Green Pool Treatment & Algae Removal

From Green Swamp to Sparkling Blue

A green pool is not just ugly. It is a sign that algae has taken over, and the water is no longer safe for swimming. Maybe you went on vacation and came back to a green mess. Or perhaps your pool equipment stopped working and you did not catch it in time. Whatever happened, we have seen it before and we know exactly how to fix it.

Green pool treatment is our specialty. We have restored hundreds of pools in Haltom City from dark green swamps back to the crystal clear water you remember. The process takes time and the right chemicals, but we have it down to a science. Most pools can be swimming-ready again within a few days.

At HCP Haltom City Pool Services, we do not just throw chemicals at the problem and hope for the best. We follow a proven treatment process that kills the algae, clears the water, and gets your pool balanced properly so the algae does not come right back.

How We Remove Algae and Clear Your Pool

Green pool treatment is not something you can rush. Here is our step-by-step process that actually works:

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  Initial Assessment: We check how bad the algae problem is. Green algae is easier to treat than black algae. We also test your water chemistry to see what is out of balance.
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  Shock Treatment: We add a heavy dose of chlorine to kill the algae. This is way more chlorine than normal maintenance uses. The water might look cloudier at first, but that means the treatment is working.
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  Brushing and Circulation: We brush every surface in your pool to break up algae colonies. Then we run your pump continuously to circulate the chemicals and dead algae through your filter.
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  Vacuuming and Filtering: As the algae dies, it settles to the bottom. We vacuum it out and keep your filter clean so it can keep working properly. Your filter works hard during this process.
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  Final Balancing: Once the algae is gone and the water is clear, we balance all your chemical levels perfectly. This prevents new algae from growing back.

The whole process usually takes 3 to 7 days, depending on how green your pool is. We come back multiple times during treatment to check progress, add chemicals as needed, and clean your filter.

Why Pools Turn Green in the First Place

Understanding why algae grows helps prevent it from happening again. Algae needs three things to thrive: sunlight, warm water, and unbalanced chemicals. Texas gives us plenty of the first two, so keeping your chemicals balanced is crucial.

The most common cause is low chlorine levels. When chlorine drops below where it should be, algae starts growing within days. Hot weather makes this happen faster because chlorine breaks down quicker in heat. A broken pump or filter can also cause problems because stagnant water is perfect for algae growth.

Sometimes people accidentally create algae problems by not running their equipment enough. Your pump should run at least 8 to 12 hours per day in summer. If you cut back too much to save electricity, you end up with an algae problem that costs way more to fix.

After we get your pool clear, we can set you up with our weekly pool cleaning service to make sure it never turns green again. Regular maintenance is always cheaper and easier than treating a green pool.

Algae Problems in Haltom City

Haltom City pools fight algae more than many other places. Our long, hot summers create perfect conditions for algae to explode. Most pools here will turn green within a week if maintenance stops during July or August.

We also deal with dust and pollen that blow in from the surrounding area. These particles feed algae and make the problem worse. Between the heat, the sun exposure, and the debris, your pool needs consistent attention during warm months. That is why so many Haltom City homeowners rely on us for regular maintenance instead of trying to handle it themselves.