About The Pool Professor
Certified expertise you can trust in your backyard
Homer, NY's dedicated Certified Pool Operator — bringing professional-grade water chemistry, equipment knowledge, and genuine care to every pool we service.
Our story
From the deep end to your doorstep
The Pool Professor was founded on a simple belief: pool owners deserve the same level of expertise and transparency that commercial operators get. Too many homeowners are handed a bag of chemicals and a vague schedule — and left to figure it out themselves.
Based in Homer, NY, we serve residential and commercial clients throughout Cortland County and the surrounding Central New York region — where precision chemistry and strict safety standards aren't optional. That professional-grade discipline is exactly what we bring to every pool we service.
Today we serve homeowners and commercial clients across Homer, Cortland, Ithaca, and the surrounding communities, combining certified expertise with the personal attention of a small, owner-operated business.
Credentials & training
Certified Pool Operator
The CPO® certification, issued by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), is the gold standard in pool and spa operations. It covers water chemistry, filtration systems, equipment maintenance, health codes, and safety regulations — the same certification required by commercial facilities nationwide.
How we work
What sets us apart
Transparent pricing
No surprise fees. Every visit starts with a written scope and ends with a digital report. You always know what was done and what it cost.
Chemistry-first approach
We test before we treat — every time. Proper water balance protects your equipment, your surfaces, and the people who swim in your pool.
Commercial-grade standards
We apply the same protocols used by hotels and fitness clubs to residential pools. Your backyard gets the same rigor as a five-star resort.
Fast, reliable response
We respond to inquiries within 2 business hours and offer same-day emergency service across Homer, Cortland, and surrounding Central New York communities.
Ready to meet your pool's new best friend?
Start with a $40 Standard Service Call — we'll assess your pool, answer your questions, and tell you exactly what it needs.