Ecosmarte Pool

There are over 21,000 known varieties of algae! Algae spores constantly enter the pool, brought in by wind, rain or even contaminated swimsuits or equipment. When conditions are right, an algae bloom can occur seemingly overnight. These conditions include imbalanced water, warm temperatures, sunlight, and the presence of nitrates. Of course lack of proper filtration, circulation, and sanitation may be the primary causes of algae. A suction vacuum is highly recommended by most manufacturers, as is backwashing only after pressure rise.

Algae are living aquatic creatures that multiply rapidly in warm, sunny conditions. Containing chlorophyll, algae utilizes photosynthesis to grow. That is, they take in carbon dioxide and expend oxygen as a byproduct.

The two main problems with algae are, first, people do not want to go swimming, and second, it takes time and money to rid the water completely of algae. Algae itself is not harmful to swimmers, but pools with algae may also be residence to other pathogens.

Proper water balance and filter maintenance are necessary to prevent algae growth. Also regular brushing prevents dirt from harboring in the pores of your pool surface, where algae colonies like to start. The use of specialty chemicals or algaecides may be necessary as a back up to the sanitizer and existing filtration. Filtration upgrades will solve 99% of these problems.