Having a hot tub at your home can offer various benefits, including stress relief, improved sleep, pain relief, and more. Consequently, it's essential that you're knowledgeable about hot tub maintenance to increase your hot tub's lifespan, and who better to ask than jacuzzi dealers? Below we've covered five tasks recommended by our professionals to ensure a successful hot tub system.

Circulate the Water Daily

Even when you're not using the hot tub, you need to circulate the water daily. This circulation will ward off bacteria and prevent the water from becoming unbalanced. Your hot tub should run the water through its pump at least twice a day, according to Swim University. With this said, it's most optimal to be circulating the water through the filters for 15-20 minutes.

Consistently Clean Filters

A key element to any hot tub system is the filter. The filter is the part that removes all contaminants and bacteria from the water. With this said, clean the filter when it becomes overly dirty or damaged. Typical filters will need to be changed every one to two years, according to Hot Tub Owner HQ. You can prolong the lifespan of the hot tub filter by rinsing it off with water every two weeks.

Skim & Vacuum When Needed

Skimming will remove bugs, leaves, or other debris floating in the hot tub. Vacuuming will rid the hot tub of that slippery film, which is bound to grow under the water with time. Jacuzzi dealers can provide the necessary equipment to perform this maintenance task.

Analyze Water Temperatures

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a hot tub's water temperature shouldn't exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit. If you don't analyze your water temperatures, you risk experiencing scalding, burns, and hot tub rash. In addition to the health concerns, unanalyzed water temperatures can cause your hot tub to have faulty electrical and plumbing problems due to extreme conditions.

Test Alkaline & pH Levels

Both the alkaline and pH levels in a hot tub are essential for having balanced water. If these levels aren't balanced, then your jacuzzi system could get damaged jets, filters, and plumbing. Performing these tests weekly is easy with a simple purchase of a digital pH meter or test strips.

After reviewing this list for hot tub maintenance above, you can now understand the steps that go into a successful system. Contact our jacuzzi dealers at Above & Beyond Pools and Spas today if you have additional questions or need assistance with your maintenance today!