The Best Way to Prevent Algae

The Unsung Hero: Why We Brush Your Pool Walls Weekly Many pool owners believe that vacuuming and chemical balancing are enough, but weekly wall brushing is a non-negotiable step in professional maintenance, particularly in Abilene. The reason is simple: it disrupts the microscopic world of algae spores and mineral deposits. Algae spores will settle on pool walls, steps, and corners—especially in plaster and grout lines—and begin to colonize. If you don't physically dislodge them, they develop into large, resistant blooms (green or black spots). Similarly, calcium minerals from hard water will deposit on the tile line and steps. Weekly brushing performs two vital functions: 1) It dislodges algae spores and pushes them into the water column, where the active chlorine can easily kill them, and 2) It prevents hard water scale from hardening on the tile and plaster. Our technicians use the correct type of brush for your pool surface (steel bristles for plaster, nylon for vinyl/fiberglass) and meticulously scrub all areas, including behind ladders and in tight corners. This consistent physical labor is the most cost-effective way to prevent major chemical or cleaning emergencies.