Green algae in swimming pool — Larnaca, Larnaca
Green, slimy water and algae growth on pool walls or floor indicate that the sanitizer level has dropped too low, the filtration system isn't running enough hours, or the pH is out of range. Left untreated, algae can clog the filter, stain the plaster, and make the pool unsafe to swim in. A pool technician can test the water chemistry, perform a shock treatment, brush and vacuum the surfaces, clean or backwash the filter, and adjust the chemical balance to prevent recurrence.
Who to call
For this problem in Larnaca, call a: Zwembadtechnicus
Vind een Zwembadtechnicus in LarnacaSymptoms to look for
- Pool water turns green, cloudy, or has a slimy film on the surface
- Green or black patches growing on pool walls, steps, or floor
- Filter pressure gauge reading higher than normal (clogged filter)
- Strong chlorine smell yet low free-chlorine test result (chloramines, not free chlorine)
Spoeddienst in Larnaca
Emergency services in Larnaca respond within 30–90 minutes in the urban core, Finikoudes, and Mackenzie (faster near the city centre and airport corridor, slower in outlying villages). Callout rates run €40–€110 plus €25–€55/hour — broadly in line with Paphos and below Limassol. Russian-speaking contractor availability is growing with the post-2022 community but most dispatchers still operate in Greek and English first.