How to Clean Your Hot Tub in a Hurry

How to Clean Your Hot Tub in a Hurry

 

There’s nothing more inviting than the bubbling water of a pristine spa to soak your stress away after a long day. Fortunately, keeping a clean hot tub takes mere moments with the right hot tub maintenance routine.

Use this quick checklist to keep your spa sparkling and the water fresh:

Checklist for Regular Hot Tub Maintenance

  • Check chemical levels using test strips (1 minute)
  • Add chlorine or bromine as needed to sanitize (5 minutes)
  • Clean the filter (5 minutes)
  • Wipe down the pillows, control panel and skirt (5 minutes)
  • Wipe down your hot tub cover with a non-abrasive cleaner (2 minutes)

Total: 15 minutes

When you keep your hot tub clean with a regular maintenance routine, you’ll be ready to take a soak anytime. However, it’s also wise to do a deep clean, including fresh hot tub water, every few months. Think of it like your shower: You probably do a daily or weekly spritz and swipe to keep it relatively clean, but every few weeks you do a more thorough scrub.

Use this checklist to deep clean your hot tub every few months:

Checklist for Deep Cleaning Your Hot Tub

  • Power down the hot tub and drain the spa (15 minutes)
  • Wipe down the interior with a soft cloth and gentle cleaner (10 minutes)
    • What you use to clean the hot tub is important, as many regular household cleaners can harm your spa. An abrasive cleaner can scratch the interior, and regular soap or mild liquid dishwashing detergent will foam when the spa is refilled with water. A mixture of equal parts distilled white vinegar and water is a great choice for a natural Use a product made specifically for spa acrylic shells such as Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs All Purpose Cleaner; your local dealer should have everything you need.
  • Use the same cleaner to gently wipe down the pillows, control panel and skirt (5 minutes)
  • Wipe down your hot tub cover with a non-abrasive cleaner (2 minutes)
  • Clean the filter (2 minutes)
    • The easiest way to clean the filter is to spray it with your garden hose. You can even attach a filter flosser.

Total: 34 minutes

  • Refill the spa
    • Aim to fill it about two to three inches above the top of the filter, as the water level will rise as you enter the spa.

Total: 45 minutes

  • Power up your hot tub and set temperature to your optimum level (1 minute)
    • Fire up the jets and pumps and make sure they function properly.
  • Test water with test strip (1 minute)
  • Balance the water with the appropriate chemicals (5 minutes)
  • Return cover to hot tub (1 minute)

Total: 8 minutes

Ensure that every soak in your hot tub is super. With a commitment to cleanliness and an easy-to-follow checklist like the ones above, properly maintaining your hot tub can be easy.

A clean hot tub is a priority for every happy spa owner.