Algae Treatment

Why Pools Turn Green So Fast Here

Algae spores are always in your pool — carried in by rain, wind, and swimmers. They stay invisible as long as chlorine holds them down. But in South Mississippi’s heat, water temperatures sit in algae’s favorite range for months, and one heavy thunderstorm can dilute your sanitizer below the line. Forty-eight hours later, the water has a tint. A week later, it’s a pond.

Our Treatment Process

Clearing an algae bloom takes more than dumping in shock. We follow a complete protocol:

• Diagnose the algae type — green, yellow (mustard), or black each respond differently
• Balance pH first so the shock actually works at full strength
• Shock the pool to breakpoint chlorination
• Brush every wall, step, and corner to break algae’s protective layer
• Run and clean the filter aggressively to remove the dead algae
• Retest, rebalance, and confirm the water is safe before anyone swims

Keeping It From Coming Back

Algae that returns within weeks usually means the root cause was never fixed: low stabilizer letting the sun strip chlorine, a tired filter, poor circulation, or simply too many days between cleanings. Consistent water chemistry and a steady weekly cleaning schedule are the honest cure — treatment gets you out of the hole, maintenance keeps you out. You can read more in our FAQ, including how soon it’s safe to swim after treatment.