Green-to-clean
Green pool cleanup in Spring, The Woodlands, Tomball, Cypress & Conroe
From swamp green to clear blue. Green-to-clean starts at $350 and goes up to $1,500, depending on how bad the pool is.
Call or text (346) 572-1202. A photo of your pool helps us price it.
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The swamp-green job
Swamp green: 2 days of work
This pool was so green you couldn’t see the bottom. Here’s what we did:
- filter cleaned
- drained
- acid washed
- refilled
Every pool is different, so yours may need more work or less. Send us a photo and we’ll get back to you about your price.
Price
What a green‑to‑clean costs
It depends on how bad the pool is. Light green costs less than full swamp.
from $350
up to $1,500
Where your pool lands on that range depends on how bad it is. A photo helps us price it.
Get your price in three hops
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Snap a photo of the pool, green water and all. Try to get the whole pool in the shot.
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Send it with your address or ZIP code. The quote form takes up to 3 photos, or text it to us.
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We get back to you about your price, somewhere from $350 to $1,500, depending on how bad the pool is.
Good to know
Why pools turn green
Green water almost always means algae. It takes over when the water stops keeping it in check. These are the usual reasons.
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Not enough chlorine
Chlorine keeps algae in check. Sun, heat, rain and lots of swimmers all use it up, and once it runs low, algae moves in.
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Heat
Warm water helps algae grow, and long Texas summers keep pool water warm for months.
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Water that isn’t moving
A pump that’s off, broken or not running long enough, or a clogged filter, leaves the water still. Algae grows fastest in still, unfiltered water.
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Rain, leaves and pollen
Storms water down the pool and wash in dirt and yard runoff. Leaves and pollen break down in the water and use up chlorine.
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pH out of balance
When the pH drifts too high, chlorine does a weaker job, even when there’s enough of it in the pool.
Why a little green gets worse
Algae multiplies, and the more of it there is, the faster it eats through chlorine. Left alone, a light green pool can end up swamp green. Very green pools are sometimes drained instead of treated, like our swamp-green job.
Don’t swim in it
If you can’t see the bottom, it isn’t safe to swim, and algae can shelter germs. Wait until the water is clear again.
FAQ
Green pool questions
Not answered here? Text us a photo and your question.
How much does it cost to clean a green pool?
Green-to-clean starts at $350 and goes up to $1,500, depending on how bad the pool is. A photo with your quote request helps us price it.
How long does a green-to-clean take?
Every pool is different. Our swamp-green job was 2 days of work: filter cleaned, drained, acid washed, refilled.
Does a green pool always have to be drained?
Not always. Lighter green pools are often cleared without draining, while very bad ones sometimes get drained. Our swamp-green job was drained, acid washed and refilled. Send a photo and we’ll get back to you about what yours needs.
What is an acid wash?
An acid wash cleans the plaster of a drained pool with a diluted acid. It takes off a very thin layer of the surface, and stains and algae come off with it.
Why did my pool turn green after a storm?
Heavy rain waters down the chlorine and washes in dirt, leaves and runoff. If the storm knocked out the power, the pump stopped too. Together, that gives algae an easy start.
Can I swim in a green pool?
No. If you can’t see the bottom, it isn’t safe to swim, and algae can shelter germs. Wait until the water is clear.
Can you keep it clean afterward?
Yes. We also do weekly pool cleaning: $300–$400 a month, depending on pool size, with chemicals included.
More from our jobs
One of our pools, before & after
The same pool from three angles.
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Areas we serve
Green pool cleanup in these cities
Five cities, all north of Houston:
Not sure if you’re in our area? Text us your ZIP.
Got a green pool?
Send us a photo for a price, or call or text (346) 572-1202.