I had a late opening for my pool this year and after having two huge trees removed from around the pool this past winter, there was a thick layer of fine silt sitting on the bottom of my pool. My usual opening routine didn't work well, and I decided to seek help. I left messages at a handful of pool services in the area. Mike was the first to return my call. He asked specific questions and listened as I walked him through what I had already tried. I was surprised when he asked me to get something to write with and follow his directions. He walked me through a plan, made sure I knew what I needed, and the timelines. He could have charged me who knows how much, but he heard me tell him that I've always been able to work through caring for my pool on my own. He told me to try the plan and call him if it didn't work.
I shared my surprise at his willingness to give me guidance when solving others' pool problems are how he earns his money. He laughed and said he'd rather be known for being helpful and honest when someone is asking for information. I told him he's probably earned a customer for closing and opening from this point on - and for anything else that is beyond my capabilities.
In today's world of no callbacks, no replies, no-shows and poor communication, dealing with Mike gave me a little bit of hope that there are good business owners out there. read more