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Q: How often should you put chlorine in your hot tub?

• <div><p>You should put chlorine in your hot tub on a regular basis. To keep bacteria away, keep the chlorine level in your hot tub at between 3-5 mg/l, which may mean you need to add chlorine daily or at least every two to three days. Don&rsquo;t add chlorine to your hot tub water more than once per day.</p></div>

Q: What should you not put in a jetted tub?

• <div><p>Using bubble bath, bath oils, bath salts, or moisturizing products that contain butters or oils can damage your jetted tub. Because of the water pump and jet mechanism, you need to be more selective with products for a jetted tub than you would for a traditional bathtub in order to keep it functioning properly and avoid expensive repairs. These products also leave residue that can feed mildew and mold, so it&rsquo;s best to avoid them.</p></div>

Q: What are the most common problems with hot tubs?

• <div><p>Most hot tubs will experience leaks due to wear and tear in the plumbing or the shell itself. The second most common issue is a heater malfunction due to the ongoing heat stress on moving parts. Finally, clogs happen in hot tub jets, especially when it&rsquo;s time to change the filter. </p></div>

Q: Can I raise the alkalinity in my hot tub?

• <div><p>Yes. If you test the water and the alkalinity is too low, you can raise it by adding an alkalinity increaser, which likely came with your hot tub&rsquo;s chemical kit. In a pinch, you can use baking soda to raise the hot tub&rsquo;s alkalinity. Raising the alkalinity will prevent the hot tub water from becoming too acidic.</p></div>

Q: How do I prevent problems with my hot tub?

• <div><p>Properly maintaining your hot tub will <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/your-hot-tub-what-could-go-wrong.htm">prevent serious issues</a> from occurring down the road. You should replace the filter once a year, regularly look for and repair small cracks in the shell, and test the water quality every few months. You can do this yourself for less than $100 per year.</p><p>You can also hire a hot tub service to service your hot tub annually to identify problems early, which could save you money in the long run. They cost about $100 to $200 per call. </p></div>

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Last update on January 22, 2026

Reviewed in July 2025
Michsel was very good , very friendky and knowledgeable would recommend him and the company to family and friends. Also very reasonable and affordable.
Artisan Well & Pump LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
Patrick and his crew did a fantastic job! He worked with us to accommodate our timeline, and communicated daily to keep us informed about the process. We were extremely pleased with the clean up and overall outcome. We would definitely refer this company to anyone!
MOLD REMOVAL & SOLUTIONS LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Very fast and easy service. Great experience all around and fairly priced!
Day 1 Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in May 2024
I was very satisfied with the quality of their work. They arrived promptly and were very friendly and professional. I definitely would recommend them and will call them again.
Drip N' Dry
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Reviewed in October 2021
I was called back by the owner very quickly and they did a great job and finished pretty fast. I highly recommend Aurora Roofing for their quickness, customer service and they finished in a timely matter. GREAT COMPANY.
Aurora Roofing Company, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2021
This pro responded to request for services in a timely manner and completed the job quickly and with professionalism.
J & A Carpet Services
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Reviewed in July 2021
CCS movers were on time and courteous. Moved all items out quickly and disassembled and wrapped the furniture for a cross-country move. The customer service agents answer calls promptly. I highly recommend their services.
Metro Moving LLC
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RELIABLE POOLS, INC.

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RELIABLE POOLS, INC.

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6 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Reliable Pools, INC. is a pool installation company in Bloomington-Normal. We are pool contractors offering installation, design, and maintenance services. We Look Forward To Offering You Incomparable Pool Installation And Concrete Craftsmanship From Start To Finish. We stand behind them with a Lifetime structural warranty and lifetime structural osmosis warranty. Plus we offer a 10 year Gelcoat warranty. Woman owned and operated. We work with customers in Bloomington, Normal, Peoria, Springfield, Champaign, and many cities in between. If you're looking for a reliable pool installation company in BloNo, contact us today for a FREE pool design and installation consultation.

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

GIRARD ELECTRIC INC

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GIRARD ELECTRIC INC

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Family owned business for 1935 years. 7 qualified electricians. 4 office personal. Billing Net 30 days or we can offer a payment plan for qualified customers. Please see our other website girardelectricservice.com.

Mels Hot Tub Services

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Mels Hot Tub Services

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Additional contact name - Ryan Latko. Additional e-mail - [email protected]. Award winning.

Kayak Pools Midwest

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Kayak Pools Midwest

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Customers say: Quality work

32 years of experience

Kayak Pools Midwest is your one-stop-shop for home recreation! We will design, customize, and install the pool of your dreams. We offer a free virtual consultation process and special discounts to help you achieve a backyard vacation that you and your family can enjoy for years to come! Ask us about our Demo Homesite program to see if you qualify to save thousands on your new pool! Contact us directly today to schedule your free consultation by calling 800.31.KAYAK option 1 or visit our website https://kayakpoolsmidwest.com/.

