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Rental Guests And Chemicals Don’t Mix
Short-term rental owners should not leave hot tub chemicals for guests to use because proper water treatment requires knowledge and accurate testing (when necessary). Most guests are unfamiliar with adding sanitizer and balancing pH and alkalinity. Additionally,...
Why is my hot tub cover so damn heavy?!
I don’t know how many years I’ve been saying this: “The worst thing you can do with a hot tub cover, is put it on a hot tub!” It’s true. Almost all portable hot tubs are outside. Whether you have a Hot Springs, Sundance, Jacuzzi, Aquarest, Softub….it doesn’t matter....
Should I leave my hot tub empty?
The short answer is no, but is it harmful? Possibly. Every time I hear about this when I was starting out, everyone had the same thing to say. “If you leave your hot tub empty, it will dry out the seals and gaskets.” That’s true. If you leave a hot tub empty for a...
Do I need to drain and clean my hot tub every 3 months?
Yes, you really do. First and foremost, picture your hot tub like an appliance. If you maintain it properly, it will last much, much longer. Then, think of the old adage “water is destructive, just look at the Grand Canyon!” That’s very true. Over time, water is going...
Hot Tub Control System Replacement
There are lots of different types of hot tub control systems, but if you have the right guidance, most of them are pretty straightforward to replace. First and foremost, SpaDepot.com is the authority when it comes to providing replacement parts for your hot tub, along...
Should I use a saltwater sanitizer in my hot tub?
First, thanks for the image AI. HA! Here’s the short answer: No. I don’t think you should. What Do I Know? I should start out by saying this is my opinion. My opinion is based on over 25 years of experience in the hot tub industry. I worked at the largest internet hot...
How Hot Should a Hot Tub Be?
This is a great question, and believe me, you’re not the only one to ask it. Hot tub users have been asking this question since using a hot tub has been a thing. “At what temperature should I keep my hot tub?” “Is it better to lower the temperature after each use, or...
Should You Cover Your Hot Tub Cover?
Should you cover your hot tub? The answer is a resounding YES!! The reason is because your hot tub cover will last years and years longer than if it is completely exposed to the elements. After cleaning thousands of hot tubs, what we’ve seen 100% of the time is the...
Quarterly Maintenance: Why It’s Important
It is important to completely drain and clean your hot tub every 3 months. The first and foremost reason is because you want your hot tub and all of its components to last as long as possible. Water can be destructive; it’s like you’ve always heard – “just look at the...
Balboa Hot Tub Codes
The most common spa pack, or control system in the hot tub industry is Balboa. Balboa systems are equipped with sensors to make sure there is water flowing through the heater, before the system turns the heater on. This is a safety feature to ensure that the heater...