Green pool recovery Sydney
From swamp to swim-ready. We bring algae-hit pools back to crystal clear — usually within a week.
A green pool isn't just ugly — it's unsafe to swim in and getting worse by the day. Algae blooms feed on sunlight and unbalanced water, and once they're established, retail 'shock and hope' treatments often fail because the filter and chemistry aren't dealt with together.
Our green pool recovery process attacks the problem end-to-end: heavy-dose treatment matched to your pool's actual water chemistry, mechanical removal of dead algae, and filtration run around the clock until the water polishes clear. Most pools are back to swimmable inside 4–7 days, and we'll tell you honestly if a drain-and-clean would be cheaper for a severe case.
What's included
- On-site water analysis and algae assessment
- Chlorine shock dosing matched to your pool's chemistry
- Algaecide and clarifier or flocculant treatment
- Brush-down of walls, steps and waterline
- Vacuum of settled debris (to waste where possible)
- Filter deep-clean and around-the-clock filtration plan
- Follow-up visit to rebalance and confirm the water is safe
Common questions
Green pool recovery FAQs
How long does green pool recovery take?
Mild green pools often clear in 2–3 days; a full swamp with zero visibility usually takes 4–7 days including follow-up balancing. Severe neglect cases can need a drain and acid wash — we'll advise if so.
How much does it cost to fix a green pool?
It depends on severity, pool volume and filter condition. Expect a fixed-price quote after a quick assessment — typically a few hundred dollars including chemicals for a standard backyard pool.
Why did my pool turn green?
Usually a sanitiser gap — the chlorinator failed, stabiliser was too low so UV stripped the chlorine, or the pump run-time wasn't keeping up with summer heat. We identify the cause so it doesn't happen again.
Is it cheaper to drain the pool?
Rarely. Draining risks structural damage to some pool types and the water cost adds up. We only recommend a drain for extreme cases or heavy debris contamination.