From changing modes, to running your hot tub efficiently, to understanding all the nuances of how hot tub works, I cover all the tips you need to keep your hot tub running smoothly.
Hot tubs are a great way to relax after a long day. That’s why so many spas and resorts use hot tubs at their facilities. But lots of people who are looking to enhance their relaxation have wondered can you use bath salts in a hot tub? As a general rule, Bath salts are not … Read more
Most hot tub owners don’t use their hot tubs every day. I sure don’t and I love mine! So it’s natural to wonder should a hot tub be left on all the time? In most cases, yes; you should leave your hot tub on 24/7. Frequently turning it off and on, or frequently lowering and … Read more
Everyone loves a hot tub. But what if your hot tub isn’t hot enough to your liking? Or maybe you’re refilling it and want to speed up the heating? Can you fill a hot tub with hot water? Avoid filling a hot tub with hot water. Most home water heaters are set between 120° & … Read more
Changing the temperature on a hot tub has changed a lot over the years. But for those with older-style hot tubs, it’s not uncommon to wonder how does a hot tub thermostat work? Modern hot tubs have an LCD panel with buttons, connected to the controller, to raise or lower the temperature. The controller has … Read more
When shopping around for your first hot tub, it’s easy to become overwhelmed at some of the prices you’ll see. That leads you to wonder why are hot tubs so expensive? A new hot tub can be as much as 100% markup, meaning the dealer doubled their cost on it. High-tech advances such as Bluetooth … Read more
In the summer it can get too hot to soak in your hot tub. Other times, it’s just nice to have a cold soak. So many hot tub owners have wondered can you use a hot tub without heat. You can use a hot tub without heat, but do not cut power to the hot … Read more
Hot tubs are fun to enjoy throughout the year, but they can get damaged when temperatures dip well below freezing. So I’ve wondered if I should winterize a hot tub and how to winterize a hot tub. To winterize a hot tub: Cut the power to the hot tub at the disconnect box Fully drain … Read more
New hot tub owners or those who have just changed the water often have 1 common question: How long does it take to heat a hot tub? On average, most hot tubs will take about 4 hours to reach 100 degrees. But it can take up to 8 hours for hot tubs to reach the … Read more
Hot tubs are great. However, it takes a while to fill them when you change the water. So I used to wonder, how long does it take to fill a hot tub? The average 300 to 400-gallon hot tub will take around 90 minutes to 120 minutes to fill. But getting a garden hose with … Read more
Everyone loves hot tubs, but before you buy one, make sure you ask how much electricity does a hot tub use per month? Here’s what I’ve learned in owning 4 of them: For most newer hot tubs built in the past decade or so, they aren’t likely to increase your electric bill by more than … Read more