Pool Stains: An Unsightly Problem for South Florida Residents

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - April 17, 2015 - PRLog -- South Florida is known for its warm, sunny days. Tourists flock here, senior citizens retire here, and people love to live here. One of the major attractions is the ability to have a backyard pool that can be used the majority of the year. Clear waters and cool dips are extremely appealing on hot days. Unfortunately, unattractive staining in a pool can haunt daydreams and ruin leisure time. This staining is usually the result of a chemical imbalance in the pool water or an algae overgrowth. If pool owners make efforts to address stains before they get out of hand, then they are less likely to become an unsightly problem. Using a stain specialist, like The Pool Doctor of the Palm Beaches, can address and prevent pool staining.

South Florida’s sunny days and warm temperatures make for the perfect atmosphere for algae and bacteria growth. Usually, algae will appear and multiply quickly, especially on warm days. If the pool’s water is not balanced correctly, if there is plenty of sunlight, and the water has abundant nitrates, then algae will bloom. Algae can stain the pool, and discolor the water. Yellow algae are the most common “wall clinging” variety, and it tends to appear in the shaded areas of the pool. It is extremely difficult to remove once it has appeared, so prevention is the best way to combat it.

The water imbalance may also mean that there are metals in the pool, which can cause staining or scaling. Water imbalance is a fairly common problem in South Florida because of the high temperatures. Evaporation increases as the air temperature increases, which means that pool owners must fill their pools more often. Adding water to the pool, without treatment, will likely throw off the chemical balance in the pool water, increasing the likelihood of staining.

Having metals in the pool can cause discoloration and could rust and erode pool equipment faster as well. Potential metals found in the water could include: calcium, aluminum, cobalt, copper, magnesium, or iron. Metal stains are frequently found on the plaster and tile grout. The staining color will vary depending on the type of metal that is causing the stain. When a professional comes in to clean, they will first test the water to determine what is causing the stain so they can treat it effectively.

Some stains are extremely difficult to remove, even for professionals. Jack’s Magic is the industry leader in treating and preventing pool stains, so they have created a training and certification program that teaches professionals the best methods to deal with pool stains. When considering a company to provide stain treatment, look for this type of certification.

Prevention is the best policy when it comes to pool stains. Weekly pool services are a great idea to avoid costly maintenance later. Most services will test the water weekly, balance the chemicals, and do a thorough cleaning during each session.

The Pool Doctor of the Palm Beaches is a certified stain specialist and offers weekly cleaning and maintenance services. For more information about stain removal and prevention, visit The Pool Doctor’s website at http://www.poolspalmbeaches.com/.