Why Is My Pool Green?
Your swimming pool is one of the best investments you’ve made for both increasing your home’s value and for making memories with those you care about most. And like every responsible pool owner, you’re doing everything you know how to do to keep your pool water clean, sparkling, and healthy. But no matter what you do, the water in your pool might look great one day, and then…your pool is green. Or it might slowly turn from clear to green over a period of time. Either way, what causes your pool to turn green? How can you get rid of all that green water so you can enjoy your pool again?
There are several reasons your pool can turn green, and it’s important to know the cause of the issue so you can better understand how to turn that water from green to crystal clear again. Here are some common culprits that can turn your pool water green:
So, when your water turns green, what can you do?
Green water can often be fixed by testing and then correcting any chemical imbalances, repairing faulty equipment, using a pool cover (to keep that pollen away), and/or more consistent cleaning and maintenance. Sometimes, you can fix the green water issue yourself through testing the water and then adding the appropriate chemicals or by increasing your cleaning. But if what you’re doing isn’t working, or if the water is beyond your ability to fix, you might have to drain, power wash, and refill your pool with balanced water, all of which can be costly. Before going to that extreme, or even at the first signs of green water, consulting a pool care professional can often solve the issue quickly with less frustration, and they might even save you some money. Our mission at Salten Pools is to do all the work so you can have all the fun AND to keep your pool water crystal clear.
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