Jeff Campbell 
So, you just ordered your first hot tub, or maybe yours is just not very energy efficient, and now you’re wondering, “do I need a hot tub insulation pad?” As a general rule, an insulated pad for a hot tub is not necessary except for inflatable hot tubs. However, hot tubs being placed on decks … Read more
So, you’ve got the alkalinity and the pH right, about to add the chlorine, and now you’re thinking, “does chlorine raise pH in a hot tub?” At normal levels, adding chlorine will not affect the pH of the water in a hot tub. However, adding too much chlorine can reduce the pH. So always add … Read more
If you’re trying to get the pH level correct in your hot tub and it’s too low, you’re naturally wondering “how much pH increaser should I add to my hot tub?” As a rule, to raise the pH by 0.1 to 0.2 ppm, add 0.16 ounces of pH increaser for every 100 gallons of water, … Read more
Soft water is the opposite of hard water, which means you have less calcium in the water, whereas hard water has a lot of calcium. But is soft water bad for hot tubs? Soft water in a hot tub is bad and can lead to corrosion of the plumbing and equipment. But it can also … Read more
I love a long soak in our hot tub. But sometimes it’s easy to lose track of time, so I’ve wondered how long is it safe to stay in a hot tub? As a general rule, the maximum safe amount of time to soak in a hot tub will be 15 minutes in 104° F … Read more
The cost of chemicals is a large part of the price of owning a hot tub. So many owners look for cheaper alternatives, some asking, “can I put baking soda in my hot tub?” Regular household baking soda can be used in a hot tub to raise both alkalinity and pH. However, due to its … Read more
I love my hot tub. But there are times such as winter or vacation where it might make sense to shut it down. In those cases, it’s natural to wonder can you leave your hot tub empty? As a general rule, it is not ideal to drain a hot tub and leave it empty. For … Read more
You don’t need to be a chemist to own a hot tub, but for your own safety and those soaking in your hot tub, knowing what chemicals to use and how to maintain it is crucial. Biofilm is one thing to be aware of, but what causes hot tub biofilm? Biofilm in a hot tub … Read more
Throughout the years of owning a hot tub, you will run into issues. Big hot tub leaks are rare but pretty obvious. But sometimes hot tub owners just notice the water level dropping. If that’s the case, it’s natural to ask how can I tell if my hot tub is leaking? Hot tubs do lose … Read more
Hot tubs don’t require a lot of maintenance. However, not cleaning and replacing your filter(s) is asking for trouble with your hot tub. Cleaning is one thing, but how long does a hot tub filter last? As a general rule, hot tub filters last at least 1 year and up to 2 years. That range … Read more