The Pool Guy Podcast Show
The Pool Guy Podcast Show
David Van Brunt
How to Actually Find the Source of Algae in Your Pool
17 minutes Posted Jun 29, 2026 at 4:00 am.
Why Algae Starts In Some Pools
Pollen, Wind, Shade, And Dead Spots
Filters And Runtime That Prevent Blooms
The 7.5% Chlorine To CYA Rule
Phosphates, Borates, And Mineral Systems
Brushing Strategy And Route Game Plan
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Algae can make you feel like you’re losing your mind: you raise chlorine, the pool looks better, and then the green haze or mustard dust is back next week. We’re breaking that loop by doing something most pool care advice skips, identifying the real source of algae in a swimming pool, not just treating the symptoms. Some pools are simply under heavier “environmental pressure” from pollen, wind, and nearby trees, while others grow algae because of shade, poor circulation, and those stubborn de...