The ultimate guide to maintaining your hot tub. From regular maintenance tips to extending the life of your hot tub and cover.
Hot tubs, unfortunately, will almost always develop leak issues over time. And most hot tub owners are unfamiliar with fixing them. So let’s look at the complete DIY troubleshooting guide for hot tub leak repair. Most hot tub leaks will be from worn-out rubber gaskets in the union fittings on either side of the heater … Read more
If your hot tub isn’t working or the water just isn’t getting hot, you’ve probably already asked yourself, “is there a reset button on a hot tub?” Most hot tubs are fitted with a reset button in the event of overheating or a power surge. The button is typically located on the side of the … Read more
Most hot tub owners know they have to add chlorine or other types of sanitizers to the water. But when you do and want to check the water again before you get in, how long after adding chlorine to your hot tub can you test? After adding chlorine sanitizer to a hot tub, wait for … 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
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
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
So, you’re looking forward to a good soak in your hot tub, but you notice a discoloration of the water or a bad smell. This can be a sign of biofilm build-up in your plumbing. But can you get rid of biofilm without draining a hot tub? It is possible to get rid of biofilm … Read more