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The Pool Guides
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Four of the most common pool problems – each with causes, quick fixes and a clear step-by-step solution.

The most common topics

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🟢 Green Water
Identify an algae bloom and get clear water back in 24–48 hours with rough cleaning, pH correction, shock chlorination and filtration.
🌫️ Cloudy Water
Spot the most common causes of cloudy pool water and get it clear again step by step – usually within 24 hours.
⚖️ pH Level
Target range 7.0–7.4, common causes of swings, and the correct dosing of pH-minus and pH-plus – including the role of alkalinity.
⚠️ Chlorine Too High
Target range, possible health risks, and three safe methods to bring an overdose back down without harming the water.

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More about pool care

❄️ Winterize your pool
Prepare your pool safely for winter: protect the water, pipes, filter, equipment and cover in the right order.
🧂 Salt calculator
Calculate how much pool salt you need for a target salinity, based on pool volume and current salt level.
🧮 Calculation methods
See how Pool Buddy calculates volume, dosage and water-care recommendations step by step.
FAQ on Pool Care
The most common questions on water values, dosing and safety – answered briefly.
Pool App Comparison
Sensor app, test-strip scanner or coach app? An honest category comparison.
Pool Buddy Premium
Seven-day forecasts for chlorine, pH, algae and limescale, plus chemical inventory management.

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