Concierge service:
If you’ve ever wondered why your pool keeps turning green even when you think you’re doing everything right, you’re not alone. Algae problems often appear without any obvious warning signs. At VIP Home Services, we often uncover issues that go far beyond “low chlorine” with our use of world-class electronic water testing equipment. In fact, here are the top 6 reasons why your pool has algae:
Somewhere in your system, whether it’s a clogged skimmer, blocked drain, or partially closed return valve, water isn’t moving the way it should. This creates stagnant zones where algae can thrive. You may own the best robotic pool cleaner for algae, but it will not make a difference if the water is restricted within the system or the pump is not running for 12 hours per day in the summer and 10 hours per day in the winter.
Phosphates act as food for algae, and elevated levels can cause blooms even in otherwise well-balanced pools, and most pool companies do not regularly test for phosphates. You must use a phosphate remover to help remove the source of food that algae craves. We recommend Orenda PR-10,000.
When chlorine levels drop too low or are consumed too quickly, algae can multiply unchecked. So, we recommend, depending on the season, both fast and slow acting chlorine to combat algae growth.
Leaves, pollen, and dust introduce natural nutrients that feed algae and make your water cloudy. Plant organics must be removed from the pool as soon as possible to help lower the risk of algae growth.
Too much stabilizer (CYA) traps chlorine and reduces its effectiveness. Meanwhile, if your pool leaks, you’re constantly adding new water, which dilutes chlorine and disrupts your chemical balance. The only way to remove CYA is to drain the pool water. VIP Home Services recommends doing this when CYA goes about 50, which is part of our Silver, Gold, and VIP Memberships.
Constantly adding water to the pool dilutes chemicals in the water, and, therefore, allows for algae to grow with lower chlorine levels by percentage. The solution to this is hiring a trusted leak detection company in DFW area. Unfortunately, leaks are usually expensive to repair and are caused by the clay soil shifting between dry summers and moist springs and falls in North Texas.
Each of these issues can quietly undermine your pool’s health, even when it looks clear on the surface. That’s why VIP Home Services uses world-class electronic water testing to identify root causes, prevents algae before it starts, and promotes the best way to clean algae from pool. With precision care and weekly professional service, your pool will stay sparkling, balanced, and swim-ready — all season long.
Check out our list of total home exterior services that include pool maintenance, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, sprinkler adjustments, and window cleaning for one monthly price. If you are looking for a “pool maintenance near me”, look no further than VIP Home Services!
-John Hallman, Owner of VIP Home Services, Sign up today at 214-307-2692
