How to remove green algae from your pool and early signs you have a major infestation
Green algae is the most common type of algae you can find in your pool. Here's how to get rid of it.
Among black and mustard algae, green algae is said to be the type that you will most likely find in your swimming pool.
Green algae can also sit on your pool floor and walls, causing them to become haphazardous and slippery, so be careful if entering it.
You might want to enter with heavy caution if you have to, because though pool algae typically is not harmful, harmful bacteria such as E. coli or salmonella may live in it.
You’re in luck if you’ve got the pesky problem though, because green algae is the most uncomplicated type of algae to get rid of and deter from happening in the future, per Home Depot.
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Signs you have green algae in your pool
Green tint
Green algae can create free-floating clouds that makes the water look cloudy with a green tint.
Cloudy water and slipperiness
As mentioned above, if the pool water begins to become cloudy or milky, as well as slippery, it's a big early sign that algae are forming. If your water suddenly goes from very clear to cloudy, or the sides of the pool start to feel slippery to the touch, algae might be lingering.
Steps to remove green algae from your pool:
Grab a pool water test kit to check your pool for chlorine, stabilizer and pH level.
Throw in a pool shock product to increase any leftover chlorine in the pool. Be sure to follow the label directions carefully.
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With a pool brush, thoroughly scour any surface of your pool that is covered in algae, including walls, floors and steps.
Use a green algaecide following the directions on the label.
Let the water circulate for 24 hours, and then you can brush the pool surfaces again.
Vacuum or backwash to remove any remaining dead algae.