Many people love the idea of adding a hot tub to their home, but think they will be a lot of work and effort to maintain. With the proper care and a few smart tips, keeping your hot tub a refreshing oasis requires only a few minutes of preventative maintenance per day.

Keep The Water Moving

If you allow the water within the hot tub to remain still for a long period of time, you encourage bacteria growth, which makes cleanup more difficult. One of the easiest ways to keep your hot tub clean is to turn on the pumps at least once per day to keep the water circulating. To save power and time, hook your system up to an automatic timer.

Maintaining The Proper Levels Of Hot Tub Chemicals And Cleaners

Hot tub chemicals need to be kept in the proper balance to keep the water fresh and clean. If the hot tub chemicals are too high you may experience skin and eye irritation rather than a relaxing soak. A large part of maintaining proper chemical levels is purchasing high quality hot tub chemicals and learning how to use them properly.

It's a good idea to test the water quality about once per day. By using the correct type of strips and understanding how to read them properly, it's easy to know which types of chemicals to add for a perfect water pH. It's also recommended to add a shock treatment once per week, or twice if you use your hot tub more than four times each week.

Pay Attention To Hot Tub Filters

You'll need to check and replace any hot tub filters once or twice per month. Since the filter is out of sight, it can be easy to forget to check it regularly. However, keeping clean hot tub filters is one of the most important steps to keeping your water sparkling clean and your hot tub in pristine working order.

Replacing The Water

If you keep the proper chemical balance and replace your hot tub filters regularly, you should only need to replace your water every three months. When replacing the water, drain the water completely and wipe down the inside of the hot tub with a quality cleaner recommended by your hot tub supplies company. This is also the perfect opportunity to ensure that the surface of the spa is in good shape and the jets are free from debris and buildup. Between water replacements, you may find it helpful to wipe along the waterline in the tub to prevent buildup.

With the right hot tub chemicals and a little diligence, maintaining your hot tub isn't at all difficult or time consuming. With these few simple tips, maintenance requires only a few minutes per week so that you can spend more time relaxing in the hot tub instead of working on it!