Miami's summer heat creates near-perfect conditions for pool algae growth. Water temperatures regularly climb above 85 degrees Fahrenheit, UV rays rapidly deplete chlorine, and afternoon thunderstorms wash phosphates and organic material into your pool.
The five most effective algae prevention practices for Miami pools are: maintaining a chlorine level between 2 and 4 ppm at all times, keeping stabilizer between 30 and 50 ppm, running your pool pump a minimum of 8 hours per day during summer, brushing pool walls and steps weekly, and testing chemistry within 24 hours after heavy rain.
If you find yourself treating algae regularly despite following these steps, the issue is often a stabilizer level that is too low for Miami conditions. ClingPool's technicians can assess your pool's specific chemistry and circulation pattern to identify why algae keeps returning.