How to look after a hot tub: Hot tub care tips

Maintenance Guide

Quick answer: Your hot tub is your sanctuary — but it needs regular love and care to stay clean, safe, and stress-free. Daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly check-ups keep it sparkling and always ready for use.

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Often acting as our very own personal sanctuaries, and perfect for taking the edge off any stress after a long day of work – let’s be honest, who doesn’t love to have a soak in their hot tub when life gets busy?

However while such a warm and bubbling sanctuary is often just what we need to help our stress melt away, such a technical piece of at-home spa equipment also needs regular check-ups to make sure it’s always ready and working when you need it most.

Naturally, maintaining your hot tub might is likely not going to be the highlight of your week, but trust us, giving your hot tub some much-needed love and attention is super important!

Regular upkeep ensures your hot tub stays safe, sanitary, and ready for action whenever you are. So, let’s dive into more detail on how to look after a hot tub, as well as touch on our favourite hot tub care tips, so you can keep your spa in tip-top shape without turning it into a chore.

Why is hot tub maintenance important?

Before learning the specifics of how to look after a hot tub, it’s worth touching briefly on why hot tub maintenance is so important – is it really important information to know before buying your hot tub?

And to that, we say yes – yes, it is!

Without a proper care routine, your hot tub’s pipes are going get gunky, filling up with bio-film (a sneaky mix of dirt, debris, bacteria, and mould), and preventing your hot tub from operating properly.

Not only does this make your spa less inviting, but it could also be a health hazard. However, regular maintenance keeps these unwanted guests at bay, ensuring your hot tub is always clean and safe to use.

How to maintain a hot tub

Ok, if hot tub maintenance is so important, what exactly do you need to do in order to keep your tub in tip-top condition for years to come? Well, speaking as the experts, we’ve outlined what we consider to be the most essential elements of hot tub maintenance below:

Daily and weekly hot tub maintenance essentials

Sanitiser checks – it’s always good practice to check your hot tub’s sanitiser levels in order to maintain your hot tub’s water chemistry, ensuring everything is as it should be before getting in.
pH levels – similarly to sanitiser levels, a balanced water pH level is a must for a comfortable bathing experience.
Cover care – it’s always worth checking to make sure your hot tub cover is secure and clean to keep your water warm and healthy between soaks.
Shock treatments – should you feel the need, you can always give your tub’s water the shock treatment every week or so to keep it sparkling.
Stain and scale management – limescale can be a real issue for hot tubs if left untreated, so a weekly limescale treatment can be a great way to keep such problems at bay.
Wipe and rinse – finally be sure to clean off any debris from the waterline between uses, rinse your filters if needed, and wipe down the sides of the hot tub as needed.

Monthly hot tub maintenance essentials

Filter cleaning – you should always look to give your hot tub filters a thorough clean each month to keep them working efficiently or replace them if required.
Jet checks – although unlikely, checking all of your jets are still working optimally is worth doing each month so you can enjoy your hot tub as intended.

Quarterly hot tub maintenance essentials

Pipe cleaning – if you’re not doing so every week or month, it’s essential that you flush your hot tub’s pipes with cleaner and descaler every quarter to prevent them from being blocked.
Full tub cleaning – it might be a lengthy task, but cleaning and draining your hot tub every quarter is a must for staying on top of dirt build-up and potential mould growth.

Annual hot tub maintenance essentials

Hardware inspection – it never hurts to have a look at your hot tub’s hardware and wiring for any signs of wear and tear that might need addressing.
Professional servicing – scheduling a yearly check from a professional engineer to give your hot tub a thorough servicing is always smart. Not only that but missing your annual servicing could void your warranty on your tub’s mechanical and electrical components. So, don’t skip this vital step!

Find your ideal hot tub today

So, now you know exactly what to bear in mind when setting up your hot tub care schedule. Naturally, our recommendations are by no means set in stone, and you should adjust and adapt this maintenance schedule to fit your personal cleaning routine.

However, by sticking to this easy maintenance schedule, you’ll be able to keep your hot tub running smoothly, looking great, and ready for every relaxing soak. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that your spa is as clean and safe as it can be. Cheers to a sparkling hot tub and many more moments of relaxation!

Of course, if you’re yet to buy your first hot tub, or perhaps your old one is past its best, then why not start looking at The Wellness Co. range today? The UK’s number one hot tub and wellness retailer, we have hot tubs, swim spas, and ice baths to suit everyone!

Get in touch today to find out more about our range, and don’t forget to visit our wellness blog as well for more tips about hot tub maintenance and care!