A clean and healthy pool creates a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for yourself, your family, and your friends.
However, even the most careful and meticulous pool owners can encounter problems with their pool water.
If you start to see water discoloration, cloudiness, or if something just seems “off” from the norm, it is important to diagnose the issue and take steps to correct it as soon as possible.
Algae Outbreaks and Prevention
Pool algae outbreaks are an all-too-common problem that can be frustrating for a lot of pool owners. Algae makes the pool look unsightly and unsafe to swim in, and it can even damage the pool equipment.
Depending on the type of algae, there are steps to not only eradicate it from the pool but prevent outbreaks in the first place.
Cloudy Water and Fast Fixes
If you start to see cloudy water, the first step should be determining what is causing it. A lot of times, it can be due to poor circulation or falling debris that hasn’t had a chance to get filtered out.
Other times, however, it can be a start of an algae outbreak or other contaminants in the water.
Clearing a Cloudy Pool
While most instances of cloudy water can be solved quickly, they can be a sign of a larger problem.
Rainstorm Management
Most issues that come from rainstorms are fairly easy to fix. Temporary changes in water balance can cause cloudy water. Extra dirt and debris in the pool may require some extra vacuuming.
If there aren’t any larger issues, your pool should be back to its clean and balanced self in no time!
Stains on the Surface
Pool stains can show up even in well-maintained pools. If ignored, they often get worse over time. The good news is that most stains can be removed once you know what you’re dealing with.
With the right approach and a bit of patience, you can get rid of existing stains and take simple steps to prevent new ones from forming.
Identifying & Removing Stains
Most stains are usually caused by organic contaminants and debris or by metals in the water.
Metals in the Water
Metals like copper and iron can get into your pool water without you even realizing it. They’re often found in well water, city tap water, or can leach from corroding pool equipment, especially older heaters and pipes.
Left untreated, these metals can cause unsightly stains on your pool surfaces and even tint the water.
Prevention is the Best Cure
A properly balanced pool will solve most water issues before they become larger problems.
Know your chemistry, and know what you are putting into your pool. Whether it’s chemicals or adding more water, you don’t know what’s in them if you don’t look!