Eternal algae

[gleniris2307]

Hello-

This is my first post. I have an in small in ground pool with a liner, chlorine system, Hayward pump and Pentair cartridge filter. We are in Alabama, and the yard surrounding the pool is quite prolific. Used a Sam's Club algaecide and will never get rid of the foam. Or the algae, it seems...

[Watermom]

Yep, that's the problem with most of those algaecides ---- the foam! The only algaecide we recommend is 60% Polyquat.

We'll need some additional info to be able to help.

1. What is the volume of the pool?
2. What size pump (hp)?
3. Exactly what all have you added to the pool, meaning ingredients and not just product names like 'shock.'
4. Do you have a drops-based test kit? If so, what kind? Post current numbers.

If you don't have a good drops-based test kit:
The test kit that we think is by far the best is the Taylor K2006 or 2006C (better buy). Not available locally but you can get it through this link that takes you to Amazon: http://pool9.net/tk/

But, in the meantime, go to Walmart and see if they have the HTH 6-Way drops-based kit (no test strips!) and get that. If they don't, get an OTO/Phenol Red kit (yellow and red drops) instead. Use it to test and then post your numbers. Also while you are at WallyWorld, get several jugs of their generic 8.25% bleach, a couple of boxes of 20 Mule Team Borax (laundry aisle) and a gallon of distilled water.

Repost with requested info and then someone here can try and help you.

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