Green Pool Treatment & Algae Removal
Turn your swamp-green pool back into crystal clear water with our proven algae removal treatment.
Why Your Pool Turned Green
A green pool is not just ugly. It is a sign that algae has completely taken over your water. Algae are microscopic plants that thrive in warm, stagnant water with low chlorine levels. Once they start growing, they multiply fast. Within days, your clear blue pool can turn into a murky green swamp.
Here in Redondo Beach, our warm California sunshine creates perfect conditions for algae growth. If your pool goes even a week or two without proper chemical treatment, algae can bloom. Common causes include broken pool equipment, a vacation where maintenance was skipped, or simply running out of chlorine at the wrong time.
The good news is that a green pool is fixable. It takes the right chemicals, the right equipment, and most importantly, the right knowledge. That is where we come in. Our green pool treatment service has saved hundreds of pools in the South Bay area.
Our Proven Green Pool Treatment Process
Turning a green pool back to blue is not as simple as dumping in some chlorine and hoping for the best. It requires a systematic approach that kills the algae, removes it from the water, and prevents it from coming back. Here is exactly how we do it:
- •Initial Assessment: We test the water chemistry and inspect the pool to determine the severity of the algae bloom and what type of algae we are dealing with.
- •Mechanical Cleaning: We brush all pool surfaces vigorously to break up algae colonies clinging to walls, floors, and corners.
- •Shock Treatment: We add a massive dose of chlorine (shock) to kill the algae. This often requires 2 to 5 times the normal amount of chlorine.
- •Algaecide Application: We add professional-grade algaecide to kill any remaining algae and prevent regrowth during treatment.
- •Circulation and Filtration: We run your pump continuously for 24 to 48 hours to circulate the chemicals and filter out dead algae.
- •Filter Cleaning: We clean or backwash your filter multiple times as it captures the dead algae, preventing clogs.
- •Vacuuming: We vacuum the pool floor to remove settled dead algae and debris.
- •Water Balancing: We test and adjust pH, alkalinity, and other chemical levels to achieve perfect balance.
The entire process typically takes 3 to 7 days depending on how severe the algae bloom is. We make multiple visits during treatment to monitor progress and adjust chemicals as needed.
Different Types of Pool Algae
Not all green pools are the same. Different types of algae require different treatment approaches. Our technicians know how to identify and treat each type effectively.
Green Algae
This is the most common type. It floats freely in the water, making your pool look like a green pond. Green algae is relatively easy to kill with proper shocking and usually clears up within 2 to 3 days of treatment.
Yellow or Mustard Algae
This algae clings to shady areas of your pool and looks like yellow or brownish dust. It is more resistant to chlorine than green algae and requires stronger chemical treatment plus vigorous brushing.
Black Algae
The most stubborn type, black algae has deep roots that burrow into plaster and concrete. It appears as dark spots and requires aggressive brushing, high chlorine levels, and sometimes multiple treatment cycles to fully eliminate.
Regardless of what type of algae you have, we know how to get rid of it. After we clear your pool, we recommend signing up for our weekly pool cleaning service to prevent algae from ever coming back. If your pool also has calcium buildup or stained tiles, our tile cleaning service can restore them to like-new condition.
How to Prevent Your Pool from Turning Green Again
Once we clear your green pool, you probably never want to see it turn that color again. Prevention is much easier and cheaper than treatment. Here is what you need to know to keep your pool blue.
First, maintain proper chlorine levels at all times. Chlorine kills algae before it can bloom. Test your water at least twice a week and add chlorine as needed. Second, run your pump and filter every day for at least 8 to 12 hours. Stagnant water grows algae fast. Third, brush your pool walls and floor weekly to prevent algae from attaching. Fourth, keep your filter clean so it can remove contaminants effectively.
The easiest solution is to hire professionals. Our regular maintenance service handles all of this for you automatically, so you never have to worry about algae again. We serve homeowners throughout Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and the entire South Bay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Your Pool Back to Blue
Do not let a green pool ruin your summer. We can clear your algae problem in days.