Springtails in Pool

[Delta757]

Installed 17,000 gallon inground pool two weeks ago (SWG) and had sod laid about a week ago.

I now have a huge springtail problem in the pool, I have tried the following

1. Shocked pool ( like up to radiation levels)

2. Used diluted mild diswashing soap spray, which seems to work okay, but not a long term effective solution

I am looking for something that will chemically or biologically send these pests to see their maker,


Thanks for your ideas etc

p.s I ruled out napalm and agent orange as this might upset the neighbors

 

[waste]

Delta, welcome to TFP!!

One quick clarifying question -- what's a 'springtail'??

 

[Delta757]

Good Question,

Its a little black/brown bug that looks like a flea, but doesnt bite.

 

[Hotrod30]

I think he means these.

 

[257WbyMag]

Adding borates to the pool might help. Aside from that, you're probably going to need to treat your yard with something like diazinon.