If your pool looks cloudy, don’t panic. Cloudiness is usually a circulation, filtration, or chemistry issue—and it’s fixable.
Common causes
- Low chlorine (sanitizer is getting used up)
- High pH (reduces chlorine effectiveness)
- Dirty filter (can’t capture fine particles)
- Poor circulation (pump, plumbing, or basket blockage)
Fast steps that often work
- Test water and correct pH/chlorine
- Run the pump longer to improve turnover
- Clean/inspect the filter
- Brush and vacuum
If cloudiness persists, you may need an equipment inspection. Request help.