What are algae and how do I fight them?

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QUESTION: What are algae and how do I fight them?

ANSWER:

Algae grow in gutters, ponds and other water-holding fixtures and even soil surrounding a home. Wet conditions help facilitate the growth of algae, which can then be washed into the pool.  Algae spores can also enter the water via rain and wind.

BioGuard®, one of the leading manufacturers of pool and spa products, recommends a system approach to pool care to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of your swimming pool throughout the swimming season. 

Simple tips for pool care include:

• Weekly preventative algicide
• Weekly shock routine to eliminate unwanted contaminants
• Maintain a sanitizer residual in the range of 1- 4 ppm
• Brush your pool once a week

Following these easy steps can help prevent algae infestation all season.  In addition, bring in a water sample to the experts at Poolco your BioGuard dealer for a computerized analysis of your swimming pool water.