Green to Clean
One-time recovery service for Oak Island pools that have turned green or been neglected. This is separate from maintenance and is never grouped with ongoing service.
What Is Green to Clean?
Green to Clean is a one-time recovery service designed to restore neglected pools to a clean, swimmable condition. This service is for pools that have been left unmaintained and have developed algae growth.
This is not ongoing maintenance. After a Green to Clean recovery, you will need to either sign up for regular maintenance or maintain the pool yourself to prevent the problem from recurring.
The Process
Assessment
We evaluate the pool condition, equipment status, and estimate the recovery timeline.
Shock Treatment
Heavy chlorination to kill algae and bacteria. Multiple treatments may be required.
Debris Removal
Remove dead algae, leaves, and debris from the pool floor and surfaces.
Filter Cleaning
Deep clean or backwash filters repeatedly to remove dead algae and contaminants.
Chemistry Balance
Restore proper water chemistry once the pool is visually clear.
Final Polish
Brush, vacuum, and verify the pool is safe for swimming.
Important Notice
Green to Clean is priced separately from maintenance services. The cost depends on the severity of the algae growth and the time required to restore the pool.
Existing maintenance customers rarely need this service because we catch problems before they escalate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my pool keep getting cloudy even when the test strip shows enough chlorine?
Common causes: bad testing (strips are often inaccurate), high CYA making chlorine less effective, filtration problems (dirty filter, channeling sand, torn cartridges, or too little runtime), fine particulates from storms or construction, or balance-driven precipitation from high pH/TA/CH. Cloudy water is usually a filtration and balance problem, not a 'just add more chlorine' problem.
Do you offer Green to Clean services for a cloudy, green pool?
Yes. Green to Clean is a recovery process that restores sanitary, clear water through controlled sanitation, brushing, filtration, and rebalancing. The timeline depends on algae severity, filtration, and how quickly the system can remove dead material.
How long does a Green to Clean recovery take?
Recovery time depends on the severity of the algae bloom. Most Green to Clean recoveries take 3-7 days of intensive treatment, including multiple visits for chemical adjustments, brushing, and filtration monitoring.
What happens after the pool is recovered?
After recovery, we transition the pool to a normal maintenance schedule. This includes regular water testing, chemical balancing, and filtration to prevent a recurrence. The underlying cause of the algae bloom (usually low sanitizer, high CYA, or poor filtration) is identified and corrected so the problem does not return.
Does Oak Island's coastal climate cause pools to turn green faster?
Yes. The combination of high UV, heat, humidity, and salt air accelerates chlorine loss and algae growth. Storms and heavy rain dilute sanitizer and introduce organic debris that feeds algae. Coastal pools require tighter consistency in chemical management and usually benefit from more frequent service during peak season.
Pool Turned Green?
Contact us with photos of your pool. We will provide an estimate for the recovery.