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As a result on a long trip in July my pool is a sea of algae that chlorine or algaecide won’t kill. I don’t want to drain the pool for winter due to potential damage issues. Will cold water permanent eliminate the algae? If not what should I do?
Try not to close your pool green. Algae growth stops at temperatures around 40° F, but some algae will survive and resurface weeks before the pool is opened. As leaves and debris and any organic matter in the pool decays over the winter it can leave an unsightly stain in your pool. If you plan to shut down for the season, I’d do the following: