Above-ground pools share a short list of recurring problems: green water, low filter pressure, mysterious leaks, and cloudy or foamy water. Most of these have a fast fix if you know what you're actually looking at. This guide walks through each problem with specific steps, not guesswork.
Not all pool algae are the same, and treating the wrong type the wrong way wastes time and money. Green algae is the most common and easiest to kill. Yellow algae is stubborn and chlorine-resistant. Black algae is the hardest to remove and requires a completely different approach. This guide breaks down each type and gives you the specific steps to beat it.
Not all pool algae is the same, and treating the wrong type the wrong way wastes time and money. Green algae is the most common and easiest to kill, yellow algae is stubborn and often returns, and black algae is the hardest to beat. Here's how to identify what you have and fix it the right way.
