You shocked the pool, scrubbed it clean, added all the right chemicals… and yet, a few days or weeks later — BAM! — the algae is back. So frustrating, right?
Here’s the thing: in most cases, algae isn’t "coming back" — it never really left. It just becomes active again when your pool water gets out of balance or isn’t properly maintained. That green, yellow, or even black stuff thrives in certain conditions: warm water, poor filtration, low sanitizer levels, and inconsistent upkeep.
So what’s the solution?
To stop algae from making a comeback, you don’t need magic — just a solid, consistent routine.
✅ Keep your water chemistry balanced — test regularly and adjust pH, chlorine, alkalinity, and other levels as needed.
✅ Run your filtration system long enough each day, and clean the filter as needed so it works efficiently.
✅ Brush and vacuum your pool weekly, even if it looks clean. Algae can cling to hidden corners.
Algae loves neglect. But with the right habits, you can keep it away for good — and keep your pool looking fresh, clear, and safe all season long.