Cloudy water? Algae? Green pool? Learn what causes the most common pool problems and how to avoid them.
Pool problems rarely appear overnight. In most cases they develop slowly because the water balance has drifted, filtration has been reduced, or regular maintenance has been missed. The good news is that understanding the cause makes it much easier to prevent the problem from returning.
What it looks like: The water loses its sparkle and appears dull or hazy.
Common causes:
How to avoid it: Test your water regularly, keep the filter clean and run your pump for an appropriate amount of time each day.
What it looks like: Green water ranging from a slight tint to a deep green colour.
Common causes:
How to avoid it: Maintain proper sanitiser levels, brush the pool regularly and ensure good water circulation throughout the entire pool.
Algae often begins in shaded areas, corners, behind ladders and on steps where circulation is reduced.
Prevention:
Many people think a strong chlorine smell means there is too much chlorine in the water. In reality, it usually indicates chloramines have formed because chlorine is being used up fighting contaminants.
The solution: Test your water, restore proper sanitiser levels and maintain good water balance.
Eye irritation is commonly caused by water that is out of balance rather than by chlorine itself. Incorrect pH can make swimming uncomfortable even when chlorine levels are normal.
White deposits around the waterline are usually calcium scale caused by high calcium hardness and elevated pH.
Prevention: Regular water testing and maintaining balanced chemistry help minimise scale formation.
Most expensive pool problems begin as small issues that go unnoticed. Regular testing, proper circulation and balanced water chemistry are the keys to keeping your pool sparkling, healthy and ready to enjoy throughout the year.
Fresh Water Pools Brisbane can help you achieve cleaner, healthier water that's easier to maintain all year round.
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