Need help balancing the water in your hot tub? From hot tub sanitizer, shock, or balancing pH and alkalinity, I cover it all!
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
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
Shocking a hot tub weekly is a necessity to keep the water correctly balanced. But sometimes it’s not clear when we’re supposed to shock it, so you may have wondered should I shock my hot tub after refilling? Here’s what I know, having owned 4 hot tubs: A hot tub should not be shocked after … Read more
People with sensitive skin often look for alternatives to chlorine or bromine for their hot tub. However, sometimes they just decide not to add anything. But is it bad to use a hot tub without chemicals? It is bad to use a hot tub without chemicals because it can easily become a breeding ground for … Read more
If you own a hot tub, you know about sanitizing the water. But sometimes, between sanitizer and shock, we can overdo it and add too much. So can too much chlorine in a hot tub hurt you? Too much chlorine can cause burning eyes, skin rashes and lead to difficulty breathing. And extremely high levels … Read more