How can I get the most out of my new hot tub?

• <div><p>It’s easy to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/11-tips-keeping-your-hot-tub-clean-and-guests-happy.htm">keep your hot tub clean</a> and safe for all to enjoy by following a few simple tips:</p><ul><li><p>Make sure anyone who uses the hot tub rinses themselves and their swimsuits off, perhaps in an outdoor shower near the hot tub. </p></li><li><p>Don’t add anything to your hot tub’s water. Bath oils and bubble bath liquids might seem like a fun addition to your hot tub experience, but these substances will turn the water in your tub foamy and its surfaces hard to clean. </p></li><li><p>Restrict eating in the tub to light snacks that you can easily clean out if there’s any spillage. Crumbs from crackers and chips can be difficult to pick up. </p></li><li><p>Make it a no-pet zone. Pet fur and dander can pose a cleaning issue, but it’s also not a great idea for your pet’s health and safety. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How can I get the most out of my new hot tub?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s easy to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/11-tips-keeping-your-hot-tub-clean-and-guests-happy.htm">keep your hot tub clean</a> and safe for all to enjoy by following a few simple tips:</p><ul><li><p>Make sure anyone who uses the hot tub rinses themselves and their swimsuits off, perhaps in an outdoor shower near the hot tub. </p></li><li><p>Don&rsquo;t add anything to your hot tub&rsquo;s water. Bath oils and bubble bath liquids might seem like a fun addition to your hot tub experience, but these substances will turn the water in your tub foamy and its surfaces hard to clean. </p></li><li><p>Restrict eating in the tub to light snacks that you can easily clean out if there&rsquo;s any spillage. Crumbs from crackers and chips can be difficult to pick up. </p></li><li><p>Make it a no-pet zone. Pet fur and dander can pose a cleaning issue, but it&rsquo;s also not a great idea for your pet&rsquo;s health and safety. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What temp should I leave my hot tub on when not in use?

• <div><p>The general rule of thumb is to lower it by about five degrees when you know you&rsquo;re not using your hot tub for an extended period of time. With only a slight decrease in temperature, it will be easier to increase it to a desirable level when you&rsquo;re ready to get back in the water instead of starting from scratch.</p></div>

Q: Are hot tubs expensive to maintain?

• <div><p>Most newer hot tubs are not expensive to maintain. Hot tub maintenance costs about <b>$500 to $1,000</b> per year. You can DIY, but a pro can clean and treat your hot tub with chemicals and save you time. The biggest hot tub expenses are heating and repairs, but you can preserve your investment with regular maintenance.</p></div>

Q: Do you need antifreeze to winterize a hot tub?

• <div><p>When your hot tub is completely dry, there is typically no need to introduce antifreeze into the plumbing. However, if you desire an extra layer of protection against potential freeze damage, you can consider adding some RV antifreeze to your hot tub lines. Just ensure that you use RV antifreeze specifically, as automotive antifreeze is highly toxic and should be avoided.</p></div>

Q: How long should a heater last in a hot tub?

• <div><p>Hot tub heaters typically last seven to 10 years, though some might only last five years if not properly maintained. You can maximize your hot tub heater&rsquo;s lifespan by ensuring the water&rsquo;s pH level is properly balanced. </p></div>

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Prompt and friendly service. Excellent customer service, knowledgeable and honest. Was able to quickly locate and take care of our pipe leak. Explained cause of leak due to our well water. Will use them again for any plumbing issues, reasonable pricing .
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Reviewed in July 2024
Showed up to install a new water heater same day. I was very happy with my experience. Tim was able to answer all my questions and the project was done very quickly. Excellent service very knowledgeable and professional. I completely recommend Grundy Plumbing.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Alenco of Fenton signed a contract for $13,987 to do a tub to shower conversion. When the project was finished, we saw that the niche storage unit that we selected had not been installed. The workmen said that this had to be a mistake by the warehouse personnel who did not include that in our...
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Reviewed in October 2023
I highly recommend this business. I was completely impressed with their professionalism and customer service.
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Reviewed in October 2017
THE SERVICE PERSON WAS GREAT! BUT IT STOPPED THERE. PARTS WERE ORDERED AND WE GAVE THEM 50% CHECK DOWN. MONTH WENT BYE NO WORD ON PARTS. WIFE CALLED AND GOT NO HELP. FINALLY AFTER 3 MONTHS OF CALLS SHE ASKED FOR THE MANAGER SO WE COULD GET A REFUND AND WE COULD LOOK ELSEWHERE FOR A NEW SERVICE....
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I already had one company look the problem over and they said it would cost over a thousand and probabaly only last a year. Then,company x charged me $83.00 for that lookover. This is when I decided to use Angies list and the first company I saw that had the most reviews that were all very...
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Reviewed in June 2012
We really like them. We are on a regular monthly service with them. Whenever we have a problem, they are out right away. The people they send out are very professional and they are always on the time that they say. They know where their traps are and they just take care of us. We are very...
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Reviewed in May 2011
I was very pleased with their work. It was great service.
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