"Love this pool, it has been an absolute dream. Thankful we are getting to enjoy it this summer."

john h on July 2025

"Love this pool, it has been an absolute dream. Thankful we are getting to enjoy it this summer."

john h on July 2025

Heavenly Heat Saunas

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Heavenly Heat Saunas

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Customers say: Super punctual

39 years of experience

Heavenly Heat Infrared Saunas are made for the chemically sensitive. That means that our infrared saunas create an ideal, safe, and effective detoxification environment for anyone seeking to eliminate toxic substances from their body.

"I purchased a Heavenly Heat Sauna a few weeks ago . What I liked is you don?t smell any glues . I also liked its easy ( two man ) assembly. What I don?t like , in order to avoid using glues, they use pins or very thin nails. Some pins were missing and some were not beneath the surface. For the rough edges you?re provided with a small piece of sandpaper . Bot at a cost of over 5k you don?t expect to do sanding. My biggest complaint is that it takes almost an hour to get the sauna to 150 degrees. Definitely not worth the price. "

guy a on December 2025

"I purchased a Heavenly Heat Sauna a few weeks ago . What I liked is you don?t smell any glues . I also liked its easy ( two man ) assembly. What I don?t like , in order to avoid using glues, they use pins or very thin nails. Some pins were missing and some were not beneath the surface. For the rough edges you?re provided with a small piece of sandpaper . Bot at a cost of over 5k you don?t expect to do sanding. My biggest complaint is that it takes almost an hour to get the sauna to 150 degrees. Definitely not worth the price. "

guy a on December 2025

Barrier Reef Pools, LLC

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Barrier Reef Pools, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Our one piece in-ground fiberglass swimming pools are constructed using only the most proven gel coats and vinyl ester resins available. This, combined with an average thickness that is greater than industry standards, allows us to produce what we believe is one of the strongest and most reliable in-ground fiberglass swimming pools on the market today. Our confidence in our fiberglass swimming pools is backed by our Lifetime Warranty, in addition to a 10 year non-prorated internal finish warranty.

Griffin Electric Inc

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Griffin Electric Inc

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Customers say: Quick response

87 years of experience

We offer financing through FTL Finance for large projects such as new Furnace, Air Conditioning and Boiler Systems.

"Woke up w/o heat on a frigid January morning. After failing to get the furnace back on, we called Griffin. The owner took the call and arrived within 30 minutes. He diagnosed the problem, ran to town to get a new part, and had it installed and up-and-running in less than 2 hours, all w/o breaking the bank. He was friendly, professional, and honest."

Kurt J on January 2022

We offer financing through FTL Finance for large projects such as new Furnace, Air Conditioning and Boiler Systems.

"Woke up w/o heat on a frigid January morning. After failing to get the furnace back on, we called Griffin. The owner took the call and arrived within 30 minutes. He diagnosed the problem, ran to town to get a new part, and had it installed and up-and-running in less than 2 hours, all w/o breaking the bank. He was friendly, professional, and honest."

Kurt J on January 2022

American Tubs....

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American Tubs....

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Customers say: Terrific value

14 years of experience

American Tubs designs and manufactures a complete line of premium quality Walk-In Bathtubs that are ideal for people with Limited Mobility, Seniors, Disabled and people with pain, arthritis, stress and other debilitating conditions.

Gatto Electric, Inc

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Gatto Electric, Inc

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15 years of experience

Licensed, bonded and insured contractors, 24/7 emergency service, paperless billing, excellent customer service, professional technicians, custom electrical design planning, custom installations, custom remodeling.

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

You should put chlorine in your hot tub on a regular basis. To keep bacteria away, keep the chlorine level in your hot tub at between 3-5 mg/l, which may mean you need to add chlorine daily or at least every two to three days. Don’t add chlorine to your hot tub water more than once per day.

Using bubble bath, bath oils, bath salts, or moisturizing products that contain butters or oils can damage your jetted tub. Because of the water pump and jet mechanism, you need to be more selective with products for a jetted tub than you would for a traditional bathtub in order to keep it functioning properly and avoid expensive repairs. These products also leave residue that can feed mildew and mold, so it’s best to avoid them.

Most hot tubs will experience leaks due to wear and tear in the plumbing or the shell itself. The second most common issue is a heater malfunction due to the ongoing heat stress on moving parts. Finally, clogs happen in hot tub jets, especially when it’s time to change the filter.

Yes. If you test the water and the alkalinity is too low, you can raise it by adding an alkalinity increaser, which likely came with your hot tub’s chemical kit. In a pinch, you can use baking soda to raise the hot tub’s alkalinity. Raising the alkalinity will prevent the hot tub water from becoming too acidic.

Properly maintaining your hot tub will prevent serious issues from occurring down the road. You should replace the filter once a year, regularly look for and repair small cracks in the shell, and test the water quality every few months. You can do this yourself for less than $100 per year.

You can also hire a hot tub service to service your hot tub annually to identify problems early, which could save you money in the long run. They cost about $100 to $200 per call.

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