How to Handle Cloudy Water in Your Pool

An issue many people have regarding their pools is milky or cloudy pool water. Pools need to be monitored and tested daily to assure that problems do not occur regarding your pool water.  Here are a few main reasons for why your swimming water may be milky or cloudy:  • The #1 reason is that there are insufficient chlorine levels. Chlorine levels need to be kept at a certain level depending on your pool. Your pool chemical containers should help you in determining how much chlorine is needed for your pool.  • Another major reason for milky or cloudy pool water is live and dead algae. If your pool is cloudy but also green, it’s most likely live algae are residing in your swimming pool. If the pool water is a blue or gray then dead algae may be the problem.  • Having your pump not run long enough could lead to dirty water. Filtration is very important to sustaining clean pool water, and if it’s not done at a correct pace then algae and other contaminants are more prone to invade your pool. We recommend that your filtration should run at least half of the day.  • Vacuuming your pool floor can help alleviate milky or cloudy water. Built-up debris can be found on the pool floor. This can be done with a pool vacuum cleaner.  • The balance between your chemicals and the pH content of the pool are very important in sustaining clean pool water. We recommend checking with your local pool supplier to acquire the necessary tools needed for balancing your pool water.  • It’s important to make sure all swimmers that make contact with your pool are showered and clean. Swimmers can carry dirt, body lotion, sunscreen, or anything else that could potentially contaminate your pool water. To help treat poor water quality, check out our chemical line: http://www.poolweb.com/Shop-On-Line/Pool-Chemicals