How do I maintain my new hot tub?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hot-tub-repair-cost.htm">Hot tub repairs cost</a> between <b>$200 and $500</b> on average. You can minimize those costs by <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-hot-tub-tips-soak-maximum-enjoyment.htm">maintaining your hot tub</a> and keeping necessary supplies on hand. An elevated shelf in the garage is a great place to store your water care chemicals so that kids and pets will stay safe and you’ll always have them around. </p><p>Your hot tub should be drained of existing water, cleaned, and refilled every three to four months at a minimum. Follow your tub manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning, and rinse thoroughly when finished to eliminate any residue from the cleaning products. This is also a good time to inspect your tub’s cover in good lighting for any leaks, tears, or other damage that might cause problems. </p><p>Using your hot tub manufacturer’s suggested cleaners and methods, keep your hot tub filters clean to avoid a loss of water heat. This will help extend the filter’s useful life and efficiency. If the filter is more than two to three years old, replace it with a new one and buy a second filter to keep around as a spare.</p></div>

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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: 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: How much electricity does a hot tub use?

• <div><p>Most hot tubs use between 1,500 watts and 6,000 watts of electricity, depending on the voltage of your heater. 120-volt heaters tip toward the low end, and 240-volt heaters tip toward the high end. Expect your pump to add another 1,500 watts. Newer, energy-efficient models use less electricity, while older models use more.</p></div>

Q: Does a hot tub use a lot of electricity?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, a hot tub does use a relatively large amount of electricity. In fact, much of the money you spend on your hot tub will go toward electricity costs to keep the water heated. A typical hot tub will use anywhere from 1,500 to 6,000 watts of electricity per month.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2008
They were the only company that was willing to take on the job, which involved cutting out a stamped concrete pool deck and fixing the leak. They did a good job and fixed the problem.
BLUE DIAMOND POOL & SPAS
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Reviewed in March 2011
I called early in the morning and left a message. I got a call back within an hour and described the problem. The technician went to my house immediately and called me within the next hour to tell me what he thought the problem was. He had to take the motor back to his shop to work on it. ...
Crystal Clear Pools
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Reviewed in March 2017
We have been working with them for over 20 years now. Replaced our pool liner several times. We've purchased our chemicals thru them. Very pleased.
POOLS OF FUN
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Reviewed in December 2014
Replace my beloved spot of 20+ years. Did tons of homework on construction, electronics, features, maintenance and reliability and chose a Sundance Spa. The people at Aquarius Pools were outstanding. A good price on a great spa. My terrain in landscaped was as difficult as possible for the...
Aquarius Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in August 2006
This summer our pool was rendered helpless in holding any chlorine because we had a high level of phosphate that was blocking the chlorine. We go in frequently to have our water checked and they are always very helpful and helped us to resolve our issue. I never knew that putting weed killer...
PATE'S POOL SERVICE & SUPPLY CO INC
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Reviewed in June 2014
She has never made a dime off me but she always answers my questions, so if I need anything that's where I will head. She knows the answers and will give me advice, even over the phone. She is very gracious. She directed me to somebody who would help me with the pool. The gentleman she turned me...
PLETCH ENTERPRISES
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Reviewed in October 2011
The concrete work around the pool was poorly done. The encased the pool skimmer into the side of the pool with a sloppy concrete job so we cannot use it. It is not level, it does not meet code, it is at the lowest point of our yard. Everything that could have gone wrong did go wrong.
Xtreme Contractors
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Puddle Pool Services

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With RDMC the services we can provide range from small repairs such as mechanical equipment, leak repairs, pipe burst, cleaning/general maintenance, and full construction. I am owner operator and come from a commercial background. I can guarantee that any and all pools scenarios will be held to the same standard and care as your local water park.

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4315 Commerce Dr, STE 440

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Indiana Backyard Living Inc.

321 N Main St

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321 N Main St

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Custom inground residential and commercial swimming pool design and installation, automatic pool cover installation and repair, retail swimming pool products, swimming pool service

For some Aquarius Pools & Spas customers, pool ownership is about nothing more than swimming and having a great time in the sun. For others, it's also about enjoying a certain labor of love that comes with maintaining their own pools.No matter where you land in this world, Aquarius Pools & Spas can support you like no other.We offer comprehensive weekly maintenance service programs that keep your pool or spa in perfect condition for you. Or, we can stand by as your helpful, go-to source for information, training, chemicals and supplies, so you can become your own pool maintenance expert.

Crystal Clear Pools

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Crystal Clear Pools

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Crystal Clear Pools service technicians have over 40 years combined experience in the swimming pool industry. We pride ourselves in being the most knowledgable company in our area. Call us today. We look forward to earning your business.

Myette Enterprises LLC

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Myette Enterprises LLC

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Owner operated. Uses subs for pool plastering & tiling. Cost determined by job or hr depending on the job. No travel charges. Emergency service costs time and a half. Sebee's member

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

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 newer hot tubs are not expensive to maintain. Hot tub maintenance costs about $500 to $1,000 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.

Most hot tubs use between 1,500 watts and 6,000 watts of electricity, depending on the voltage of your heater. 120-volt heaters tip toward the low end, and 240-volt heaters tip toward the high end. Expect your pump to add another 1,500 watts. Newer, energy-efficient models use less electricity, while older models use more.

Unfortunately, a hot tub does use a relatively large amount of electricity. In fact, much of the money you spend on your hot tub will go toward electricity costs to keep the water heated. A typical hot tub will use anywhere from 1,500 to 6,000 watts of electricity per month.

Hot tub repairs cost between $200 and $500 on average. You can minimize those costs by maintaining your hot tub and keeping necessary supplies on hand. An elevated shelf in the garage is a great place to store your water care chemicals so that kids and pets will stay safe and you’ll always have them around.

Your hot tub should be drained of existing water, cleaned, and refilled every three to four months at a minimum. Follow your tub manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning, and rinse thoroughly when finished to eliminate any residue from the cleaning products. This is also a good time to inspect your tub’s cover in good lighting for any leaks, tears, or other damage that might cause problems.

Using your hot tub manufacturer’s suggested cleaners and methods, keep your hot tub filters clean to avoid a loss of water heat. This will help extend the filter’s useful life and efficiency. If the filter is more than two to three years old, replace it with a new one and buy a second filter to keep around as a spare.

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