Pool has stains or discolored areas
Stains have many causes: metals, organic debris, water balance or the surface itself. The surface material decides what's safe to do.
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Plaster, pebble, tile and vinyl react differently to treatments. Treating the wrong stain the wrong way can damage the surface.
What you might notice
- Brown, green or rust-colored spots
- Discoloration near fittings or steps
- Stains under where leaves sat
- Overall surface discoloration
Possible causes
Appearance alone doesn't identify the cause. These are the usual possibilities a pro checks:
Organic stains
Leaves and debris left on the surface.
Metal stains
Metals in water or from corroding fittings.
Water balance
Long-term imbalance affects surfaces.
Surface aging
Wear and etching in older finishes.
What you can safely do
- Take photos and note when the stain appeared
- Don't use acid, abrasive tools or pressure washers on an unknown surface
- Tell us the pool surface type if you know it
How a Uniform pool pro assesses it
We look at the stain, the surface type and recent water history, and recommend next steps. Surface restoration and acid washing are referred to a qualified surface specialist.
What we do, and what we refer
| Situation | Next step |
|---|---|
| Organic stains from debris | Addressed through regular cleaning |
| Metal or surface stains | Referral to a qualified surface specialist |
You get a written quote before any work outside your plan. See the pool service cost guide.
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Other pool problems: green pool & algae, cloudy or milky water, chlorine smell or eye irritation, pool losing water, weak circulation, dirty filter or rising pressure, saltwater pool low on chlorine, calcium scale on tile, pool dirty after a storm.
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove stains?
Some, through routine care. Others need a surface specialist. We'll tell you which.
Should I acid wash?
Not without a qualified assessment of the surface.
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