As temperatures rise across Canada, spring is the ideal time to prepare your hot tub for increased use. Proper hot tub maintenance ensures your spa runs efficiently and stays clean, safe, and ready for everything the season throws at it.
1. Drain and Refill Your Hot Tub
After months of winter use, starting fresh with clean water makes a big difference. Draining and refilling your hot tub removes chemical buildup, old contaminants, and anything that has been sitting in the water over the colder months. Fresh water is the foundation of a well-maintained spa.
2. Deep Clean the Shell
Once the tub is drained, give the interior shell a thorough wipe-down using a non-abrasive cleaner. This removes waterline residue, biofilm, and any buildup that has accumulated over winter. Cleaning the shell while it is empty is the easiest way to protect the surface and keep your hot tub looking its best.
3. Clean or Replace Your Filters
Your hot tub filters work hard all winter long. Spring is the right time to remove them, rinse them thoroughly, and give them a proper soak in a filter cleaning solution. If your filters are older or showing signs of wear, replacing them now will protect your pump and keep water circulation where it needs to be.
4. Balance Your Water Chemistry
Before you start soaking, test your water and adjust the following:
- Alkalinity
- pH levels
- Sanitizer levels (chlorine or bromine)
- Calcium hardness
Balanced water chemistry prevents cloudy water, protects your equipment, and keeps every soak comfortable and safe. Pick up a reliable test kit or test strips and check your levels after every refill.
5. Inspect Your Hot Tub Components
Do a visual inspection of your key components before the season gets going. Check your pumps, heater, and jets for anything unusual. Listen for odd sounds when the system runs. Catching a small issue early can save you from a costly repair mid-summer when your tub is getting the most use.
6. Schedule Professional Hot Tub Maintenance
Even if everything looks fine from the outside, a professional inspection gives you peace of mind. A trained technician can spot early signs of wear, check your equipment for efficiency, and make sure your hot tub is running the way it should be heading into the busy season.
Mr.Spa offers expert hot tub servicing and maintenance across Ontario and Halifax. Whether you need a full spring start-up or just want a professional set of eyes on your spa, our team is ready to help.