Need some help please.

[bds2000]

Hello all, so here's the story I hurt myself at work a few months ago and wasn't able to take care of my tank like I would usually be able to now I have a bit of a rehab project on my hands. I've noticed that the tank has grown reddish brown hairlike algae so I was wondering if you all could give me some cleanup advice

 

[AllSignsPointToFish]

Check your water. I'm sure you have plenty of phosphates and nitrates. You can start with water changes and some form of nutrient export. If you have a skimmer, you may want to consider beginning a carbon dosing regimen or starting a GFO reactor. It's not nearly the worst I've seen, and I bet with nutrient control you could get things back on track in a few weeks.

 

[bds2000]

Thanks it's a 100 gallon tank should I start wit a larger water change or just my normal amount?

 

[Zack K]

Looks like a lot of detritus. I would do a 50gal water change after you've blown the rocks off with a turkey baster or powerhead. The as stated above a BioPellet reactor OR gfo reactor. Should be good in no time