Love your pool—but not the bills or the maintenance? In this Tampa Home Talk episode, Katrina sits down with 40-year pool veteran Scott Kondor and Wesley Chapel pro Luis Jimenez (Pinnacle Pool & Spa) to unpack what actually saves money and time in 2025.

We cover:

• Salt vs. chlorine: what a "salt pool" really is, how conversion works, and why skin & hair thank you

• Automation & apps: set-and-forget chemistry, smart controls, and Alexa/Google integrations

• Variable-speed pumps: the single upgrade that often saves homeowners hundreds per year

• Lighting & UV: long-life LEDs, UV sterilization, and clearer, healthier water

• Heat reality check: heat pump vs. gas, hybrid modes, and when solar makes sense

• Maintenance that matters: filters, salt-cell cleaning, weekly testing ("pool school" basics)

• Avoid costly mistakes: draining hazards (hello, hydrostatic plugs) and unlicensed contractors

If you're buying a home with a pool, thinking about upgrades, or just want to run your backyard oasis like a pro—this one's for you.