After being displaced by Eaton fire for almost two months, endless calls to insurance, dealing with cleaners, etc., we are back to our home. Now it's time to clean the pool. The cleaning company drained the pool to collect debris and ashes from the bottom. Unfortunately, pebbletec surface doesn't look good after being neglected for so long. The walls have a distinct green hue coming from algae while the bottom looks grey due to exposure to ashes. Powerwash doesn't seem to work to fully restore the original color. The cleaners offered acid wash, but I am hesitant to go this route. Is this the only option I have or there may be something else less drastic?
Pool recovery after Eaton fire
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An acid wash is generally not recommended because it does shorten the life of the plaster. However, in your case, I can see why it was proposed as an option vs completely redoing the plaster. An alternative that should be tried first is a light pressure wash.
Also, once you fill the pool, the algae can be dealt with using chlorine.
Is the pipework on the equipment pad in good shape? Andy damage due to heat?
Also, once you fill the pool, the algae can be dealt with using chlorine.
Is the pipework on the equipment pad in good shape? Andy damage due to heat?
Thank you for your reply. Pipes seem to be ok, at least at first glance. Cleaners are doing chlorine and acid spot wash after powerwash. They will continue doing the same tomorrow. Hopefully, this will work. As you mentioned, further chlorination after refilling the pool may help too. Thank you for your advise!
We use a process called SLAM. Please read
SLAM Process
This will kill algae once the pool is finished with cleaning and refilled.
We can walk you through the process.
You will need your own test kit to do the process properly.