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Is Green Pool Water Safe for Swimming?

Pools are a fantastic addition to a home. They are great for everything from exercise to physical therapy, not to mention recreational use. One thing can keep that refreshing dip from coming to be - looking into the pool and…

Pool TroopersMarch 1, 2020

Water Chemistry

Algae: Can it Damage Your Pool?

Homeowners put substantial money, time and effort into creating a friendly, stylish backyard for their families. A pool can be the key ingredient for the perfect backyard. However, a pool can become very uninviting once algae take over. Algae…

Pool TroopersJanuary 3, 2019

Water Chemistry

Algae Build Up Tips for your Pool

During the summer months, algae can build up on the sides and bottom of your pool. This plant loves the warmth of the sun and gets into the pool via airborne transmission in raindrops off plants and trees or your…

Pool TroopersJuly 20, 2018

Cleaning & Maintenance

Black Algae Prevention in Swimming Pools

Rain Spurs Black Algae Pool Issues Warm weather and proximity to water go hand in hand with a large amount of rain. This rain has several effects on your pool. Rain tends to knock black algae off of screens, plants,…

Pool TroopersJune 20, 2017

Cleaning & Maintenance

Green Algae: How to Vacuum it out of Your Pool?

It’s important to note that you should not try to vacuum green pool water until you have removed any and all organic debris using a pool net, and have added the proper chemicals to the water, and done proper brushing…

Pool TroopersDecember 5, 2016

Cleaning & Maintenance

Green Pool Water Caused by Algae: How to Clear it Up

What You Need to take care of a green pool water problem: A deep Leaf Net Sturdy pool brush- make sure your bristles are still strong and all there Pool Acid – 3 Gallons Calcium Hypochlorite (Granular Pool Shock) –…

Pool TroopersDecember 5, 2016