Algae Problems

A yellow algae usually appears as yellowish-greenish-brownish spots on the swimming pool walls and floors.

There are many problems that algae can cause in your swimming pool.

Pink algae is not really an algae at all, but it’s a form of bacteria.

Green algae is a common form of algae in swimming pools and will usually appear right away following a turbid condition in the water from a lack of good filtration and sanitation (low chlorine levels).

Blue-green algae are present in almost all aquatic ecosystems.

Black algae are the most aggravating variety of algae.

There are over thousands of known varieties of algae known today!

Algae organisms constantly enter the pool, brought in by wind, rain, contaminated swimsuits or equipment.