How to Get 5 New Pool Clients in the Next 14 Days

You’re already the expert at taming green water and coaxing stubborn pumps back to life. Getting new clients shouldn’t feel like a second job. Forget the fancy campaigns for a minute. This is about practical, low-effort moves you can make this week—most of them right from your service truck—to get the right kind of customers calling you.

Show up on the map when it matters

Let’s start with your presence on the map. When someone’s pool turns on them, they don’t browse; they search “pool cleaning near me,” glance at a few options, and tap whoever looks dependable. That’s your moment. Open Google Maps, claim or manage your Google Business Profile, and treat the details like you would a neglected filter: go through every field and fill it properly. Don’t stop at “Maintenance.” Spell out what you actually do—filter cleans, salt system repair, green pool rescues, winterization—because Google rewards specifics and customers search for them. Set your service area to the places you actually drive. Then keep things fresh with a quick weekly update: a clean pool photo, a tip, a short note about weather after a storm. Even a simple line like “Beautiful day on route—if your water turns cloudy after a storm, call before it snowballs” signals to both Google and local homeowners that you’re active, reliable, and right around the corner.

Prove it with before‑and‑after

Next, show your work. People trust what they can see, and nothing stops a scroll like a good transformation. Keep your phone charged and handy. Before a messy job—say a grimy cartridge, a DE filter clean, or a skimmer that’s seen better days—snap a quick photo. Do your magic. Then take the “after.” If the “before” includes a piece of your equipment or a bottle you’re using, all the better: it subtly shows there’s a professional on site. Post one of these to Facebook or Instagram with a short caption that teaches as much as it sells: “Pulled a filthy cartridge today—now it’s sparkling. Skipping a proper clean doesn’t just look bad; it strains your pump. We handle the dirty work so your pool stays healthy. Need a filter service? Give us a call.” That combination of proof and explanation makes it easy for customers to understand why you’re worth more than the basic skim-and-go.

Build your referral crew

While you’re out there, think beyond pools. The best clients often come from people they already trust: landscapers, lawn crews, local electricians and plumbers who get pulled into equipment issues, even realtors who are gold when a new homeowner needs a reliable service. Swing by, introduce yourself, and keep it human: “Hey, I’m [Your Name] from [Your Company]. We clean and maintain pools and I’m always happy to refer a good landscaper/plumber when clients ask. If you hear someone needs pool service, send them my way and I’ll return the favor.” If it fits your model, sweeten it with a small referral bonus or a client discount. It’s free marketing fueled by trust, and it beats shouting into the void of ads.

Reconnect with past clients

There’s also quiet business sitting in your own records. The easiest client to re-sign is the one who already hired you. Open your customer list and filter for anyone who hasn’t been on schedule in six to twelve months. Send a short, personal note—text works great: “Hey [Customer Name], looks like we haven’t serviced your pool since last year. We’re running a Season Refresh Special—book a full restart this month and get a free system inspection (a $100 value). Want me to put you on the schedule?” People get busy and forget. A genuine nudge with a clear, limited offer is often all it takes to restart steady monthly revenue.

Make 5‑star reviews effortless

Finally, lock in your happy moments. When the water’s sparkling, the pump’s humming, and your customer is smiling, that’s the time to ask for a review—and to make it brain‑dead simple. Automate a quick message that goes out as soon as you mark the job complete: “Hi [Customer Name], thanks for letting us take care of your pool today! If you were happy with the service, please tap here to leave a review: [Direct Link].” Catching folks at peak satisfaction and giving them a single link is the difference between “I’ll do it later” and a steady stream of five stars feeding your Google profile—the number one signal a new client uses to decide who to call.

Keep it simple and consistent

None of this requires a marketing degree. It’s about tidying your digital curb appeal, showing the craft you already do, making friends with adjacent pros, reconnecting with people who know you, and asking for the appreciation you’ve earned—at the right moment, in the right way. Do these on repeat for a week and your phone won’t be quieter; it’ll be smarter. And if you want to take the admin off your plate—tracking clients, logging service photos, automating review requests—Aquatechy can handle the busywork while you handle the water. Create your free account and line up your next wins: Try Aquatechy →