Why does my hot tub feel slimy?

• <div><p>Biofilm growth can cause a hot tub to feel slimy. Hot tub biofilm is a slimy substance that’s typically due to natural contaminants like makeup, soaps, skin oils, deodorants, or lotions. A hot tub can also have a slimy interior or slimy water if the tub’s filters are old or damaged, or if the hot tub isn’t properly cleaned. You should drain your hot tub, wipe away any slimy residue, then refill the water and use a spa purge product that prevents the buildup of biofilm. </p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2023
Great service and nice folks! Would use again
PRESTONWOOD WILDLIFE AND RODENT, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
He was very prompt and thorough. He clean, winterized, and covered our pool. We were satisfied with his services.
Retired Pool Guy
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Reviewed in July 2023
Dylan and his company provided exceptional service always on time and very professional. I would highly recommend them for any landscaping service.
Adams landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2023
The lawn clean-up went well, he talked me out of removing the pool and deck. I bought fencing supplies and hard ware to replace privacy fencing. After the fence was done decided not to have the wall repaired at this time. I paid $3000 down another $5000 once the cleanup was underway when...
Nolen Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2020
Service was great, on time with affordable pricing.
Mavs Mowing Service
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Reviewed in June 2020
The service of a large co-dominant ash tree removal & firewood is the second service that Timberjak Tree Service has been hired to perform at my residence. Similiar to the previous service, the large co-dominant ash tree was in close proximity to my home and a large propane tank. Just as the...
Timberjak, LLC.
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Reviewed in February 2020
We hired Venture in May of 2019 to install a pool and build a pool house. We chose venture because of their experience and ethos. Super long story short, process for the pool went fairly well. Few hiccups, but to be expected. Pool house, we had to complete. Countless hours back and forth on,...
Venture Custom Pools
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Reviewed in September 2017
The process was so smooth. From the time our sales person came to give us a quote to the very last step of learning the pool equipment. The communication was great and the construction of the pool was top notch. We are looking forward to lots of family time in our new pool.
BLUE HAVEN POOLS & SPAS
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NBG Does It Right

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NBG Does It Right

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20 years of experience for residential repairs and remodels. Practice preventatice maintenance to save your home and pocket. Stellar customer service award receipient for national property management. Available 24/7 for Plumbing and leak repairs or general home repairs.

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17 years of experience

Grigsby Splash Pools and Service is a local, family owned pool company with over 20 years of experience in New Pool Construction, Remodels, Plastering, Vinyl Liners, Service, Maintenance, Cleaning and Supplies. We pride ourselves in exceptional customer service that delivers honest, affordable, top quality workmanship.

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Weekly or bi-weekly swimming pool care, maintenance and minor repair. -water testing -pool chemistry -chlorine levels -algae prevention -leaf and debris maintenance -equipment maintenance -filter clean -salt systems -chemicals provided -ask about chemical only care

As a Building & Remodeling Contractor in the Commercial, Industrial, Residential sectors, we have been simplifying and resulting in successful projects throughout the State of Texas. Our mission is to uphold and maintain the highest level of Safety, Integrity, Professionalism, Innovation, and Efficiency. Please visit our website for more details and call us or email us today for an estimate!

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Founded in 1981, Atlas has become one of the leading manufactures and retailer of Portable Storage Buildings, Barns, Garages, Offices , Lake Cabins, Carports and Decks and Porch Covers, Spas by Master Spas, Outdoor Kitchens, Enclosures and Room Additions in East Texas and the DFW Metroplex. Atlas stands above the competition with its 50 Year Limited Warranty on its Smartboard Siding and baked on enamel metal trim which provides a maintenance free building at a very competitive price. We offer rent-to-own on portable storage buildings. Our construction facility is located in Canton, TX. Our main office is located in Tyler, TX.

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

Biofilm growth can cause a hot tub to feel slimy. Hot tub biofilm is a slimy substance that’s typically due to natural contaminants like makeup, soaps, skin oils, deodorants, or lotions. A hot tub can also have a slimy interior or slimy water if the tub’s filters are old or damaged, or if the hot tub isn’t properly cleaned. You should drain your hot tub, wipe away any slimy residue, then refill the water and use a spa purge product that prevents the buildup of biofilm.

You should keep your hot tub at a constant soaking temperature of around 100 degrees Fahrenheit when the hot tub is not in use. However, you can lower that by a couple of degrees during the summer, so you don’t feel overheated.

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.

Algae-related green hot tub water is generally safe to use, as algae aren't usually harmful to your health. However, if the conditions in the hot tub are hospitable to algae growth, they may also be hospitable to the growth of other types of microorganisms, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, bacteria that can cause hot tub rash, or Legionella bacteria, which can cause respiratory illness.

Most hot tub motors can last between five and 10 years; however, hot tub motors can burn out sooner if the hot tub water is not maintained or if the motors themselves are not maintained or protected from the elements. Since hot tub motors (also referred to as spa pumps) power the jets and circulate the water, they are important for the functioning of your spa. Buying a quality motor, keeping the hot tub filter clean, and keeping the wet end of the motor wet and the dry end dry can help them last longer.

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