Basic Hot Tub Care

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Preventing Waterlogging and Heat Loss in Cold Winters: Technical Solutions for Insulation, Vapour Barriers, and Seal Performance in Sub-Zero Conditions

When temperatures plummet and snow blankets the landscape, insulation failures and heat loss can cause more than just discomfort—they may […]

How to properly drain your hot tub?

First decide if you want to clean your spas internal plumbing lines. It should be done at least once a […]

Why is my hot tub water higher than where I set my temperature?

The three primary causes for this are your outside temperature and/or the internal temperature within the spa cabinet is higher […]

Can I raise the water temperature above 104 degrees?

No, to maintain safety all hot tub equipment manufacturers are required to provide spa pacs that do not allow the […]

Do Mineral Sticks actually work and are they all the same?

Yes, Mineral Sticks very much benefit the water chemistry of a spa along with protecting the spa components. This is […]

Why has my jet pressure less powerful than before?

The 2 primary causes of jet pressure diminishing on a spa is a dirty filter cartridge or an air lock […]

Why is my old spa taking longer to heat up?

Traditional Incoloy heating elements on spas over time become coated with calcium deposits that diminish the effectiveness of the heater […]

Where is best place to store spa chemicals?

Hot Tub chemicals should be kept in dry storage and a temperature range above freezing. But since chemicals are very […]

How to keep your water clean and healthy?

To keep your water clean and healthy the best thing to do is test it regularly. These are my favorite […]

How do I clean the internal plumbing on my spa or my whirlpool bathtub?

Before draining your spa remove all filter cartridges and pour in a pint of HT Jet Line Cleaner for hot […]

How often should I test my water?

Since the water in every state and in every neighbourhood is different, a new spa or an old spa in […]

What is the estimated life of an average hot tub and how do I extend it?

I quality hot tub purchased from a legitimate registered dealer, not one you buy online or from a friend, should […]

Do Most Spa Chemical Products have a shelf life?

Most chemicals do not have a shelf life as long as they are kept in dry storage and a temperature […]

How do I prevent scaling?

For spas up to 500 gallons add 16oz of HT Stain & Scale each time you fill your spa and […]

What are the causes of Scaling?

The four most common causes of scaling are a very high level of Calcium, pH, or alkalinity, along with an […]

How much maintenance do hot tubs require?

Properly caring for your hot tub is quite easy and not very time consuming. When you fill your hot tub, […]

How to Properly Start Up a Hot Tub?

First, make certain the power is off at your breaker, and then check to make sure the interior of your […]

How Often Should I Change My Water?

The common answer voiced by all is every 3 to 4 months. But it actually depends on 2 factors: First […]

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