Green Pool Treatment & Algae Removal

Why Pools Turn Green and What to Do

Finding your pool water has turned green can be frustrating. One week it looks fine, the next it resembles a swamp. Green water happens when algae takes over, usually because chlorine levels dropped too low or your filtration system could not keep up. Hot weather, heavy rain, or even a broken pump can trigger an algae bloom seemingly overnight.

Here in Lakewood, we see green pools more often during summer when temperatures soar and pools get heavy use. The good news is your pool is not ruined. With the right treatment plan and professional equipment, we can bring it back to sparkling blue water. The key is acting fast before the algae digs in deeper and becomes harder to remove.

Our Proven Algae Removal Process

We have restored hundreds of green pools across Lakewood and surrounding areas. Our process works because we attack the problem from multiple angles, not just dump in chemicals and hope for the best. Here is how we get your pool back to normal:

• •Water testing to identify the type and severity of algae infestation
• •Aggressive brushing of all surfaces to break up algae colonies
• •Professional-grade shock treatment to kill existing algae
• •Algaecide application to prevent immediate regrowth
• •Filter cleaning or backwashing to remove dead algae from the system
• •Multiple vacuuming sessions to remove settled debris
• •Follow-up visits to monitor progress and maintain water balance

How Long Does Green Pool Treatment Take

Most green pools need 3 to 7 days to fully clear up. The exact timeline depends on how severe the algae growth is and what type of algae you have. Light green pools with minimal algae often clear within 2 to 3 days. Dark green or black pools with heavy algae can take a full week or longer to restore completely.

We typically schedule multiple visits during the treatment period. The first visit involves the heavy lifting with shock treatment, brushing, and initial cleaning. Then we return every 1 to 2 days to brush again, vacuum out dead algae, and adjust chemicals as needed. This multi-visit approach ensures we kill all the algae and prevent it from coming back right away. We stay with your pool until the water is crystal clear and safe for swimming.

Preventing Future Algae Problems

Once your pool is clear, you want to keep it that way. Algae prevention is much easier and cheaper than treatment. The main defense is maintaining proper chlorine levels every single day. Algae grows when chlorine drops too low, which can happen faster than you think during hot weather or after heavy pool use.

Running your filter long enough each day makes a big difference too. Most pools need 8 to 12 hours of daily filtration during summer. Regular brushing of walls and steps removes algae before it can establish colonies. And keeping your filter clean ensures water circulates properly through the sanitizer.

Many of our customers switch to weekly pool cleaning service after dealing with a green pool once. They realize consistent professional maintenance costs less than emergency algae treatments. If you want to maintain your pool yourself, we can show you the right techniques during our service visit. We also offer pool inspection services to catch problems early before they turn into green water emergencies. For ongoing protection, consider our filter cleaning service to keep your filtration system working at peak efficiency.

Green Pool Treatment Questions