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Industry Research
PHTA provides members with current industry research needed to plan for the future and stay ahead of the competition.
To operate profitably in this market, you must get regular business intelligence that will keep you up to date on significant industry developments—and help you quickly identify all-important growth opportunities.
NEW! PHTA Economic Impact Study
Released in November 2023, the PHTA Economic Impact Study, prepared by Pkdata, presents the overall economic impact of the swimming pool and hot tub industry on the United States economy during 2022. The study outlines the influence of the industry in several areas: new construction, remodel/renovation and repair, retail/accessory, and services.
NEW! PHTA Market Report
Released in September 2023, the PHTA Market Report, prepared by Pkdata, offers more than 80 pages of information and statistics on the residential inground and aboveground markets, labor, equipment and raw materials, hot tub sales, and more.
Business Operations Survey
The PHTA Business Operations Survey, an annual benchmarking tool for the pool and hot tub industry, opens the door to new business insight that will take your business to the next level. Those who participated in the survey this spring can now access a free, personalized report that provides a valuable benchmark comparison between their company and the overall industry, at no cost.
- Participants: Log into your Industry Insights portal to access your free report
- Non-Participants: Purchase a copy of the report
Business Operations Survey Results Infographics
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Quarterly Pulse Surveys
The new PHTA quarterly pulse surveys are brief touchpoints that will identify trends in hiring, revenue generation, project back-logs, and sentiment on future earnings. These surveys take only a minute or two to fill out and are mobile-friendly, and will serve as quarterly updates on business performance in the pool, spa, and hot tub industry.
The only way to access this valuable information is to participate! Participants receive free, personalized reports each quarter to better understand where their business stands.
- Participants: Access your Q1-Q3 reports
Stay tuned for the Q4 survey!
Attitudes & Perceptions Consumer Study
The PHTA Attitudes & Perceptions Consumer Study provides PHTA members and the industry with a better understanding of the purchasing motivations and perceptions of pool owners and non-owners. Reasons for installing a pool, safety, financing, maintenance, and more are all included in this study.
