Osoyoos Hot Tub Maintenance

In Osoyoos there is never a bad time to kick back in a hot tub. Whether you are looking to soothe sore muscles, host friends or add value to your property, a clean and inviting spa can tick all of these boxes. As easy as it is to enjoy a hot tub, keeping them clean is a complicated chore. Missing just one chemical treatment can result in contaminated water and health risks but it can be a lot to keep up with. If you are having a hard time getting a handle on your water system, call Puddle for your Osoyoos hot tub maintenance. 

When you want to keep your hot tub cleaner it will take more than the occasional water treatment. Damp, dark and warm environments are ideal for algae growth, bacteria build-up and contamination — and that means your spa! In order to combat contamination it is important to maintain water chemistry, keep filters clean, remove debris and make sure that water systems are running smoothly. If this sounds like a lot of work — you’re right! Luckily, our team of Puddle technicians are here to help! 

The Secret to Better Hot Tub Care 

It is easy to cruise the internet looking for tips on how to keep your spa in great shape but not all of these are effective. In fact, some of them can do more harm than good. Taking an amateur approach to spa care can quickly result in protective coatings being melted away and physical damage to shells, structures or surrounding areas. 

The best way to get great results for your spa is to break the cleaning process down into multiple steps, each of which address a different aspect of your water system for an inside, out clean.

Water Chemistry: It is easy to grab a basic test kit and test the water in your systems but balancing it is a much more complicated process. Instead of just throwing in a few hot tub chemicals and hoping for the best, proper water balancing depends on a range of factors including sanitizer levels like chlorine or bromine, along with pH levels, total alkalinity and calcium. 

Debris Removal: When dealing with large, flat, open surfaces like the bottom of the pool a robotic cleaner can help to remove sunken debris but a hot tub has much smaller surface areas and complicated designs involving seats and built-in stairs. In order to navigate these areas and remove unwanted items our technicians use speciality hand tools to suck up unwanted items and filtering clean water back inside. 

Cleaning the Filter: When you want to keep your filter cleaner, consistency is key. Try as you might it is impossible to scoop up every small piece of debris that enters into your hot tub water, the rest is left up to the filters! Because these are hard at work behind the scenes it is easy to forget about them but failing to clean these areas regularly can lead to serious headaches. When a filter is blocked it becomes harder for water to flow through and forces pumps and circulation systems to work harder, meaning unnecessary wear and tear. If pumps burn out it is an expensive fix. By making a point to clean filter cartridges and empty floating skimmer baskets you can improve output, reduce energy bills and cut costs. 

Deep Cleans: Even with regular cleanings it is important to perform deep cleans (or as we call it, a Hot Tub Refresh) as part of your annual routine.  This process involves having to drain and refill your water system. A deep clean begins with a multi-part chemical application that runs through plumbing lines, loosening and puling out unwanted items and depositing it into the basin. Water and contaminants should then be drained out. Once empty, shells, jets and headrests can be heavily scrubbed with speciality tools to remove any trace of bacteria. Water can then be refilled and chemical levels balanced, leaving your spa looking as good as new. It is never a good idea to drain the hot tub on your own. An improper draining can quickly lead to flooded basements, drowned lawns, water damage and rotten construction materials. 

Ask our Puddle technicians about an optional Full Shampoo service. This additional treatment involves scrubbing exterior shells and hot tub covers for a full clean. 

Puddle Hot Tub Cleaning Services: Kick Back & Relax While We Do the Work 

Anytime that there is electricity and water in the same environment, there is a risk of damage and personal injury. Hiring a highly trained and experienced Puddle technician for your hot tub care means safely navigating circuit breakers, internal water systems and surrounding areas for a complete clean. 

By offering options for routine cleaning programs, deep cleans and service calls, there is never a bad time to call a Puddle Pro. Ditch the test strips and opt for expert care from local specialists who not only provide excellent results, but top-notch customer service, affordable rates and the peace of mind that comes along with fully insured staff and services.