If your newly renovated spa, hot tub, or pool hasn’t been used in a while or has been used a lot, there’s a good chance it’s dirty.
But don’t worry, you don’t have to get a new one right away. You can make your hot tub or pool clean, safe, and fun again by following the right steps.
HotTubs Depot has put together a new, step-by-step guide for cleaning pools, spas, and hot tubs:
Cleaning Steps for Hot Tubs, Spas, and Pools
1. How to Clean a Spa Cover Properly
If your spa cover has been wet for a long time, it could be a breeding ground for bacteria.
If your cover is dirty or full of water, it can keep contaminating your spa water.
Take it off and clean it well before moving on to the next step.
2. Hot Tub and Pool Filter Cleaning Tips
In general, filters for hot tubs and pools last about a year. Replace it if it’s old.
Rinse it well and soak it overnight in a filter cleaner to get rid of any buildup if it is still in good shape.
3. How to Shock Your Hot Tub or Pool Water
Put a dichlor-based spa shock that works in a plastic bucket.
Add the dissolved shock to your spa or pool water after raising the water level by about an inch.
For about 30 minutes, turn on the jets all the way, then let the water out.
4. How to Refill and Balance Hot Tub Water
Put the clean filter back in that you took out before.
Add new water to the hot tub or pool, then add the right chemical balancers to get the pH and alkalinity levels just right.
5. How to Test and Maintain Chemical Balance
The chemicals need 12 hours or overnight to settle down.
Check the pH, alkalinity, and sanitiser levels with water test strips.
Use the charts that came with your test kit to look at the results.
Add your favourite sanitiser to the water to keep it clean if it is balanced and free of impurities.
Keeping Your Spa or Pool Clean and Healthy
It’s important to keep your hot tub or pool clean so you don’t have to go through this process again.
This is how:
1. Weekly Water Testing for Hot Tubs and Pools
At least once a week, check your water to make sure it is of the best quality.
Most hot tubs come with test strips that work with them.
Use these to check the levels of chemicals.
2. Weekly Shock Treatment for Spa Water
Shocking the water in your spa is important for killing bacteria and keeping the water clear.
One shock treatment a week is enough for spas that are used less than four times a week.
Think about getting two shock treatments a week if you need to use them more often.
3. Maintaining Proper Hot Tub Chemical Levels
After testing, change the chemicals as needed, usually bromine or chlorine, to keep the water in the right balance.
Your spa will work safely and well if you keep the chemicals at the right levels.
4. Improve Hot Tub Circulation for Clean Water
If water doesn’t move around, bacteria and viruses can grow.
Running your spa pump all day lowers the chance of contamination.
An automatic timer can help keep the circulation going without you having to do anything.
Your newly renovated spa, hot tub, or pool will always be safe, clean, and ready for you to relax in thanks to these new rules.
Regular maintenance not only keeps the water clean, but it also makes your spa equipment last longer.
