Best Pool Builder Boston
1. Low Chlorine
A low chlorine level in the pool will leave materials and contaminants unoxidized. It will cause algae growth in the water, leaving a green tint and can cause illnesses.
2. High Alkalinity
Best Pool Builder Boston measures and balances alkalinity levels in the pool water. High alkaline levels cause the water to turn cloudy due to the high presence of carbonate materials that are not dissolved. As the Total Alkalinity (TA) approaches 130 parts per million (ppm), water scales start to form on the surface of the water, sides of the pool, and the equipment. This adds to the water’s murkiness and also causes a burning sensation or irritation to the eyes and skin.
3. High pH
A high pH level results in a high alkaline level which then causes cloudiness due to undissolved carbonate materials suspended in the water. This also reduces the effectiveness of the chlorine in killing pathogens. The recommended level is around 7.4-7.6 pH. As the level reaches 8.0 and over, the water becomes murkier and murkier.
4. High Calcium Hardness
High calcium hardness, while not a fundamental cause, can be a contributing factor in the reduced clarity of the water. Best Pool Builder Boston adjusts the hardness level in the pool to prevent calcium build-up to keep the water as clear as possible.
Diagnosing Cloudy Pool Water: Filtration and Circulation
If you have already covered everything in the water chemistry area and the pool is still cloudy, it is imperative at this point to take a look at possible equipment issues. This stage gives you the chance to check if the water is circulated and filtered appropriately. For the water to flow and get filtered properly, you need all the key equipment for the pool. Best Pool Builder Boston, MA will certainly provide them for you.