Recent content by abarlow

Ok that makes sense. Good to know about peroxide! Learned something new! Thank you!

In that case we do not.

After posting this I read more forums and I agree. I did jump the gun. However, I’m a bit confused. In order to pass slam there must be zero algae dead or alive. Well, if I pass that how would I know if I have MA and if I should follow protocol for it? Water is super clear which adds to the...

After thinking on it, the photo of the filter sock, I think it’s cotton. We don’t personally have the trees but there are a lot in our area. With that said, I suppose we do have debris but that would be it. No clue how to get around that because you can’t see it once it hits the water. Or maybe...

20 shock, 29 mustard shock. That’s what the TFP calculator told me. Is this accurate?

No debris from trees. I’ve scrubbed everywhere!! Around the skimmer, output, the entire walls and floor. That’s why I’m so frustrated. It has to be SOMEWHERE. The only thing I can think of is in the water lines (which are buried). Is that even possible? I wouldn’t even know where to begin.

Hi mknauss! Yes and fail every time by 3-4ppm. I thought so too but our dogs are short hair and no one has been in the pool. It just keeps showing up and it slimy. The photo was after it dried.

5/28 UPDATE WE PASSED OCLT!!!! WOOHOO!!! Thank you so so much for the responses!! One last question: If we see algae start to come back, can I go to MA level? Or do we need to repeat SLAM first? For the love of all that is holy I hope all you knowledgeable humans can help this newbie figure...