Drained our IG pool b/c of continual algea problem

[lovedisney]

Have we done a bad thing? We are currently filling it now. It's an L shape, IG 44,000 gallon pool. We did not drain it completely, only until there was approx 2-3feet in the deep end.

The algea was unbelievable. We unfortunately just poured too much $ into with shocking it over 2-3 weeks, and it just kept getting worse. PH was high, so we would add myratic (sp) acid. Also added algeacide approx once a week, vacuumed etc etc etc.... It just got to the point where we were exhausted with everything, so we just decided to drain. I'm afraid it's a prob now, b/c I do see a few bubbles - it's pulled away a little bit in some areas, althought not all over. In the shallow end, the level is approx 4" maybe? The liner is only 1 yr old - yes more money we have put into this pool.

Any thoughts on this, or advice???

Thanks so much!

[Phillbo]

test a sample of your fill water and post up the results.

sounds like a real frustrating situation.. and one HUGE pool

[lovedisney]

Oh yes...this pool is way to large for me to handle. Some days I don't know what we were thinking when we bought this house. We love having a pool....when we can swim in it of course!

[fission7x]

Oh yes...this pool is way to large for me to handle. Some days I don't know what we were thinking when we bought this house. We love having a pool....when we can swim in it of course!

Brother, welcome to the forum!
Like you I have a large "L" shaped 40 kilo-gallon pool!
My advice - don't fret! Once you get control, you can handle it - trust me!
Getting control is easy. Thanks to this forum and a little courage, anyone can do it. I' know what I'm talking about! I have done it myself.
I've battled mustard algae attacks and turned thick pea soup into crystal clear swimming enjoyment!
I'm no expert - by far - but I have read many, many threads on this forum and everything you need is right here!
Here's my newbie advice:
First step: Get the pool re-filled. you may have to get a pool contractor's help if the sides are pulling away too much.
Second step (while to pool is filling) get a decent comprehensive test kit.
Third: Read this forum. Learn how to use the BBB method and how to shock.
Fourth: Run the whole gambit of tests & write your numbers down.
Fifth: Begin to adjust your numbers and don't get in a hurry!
Sixth: Read the forum. If you don't find the answer here, Ask questions!! Wait a few hours and the answer will be here!

You can do it - I did!