Water Chemistry
How to Prevent Algae in a Tampa Pool
Published 2025-02-15
Maintain steady free chlorine, brush weekly, and keep phosphates low — lawn fertilizer runoff in Tampa Bay neighborhoods drives phosphates up quickly.
Run the pump enough hours per day during hot months and always after tropical storms.
Regular pool service is one of the more effective ways to stay ahead of algae in Tampa's climate.
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