Green Pool Recovery in Gold Coast
Has your pool turned into a green swamp? Don’t worry - it happens more often than you’d think, and we’re experts at bringing pools back from the brink. Whether you’ve returned from holiday, inherited a neglected pool, or had equipment failure, Gold Coast Pool Service Pros can transform your green pool back to sparkling clear water, usually within 3-5 days.
Why Pools Turn Green
Understanding why your pool went green helps prevent it happening again:
Insufficient Chlorine: Without adequate sanitizer, algae blooms rapidly
Equipment Failure: Pump or filter breakdown stops circulation and filtration
Neglect: Missed treatments during busy periods or holidays
Weather Events: Heavy rain dilutes chemicals and adds nutrients
High Temperatures: Warm water accelerates algae growth
Whatever the cause, we can fix it.
Our Green Pool Recovery Process
1. Assessment & Diagnosis
We start by evaluating your pool:
Check equipment operation and condition
Test water chemistry levels
Assess severity of algae growth
Identify the likely cause
Provide treatment plan and timeline
You’ll know exactly what to expect before we start.
2. Heavy Shock Treatment
The first step in recovery:
Super Chlorination: High-dose chlorine to kill algae
Algaecide Treatment: Targeted products for stubborn algae types
pH Adjustment: Optimize pH for chlorine effectiveness
Brush All Surfaces: Dislodge algae for filtration
This aggressive treatment stops algae growth immediately.
3. Continuous Filtration
Your filter works overtime:
Run filter 24/7 during recovery
Multiple backwashes or cleans as needed
Remove dead algae from the system
Monitor pressure and flow rates
May require filter media replacement in severe cases
The filter removes all the dead organic matter.
4. Clearing & Clarifying
As the pool clears:
Add clarifier to help fine particles clump together
Continue vacuum and brush routine
Additional shock treatments if needed
Daily monitoring of progress
Adjust chemicals as water clears
Watch your pool transform day by day.
5. Final Balance & Handover
Once the pool is clear:
Complete water chemistry balance
Equipment check and service
Filter clean or backwash
Provide maintenance recommendations
Advise on preventing future problems
Your pool is ready for swimming again.
Green Pool Recovery Results
Typical Recovery Timeline
Most green pools are recovered within:
Day 1-2: Shock treatment, algae dying, water turning blue-grey
Day 2-3: Dead algae settling, heavy filtration, water clearing
Day 3-4: Water becoming clear, fine particles filtering out
Day 4-5: Crystal clear water, final balancing, swim-ready
Severely neglected pools may take longer, but we’ll keep you informed.
Prevent Future Problems
We’ll help you avoid green pools:
Regular maintenance schedule
Proper chemical levels
Equipment checks and service
Holiday preparation tips
Early intervention when issues arise
Our regular clients rarely see green pools.
