Why is the pollen, algae or cloudy water in your Atlanta pool giving you trouble?
You put in to clean it and yet the pool is still hazy. You go out back and see a yellow film on the surface of the water. Or perhaps you have had enough of putting down a fight with green water that seems to reappear come what may.
Do not be surprised if this rings a bell; we would not be alone in those frustrations. Season after season, Metro Atlanta pool owners are confronted with the same issues. We at Yummy Pools make it our business to put an end to them for homeowners in Cumming, Marietta, Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek and environs. For a discussion of your particular pool woes, pick up the phone and call (470) 703-6894.
We will get into the why and wherefore of these three problems and how to put them right.
The Pollen in Atlanta
If you have made it through a spring in Georgia you know all about pollen. It is a thick yellow dust on the porch and the car, and your pool is no exception. With the high counts Atlanta is known for, the pool is ground zero.
Pollen will float then sink, clogging the filter and nourishing bacteria, leaving a dull, yellow cast to the water. A bit of skimming does not cut it when the season is at its height.
There is a host of reasons for the impact on an Atlanta pool:
- The fine particles evade a basic filter
- Wind is wont to deposit it in open water
- The tree cover in most of Metro Atlanta
- Warmth which hastens the buildup
- Spring pollen that lingers for weeks
Your only recourse is to stay on top of the skimming and filter cleaning, and have your chemistry in order so as not to let the matter escalate.
A Case of Algae
One of the more intractable things a pool owner has to contend with is algae. In the heat of Georgia it makes quick work of spreading, manifesting as a green, black or mustard growth on the steps and walls.
For the most part it is due to an imbalance in the chemistry. Sanitizer levels ebb and the algae has its chance. To prevent it is easier than once it has put down roots.
You will find it comes back for any number of reasons:
- Chlorine is low or erratic
- The pump cannot circulate the water properly
- Debris and pollen provide food for it
- Long, hot summers in Atlanta
- Letting maintenance slide in a busy week
With some diligence algae can be put off. Brushing and good circulation and balanced chemicals are key. Our services at Yummy Pools come with all the standard pool chemicals so there is no guessing whether the water is treated.
Cloudy Water
When the water is cloudy your pool is sounding an alarm. There is something amiss with the filtration or the chemistry. It can be deceptively benign looking but is often the start of something.
Typically you will find one of the following at fault:
- pH or alkalinity out of whack
- Insufficient sanitizer
- An old or unclean filter
- Equipment that is not circulating well
- Dust and pollen in the water
An adjustment to the chemistry will do in some instances. In others there is an equipment issue to be had with the pump or filter. We have an equipment repair department in house to put a finger on such things.
How we keep the water clear in Atlanta
Our whole service is predicated on dealing with these matters. From skimming to a check of the equipment and your chemistry, we run it through our 10 Step Cleaning Process.
We are fully licensed and insured. The technician in your backyard is a vetted employee who has been background checked and is someone we vouch for.
Should a service not be up to snuff, we have a Done Right Guarantee. Contact us by the next business day and we will set it right without charge, in keeping with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. No contracts are required. We can have a quote to you in under 24 hours and offer financing as well as free estimates. The office is at your disposal Monday to Friday from 8:30am until 5:00pm.
Do not put up with the algae or cloudy water any longer. Call Yummy Pools at (470) 703-6894 and we will put you in the way of some water you can enjoy. We are happy to serve all of Metro Atlanta including Kennesaw, Acworth, Sandy Springs, Peachtree City, Gainesville, Milton and Cumming.