Green Pool Treatment & Algae Removal
Fast, effective solutions to turn your green pool crystal clear again.
How Pools Turn Green
You look out your window and your pool is green. It happens faster than most people expect. Algae can take over a pool in just a few days under the right conditions. Warm weather, poor circulation, unbalanced chemistry, or a broken filter all create the perfect environment for algae to grow. Here in Fontana, our hot summers mean algae growth happens quickly if your pool maintenance falls behind.
Many homeowners panic when they see a green pool. They worry it will cost thousands of dollars to fix or that they need to drain the entire pool. The good news is that most green pools can be saved without draining. Our specialized treatment process kills the algae, clears the water, and gets your pool back to normal usually within a few days.
Our Green Pool Recovery Process
Treating a green pool takes more than just dumping in some chlorine and hoping for the best. We follow a proven process that actually works. First, we test your water to see exactly what we are dealing with. Then we adjust the pH and alkalinity levels because algae treatment will not work if the chemistry is wrong.
Next comes the shock treatment. We use professional-strength chemicals that kill algae fast. This is way more powerful than the stuff you buy at the hardware store. After shocking, we brush all the pool surfaces thoroughly. This breaks up the algae colonies so the chemicals can reach them. We also clean your filter because it gets clogged with dead algae during treatment.
- Complete water chemistry testing and balancing
- Heavy shock treatment with professional-grade chemicals
- Thorough brushing of all pool surfaces and corners
- Multiple filter cleanings throughout the process
- Algaecide treatment to prevent regrowth
- Continuous monitoring and follow-up visits
- Final water testing and balancing
Why It Takes Multiple Visits
Green pool treatment is not a one-and-done job. We typically need to visit your pool 2 to 4 times over several days. Each visit, we test the water, clean the filter, and add more chemicals as needed. The water gradually clears from dark green to light green to cloudy to crystal clear. This step-by-step approach ensures we kill all the algae without wasting chemicals or your money.
Different Types of Algae
Not all green pools are the same. Green algae is the most common and easiest to treat. It makes your water look like a swamp but responds well to standard treatment. Yellow algae is more stubborn and often grows on pool walls in shady areas. Black algae is the worst because it has deep roots that dig into plaster and concrete. We identify which type you have and adjust our treatment plan accordingly.
For Fontana pool owners, understanding the difference matters because it affects how long treatment takes and what it costs. Our team explains everything clearly so you know what to expect. After we get your pool clear, we recommend setting up weekly pool maintenance to prevent algae from coming back.
Preventing Future Algae Growth
Once we restore your pool, you want to keep it that way. The key is maintaining proper chlorine levels, running your filter enough hours each day, and keeping up with regular cleaning. Our professional pool service handles all of this for you so you never have to deal with a green pool again. We also offer filter cleaning and replacement to ensure your equipment works properly.