A green pool happens fast in Florida — a broken pump, a long vacation, or a stretch of summer thunderstorms can turn a clear pool into a swamp in 72 hours. The good news: almost any green pool can be brought back without draining, and we do it routinely.
Sunny Clean Pool's green pool recovery service combines a deep manual clean, a custom chemical shock protocol, and aggressive filtration to clear even the worst cases. Most pools go from opaque green to swim-ready blue in 3 to 5 days.
If yours is dark green, black, or has algae growing on the walls, don't drain it — call us first. Draining a pool in Florida's high water table can lift the shell out of the ground, causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage.
What's Included
Phone & photo assessment
Text us photos of your pool and equipment — we'll give you an honest recovery timeline and a flat-rate estimate over the phone before we head out.
Heavy manual cleanup
We vacuum out debris and dead algae to waste, brush walls, and clean the waterline.
Custom shock protocol
The right chemicals in the right order — phosphate remover, algaecide, and a calculated chlorine shock for your water volume.
Filter clean or rebuild
Most green pools need a thorough filter clean midway through recovery. We handle it.
Daily monitoring
We return on day 2 and day 4 to retest, brush, and adjust as needed.
Final balance + plan forward
Once clear, we balance to long-term targets and recommend a service plan so it doesn't happen again.
How It Works
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Same/next-day quote
Text us a photo of the pool — we'll text back a flat recovery quote, usually within the hour.
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Recovery starts within 24-48 hours
We schedule the first visit fast — every day matters when algae is established.
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Crystal clear in 3-5 days
Most pools are swim-ready within a week. Severe cases (black algae, no filtration for weeks) may take longer; we tell you upfront.
Why It Matters
Green pools in Florida aren't just unsightly — they're a mosquito breeding ground and a serious safety hazard. You can't see the bottom, which means a child or pet falling in can disappear from view in seconds.
Quick recovery also protects your equipment. The longer chemistry stays out of balance, the more wear on plaster, the salt cell, gaskets, and the heater. Acting fast saves money.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a green pool cleanup cost?+
Most Orlando-area green pool recoveries fall between $350 and $650 depending on pool size, severity, and equipment condition. We provide a flat quote before we start — no surprises.
Should I drain my pool instead?+
Almost never. Florida's high water table can pop a drained pool out of the ground. We recover green pools full of water in 95% of cases.
How long until I can swim again?+
Typically 3 to 5 days from the first treatment. Severe black algae cases can take 7-10 days.
Do you guarantee results?+
Yes. If your pool isn't swim-ready within the timeline we quoted, we keep working at no extra charge.