Jeff Campbell 
There are cases where you may not be living in a big house, but you’d still like to enjoy the soothing power of a hot tub. Perhaps you live in an apartment or condo with a nice balcony, and have wondered can a balcony hold a hot tub? The average balcony cannot hold a full-sized … Read more
As a new hot tub owner, one of the things you’ve got to stay on top of is ensuring that the hot tub is not only clean but safe. But sometimes there are dangers in the water we can’t see like bacteria. So, how do I get rid of bacteria in my hot tub? To … Read more
Many times I’ve wanted to get in my hot tub, checked the water and realized I needed to add chlorine, and then had to wait. So how long does it take for chlorine to dissipate in a hot tub? After adding liquid or powdered chlorine sanitizer, wait at least 30 minutes for it to dissipate … Read more
Chlorine is used in hot tubs all the time, and some people know it breaks down quickly in hot water. So, how often should you put chlorine in a hot tub? Plan to add chlorine sanitizer to a hot tub every 2-3 days and chlorine-based shock approximately every 7 days. But the size of the … Read more
Many times, hot tub owners put their hot tubs outside. However, for those with a huge luxury house or a screened-in porch, it’s not uncommon to ask, is it OK to put a hot tub indoors? A hot tub can be placed indoors as long as the room has adequate ventilation, humidity control, and access … Read more
A hot tub is a true luxury. And while we all know it’s important to add chemicals to keep it clean, it’s also important to change the water periodically. So, you’ve probably wondered, how often should I empty my hot tub? As a general rule, a hot tub should be emptied, cleaned, and refilled every … Read more
It seems like a no-brainer that the water in a hot tub will eventually get dirty, cloudy, or nasty. But if you’re new to owning one, you’re probably wondering, how often should you change the water in a hot tub? You should change the water in your hot tub every 3-4 months. However, some hot … Read more
I know using chlorine in your hot tub can be expensive, and bromine even more so, which made me wonder, can you use bleach in a hot tub instead of chlorine? You can use 1/8 cup liquid bleach for a weekly hot tub shock. However, it is unwise to use it as a regular sanitizer … Read more
Have you noticed an increase in the amount of chlorine you have to add to your tub? You keep adding more, but it’s still not registering where it should on the test strip? If so, you’re probably wondering why does my hot tub use so much chlorine? Chlorine breaks down in sunlight and heat faster than … Read more
Using the right chemicals is crucial to have a safe, clean, and good smelling hot tub. But since some people react strongly to chlorine, you’ve probably wondered how long will a hot tub last without chemicals? On average, a hot tub will last about a month without sanitizer before the water becomes unsafe to soak … Read more