themselves by working only with state-licensed professionals. Before hiring a business or professional, consumers should check licenses, check references and use the resources available on this site.
Friday, February 29, 2008
If you live here in Florida you know it's been a little chilly to say the least. In addition t
If you live here in Florida you know it's been a little chilly to say the least. In addition to Service and Maintenance of pools and spas I also deliver and install pool heat pumps. Having a problem with your pool or spa equipment? I can troubleshoot your problems here if you'd like, just send me your question, more than likely I can walk you through it step by step. Wondering what products we can offer you? Check out my website... www.eddiespoolservice.net. Until next time...stay warm!
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Like to play Texas Hold'em? Me too!
While being back out in the field and meeting my customers, I have discovered that some of you like to play Texas Hold 'em; a game I truly love to play! My ultimate goal is to win a gold World Poker Tournament bracelet! I'm told 'practice makes perfect' so I practice at the Naples Ft. Myers Greyhound track in Bonita. I'd love to hear from any poker fans out there...drop me a line from here!
Want to know if someone is licensed?
There are many 'gypsies' in all fields of service. If you'd like to see who is licensed and who is not you can do this from the www.myflorida.com website. Simply click on the Licensee Search button. This takes you to the DBPR (Depart of Business & Professional Regulation) on-line services. By selecting the Construction Qualified Business section you can verify many types of licenses. You can verify their license by name, company name, license number and license type. We are constantly reminded by our government to hire licensed contractors to protect ourselves and our investments. Go ahead ... check it out!
I have also found the the DBPR weekly e-Newsletter, The Bottom Line, to contain valuable information in their Newsletter. You too can sign up to receive this e-Newsletter and stay on top of what's happening in your community!
Do you have a question or comment regarding licensed contractors? Ask me from here and I'll do my best to get an answer for you.
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