What Should I Do If My Pool Water Is Green?
Standing looking at a pool of green algae is less than enticing for your morning dip. You’ve walked down to your pool for your morning dip or you’ve just opened up ready for the warmer weather and you are faced with a sea of green. Don’t worry here are our 6 simple steps to get your pool back on track within 24 hours.
Q: What should I do if my pool water is green
- Clean the pool
- Backwash the filter (link to FAQ about backwashing)
- Shock the wool (link to FAQ about shock) + Product link
- Add algaecide (see product link)
- Run the filter
- Test the water + Product Link
Clean the pool
Use a skimmer net to remove surface algae, and a vacuum robot to clean the bottom of the pool. You can also brush the pool walls and floors with a stiff brush to loosen the algae.
Backwash the filter
Backwashing removes contaminants and green water from the filter.
Shock the pool
A shock treatment disinfects the water. The amount of shock you need depends on the shade of green:
Teal or light green: Use a double dose of shock
Dark green: Use a triple dose of shock
Black: Use a quadruple dose of shock
Add algaecide
An algaecide treatment prevents algae from growing back.
Run the filter
Keep the filter running until the water is clear, which can take up to 48 hours.
Test the water
Test the pH and chlorine levels and rebalance if necessary.
Help my pool water is green!
We are here to help turn your green pool water back to clean and clear. We also offer seasonal services which also help manage and prevent green pool breakouts. Contact us today to get your green pool treated.