Algae In Pool Filter Tubes

How to remove black algae.

Algae in pool filter tubes.

Often appearing as black spots it will securely adhere to the pool surface and form a protective outer layer. When i pull out the grid it is covered in green. A concentrated algae killer that works best when you pour it over where the algae began to grow. The only problem i am currently having is that every 10 15 minutes the pressure jumps to 20 and no longer moves water and the vacuum no longer is working.

A clogged filter means the pool pump has to work much harder to maintain water flow through the system. A chemical combination that literally shocks your pool water clean. The ammonia based algaecide is less expensive and will be less likely to stain your pool than the metallic copper and silver. Black algae is one of the toughest strains of pool algae to kill.

Similar to mustard algae black algae can also thrive in your pool filter. There are two types of algaecide. Brushing the affected area will help in the treatment process. I have chemically treated the pool and now need to run the filter to clean and vacuum out the remains.

Commercial filter cleaners can remove most dirt debris and oil present on the filter but algae growth requires an acid bath. Hayward pool filters trap dirt debris and algae present in your pool water.