Cloudy pool water is more than just unsightly, it is a safety hazard. If you cannot easily see the bottom of your pool, you should not be swimming in it. First of all, cloudy pool water is unsanitary. The water is cloudy due to a chemical imbalance, improper filtration, or both. In any event, swimming in cloudy pool water increases the risk of getting sick from pathogens in the water.
In addition, if you can’t see the bottom of the pool, it’s dangerous to dive into the water. You could hit the bottom and cause a severe injury. Finally, if an accident did happen, it would be difficult for anyone else to see the victim on the bottom of the pool. People have drowned in cloudy pools without anyone noticing.
The bottom line is get that cloudy pool cleared up. A sparkling clear pool is not only beautiful, but it is safer. There can be many different reasons for cloudy pool water. Your filter may not be working properly, or your pump may not be pumping water through the filter at the right rate.
In addition to filter problems, chemical imbalances can cause the pool water to become cloudy or milky. The easiest way to correct a chemical imbalance is to take a sample of your pool water to your pool supply center. They will analyze it and recommend the chemicals needed to bring your pool water back into balance.
If your water is still cloudy, it may be due to particles that are too small to be captured by the filter. A pool clarifier will cause the particles to clump together so the filter can remove them from the water.
If all this sounds like a hassle, consider using a reputable local pool service. A good pool service can quickly take care of all your cloudy pool water issues.
