Green Pool Rescue in 4 Days
Scottsdale, AZ
The Situation
Homeowners returned from a 6-week vacation to find their pool fully algae-covered — dark green water with zero visibility past 4 inches.
Treatment
Day 1: Triple-dose shock treatment and initial vacuum to waste. Day 2: Algaecide application and filter deep clean. Day 3: Secondary shock and chemistry test. Day 4: Final vacuum, filter backwash, full chemistry rebalance.
Result
Crystal clear water by end of day 4. Swim-safe chemical readings confirmed. Pool returned to weekly maintenance schedule.
Spring Opening — Fountain Hills
Fountain Hills, AZ
The Situation
Family with a 12,000-gallon pool wanted it ready for Easter weekend. Cover had been on since October. Water was cloudy with early algae formation.
Treatment
Cover removed and stored. Equipment reconnected and tested. Pump motor inspection revealed worn seals — replaced on-site. Chemical startup with shock, clarifier, and algaecide. Filter backwash.
Result
Pool was swim-ready by Friday afternoon. Pump seal replacement prevented a mid-summer failure. Family hosted Easter pool party as planned.
Tile Calcium Removal
Paradise Valley, AZ
The Situation
Older pool with 3+ years of calcium buildup on the tile waterline. Hard water from the AZ municipal supply had left heavy white deposits the owner had tried to scrub off without success.
Treatment
Drained pool to tile line. Acid wash on tile waterline with neutralization. Soft tile brushing with calcium-specific cleaner. Pool refilled and chemistry adjusted to prevent rapid calcium reformation.
Result
Tile waterline restored to original grout appearance. Water chemistry calibrated to reduce future calcium buildup rate. Owner enrolled in weekly service to maintain results.