Green Pool Cleanup in Austin, TX — Algae Recovery
The Pool Police provides green pool recovery for homeowners in 14 Austin Hill Country areas, including Lakeway, Steiner Ranch, Cedar Park and West Austin. Typical price: $385–$950 per recovery, including follow-up visit. No long-term contract; family-owned since 2000.
Whether you came home from vacation to a swamp or an extended rain spell turned your pool green overnight, The Pool Police has the process and the chemistry knowledge to bring it back — usually within 48 to 72 hours. Austin's warm temperatures and heavy organic load from oak and cedar trees create the perfect environment for algae blooms. We don't just shock and pray; we follow a proven multi-step recovery protocol that kills algae, removes dead debris, and restores balanced water you can actually swim in.
Green water, recurring algae and cloudy pools
Start with the history
Tell us when the water changed, whether circulation has been interrupted, and what products were recently added. Photographs of the pool and current test results help describe the condition. Water color is useful evidence, but it does not tell the whole story about chemistry or filtration.
Recovery and ongoing care
A green-pool cleanup addresses the current condition. Recurring service addresses the routine that follows it. Discuss the recovery scope, follow-up visits, filter condition, and the handoff to regular maintenance before agreeing to a plan.
When the pool looks clear again
Appearance alone is not a water test. Ask what the latest test results show and what maintenance is needed next. Keep a record of the recovery work and recent products so the next person servicing the pool has the same information.
What Green Pool Recovery Includes
Why The Pool Police?
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to clear a green pool?
Most green pools in the Austin area are swimmable within 48 to 72 hours. Severe cases — especially pools that have been neglected for months — may take up to a week if the filter media needs replacement and multiple rounds of vacuuming are required.
Why did my pool turn green?
Algae blooms happen when sanitizer levels drop below effective range, usually due to a pump failure, a chemical imbalance, or heavy organic debris after a storm. Austin's heat accelerates algae growth dramatically — a pool can go from slightly cloudy to full green in 24 to 48 hours during summer.
Can I swim in a green pool?
No. A green pool harbors bacteria, parasites, and high levels of organic contaminants. It's not safe to swim in until the water has been properly treated, filtered, and tested. We'll confirm the water is safe before giving you the all-clear.
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