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In This Issue


Playing It Safe
How to keep homeowners out of harm's way before a pool is a pool.

Moving On
Don't let the loss of a key employee harm your business.

The Big Grab
New construction is down, and pool and spa pros are seeking renovation and service work. Is there enough to go around?

Enclosed Entertainment
With some creative teamwork, this full-sized, dual-purpose aquascape could fit into a screened enclosure.
Special Reports

Surviving the Slump
The Pool & Spa News Top 50 Builders are meeting the challenges of a market downturn.

 Solutions by Design
The Top 50 Builders are combating the current downturn with ingenuity and resolve.

2008 Masters of Design
Pool & Spa News provides a detailed look at 24 spectacular projects that push the boundaries of great design.
Online Features

Archive: Holy Water
Creating works of faith is a rewarding opportunity for some builders. See four religious projects and the stories behind them.

Archive: Unforgettable
How to sear your company’s brand into your customers’ minds and hearts — by wowing them with meaningful thank-you gifts after the purchase.

Technically Speaking: Retrofitting Safety
New federal legislation means every service professional should start considering compliance options.

Archive: Software Solutions
Looking for a high-tech way to streamline your business? Check out our listing of pool and spa software programs.

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Magic Words
By Erika Taylor
The importance of kindness in today's rough and tumble world.
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