One of the best ways to relax and enjoy your home is to have a hot tub. But regular maintenance is the key to keeping your investment running well for years. In 2025, taking care of your hot tub will be easier than ever thanks to better materials and smarter technology. However, the basics will still be the same. Filters, covers, draining, winterization, and shell maintenance are the five most important things to pay attention to.
1. Taking Care of the Filter
Hot tub filters today are made to last longer, but they still need to be cleaned regularly. A good Jacuzzi filter usually works well for about a year. To make it last as long as possible:
- Change the filters every time you change the water. You can keep using your spa right away if you use a clean, dry backup filter.
- A dry filter helps kill germs that might be hiding in the wet environment.
- Use a filter cleaner to soak the filter overnight every three to four months and rinse it every two weeks.
Even with the newest long-lasting materials, filters slowly stop working as well. As time goes on, the fibers get bigger, which lets debris through and could block the pump, which can be expensive to replace. A simple way to avoid costly damage is to keep your filter rotation schedule up to date.
2. How to Take Care of Your Hot Tub Cover
Your hot tub cover is the first thing that keeps dirt, debris, and UV rays out. In 2025, there will be better UV-protectant sprays that work like sunscreen for your spa cover. They will keep it soft and stop it from cracking or fading.
Do these things to do your best:
- In the summer, use UV protectant once a month. The rest of the year, use it every three to four months.
- You shouldn’t walk on or put heavy things on the cover because this can break the foam core.
- Use a vinyl patch kit to fix any holes or tears right away. This will keep water from getting in and causing mildew to grow or a heavy, waterlogged cover.
A well-maintained cover not only looks newer, but it also keeps heat in, which makes your home more energy efficient.
3. Schedule for Draining
How often should you empty your hot tub? This depends on how often you use it and how good the water is.
In general:
- Every two to four months, empty and fill again.
- If a lot of people use the spa often, you should drain it more often.
Draining the water on a regular basis keeps it clean and stops scale and other debris from building up. Some hot tubs can even tell you when it’s time to refill thanks to today’s smart monitoring systems. This makes maintenance almost easy.
4. Getting Ready for Winter
Winterizing is still important for outdoor hot tubs, especially in cold places. If you don’t plan to use your hot tub in the winter, it’s best to empty it all the way so it doesn’t freeze and break.
Frozen water can break pipes, jets, and even the shell of the spa.
To get ready for winter:
- Take all the water out of the tub and the pipes.
- Wash and dry the shell.
- Keep the cover safe so that dirt can’t get in.
If you have an indoor Jacuzzi or plan to use your spa all year, modern insulation and freeze-protection modes can help keep the temperature stable without draining.
5. Taking Care of the Shell
You can see and feel the spa shell, so it’s important to keep it clean and smooth.
To keep scum lines, scale, and mineral deposits from forming:
- Use a cleaner that is safe for acrylic to clean the shell every 2 to 4 months.
- Use a protective gloss, like the new Thermo Gloss formulas, to seal the surface, fill in small scratches, and stop buildup.
- Use cloths that aren’t abrasive to keep the finish from getting dull.
A clean and well-sealed shell not only looks nice, but it also protects the surface from long-term damage.
Last Thoughts
Regular care pays off. These five steps — filters, covers, draining, winterization, and shell cleaning — will help your spa last longer and work better, no matter if you buy a traditional Jacuzzi or a modern soft hot tub.
Owning a hot tub in 2025 is easier, safer, and more fun than ever before thanks to new materials and eco-friendly cleaning products.
