The ultimate guide to maintaining your hot tub. From regular maintenance tips to extending the life of your hot tub and cover.
There’s nothing quite as relaxing as soaking in a hot tub and letting the warm water circulate around you. But sometimes, when we open the lid, we see a lot of foam. So why do hot tubs foam? Hot tubs can create foam due to an excess of body oils, lotions, body care products, or … Read more
Some people with hot tubs live in places that get really cold in winter. Those people take precautions with their indoor plumbing, but is that necessary with a hot tub? Will a hot tub freeze overnight? A hot tub will not freeze overnight as long as the hot tub has power to keep the water … 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
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