San Antonio Hot Tub Cleaning & Maintenance

It might get hot in Texas but there’s never a bad time to kick back and unwind in a spa. Having access to a hot tub makes it easier to relax and add value to a property but having to clean it can mean serious stress and headaches! If you want all of the advantages of owning a spa but aren’t keen to do the heavy lifting to keep it clean, Puddle has got you covered! Puddle technicians provide expert San Antonio hot tub cleaning and maintenance that keeps water clean and flowing smoothly. 

Hot, dark, damp environments are the ideal place for bacteria to thrive and hot tubs are no exception. All it takes is one missed chemical treatment for spa water to start to go south. Add this to an already busy schedule and you’re looking at a recipe for disaster. Instead of struggling with the aftermath of a DIY disaster or settling for subpar results, call Puddle for your routine cleaning program, deep cleans and seasonal care. 

Hot Tub Maintenance: Creating Routine That Works 

Cleaning your hot tub might seem straight forward but it’s more complicated than meets the eye. In order to get the best results it’s important to break the process down into multiple steps that treat tubs from top to bottom. The secret to maintaining a spa is consistency and a routine cleaning program can help. 

Based on average household usage hot tub cleanings should be performed bi-weekly. This is the standard timeframe that hot tub chemicals stay effective and that is why Puddle technicians offer a bi-weekly hot tub cleaning program made to suit your water systems. 

Water Treatments: Cloudy spa water doesn’t just look awful it is a risk to the health and safety of anyone that steps inside. Simple test kits are a dime a dozen at any pool supply store but these often aren’t enough to achieve proper water balance. Having an expert test your water means being able to measure and balance sanitizers like chlorine or bromine, total alkalinity, calcium and pH levels. 

Debris Removal: It’s easy to flip the switch on a standard pool vacuum and watch it suck up unwanted items from flat, open areas but hot tubs are more complicated. Floating skimmer baskets can catch items from water surfaces but what about debris that sinks down into seats or lands on flooring? Puddle technicians use manual vacuums to remove unwanted items while allowing filtered water to pass through back into basins. 

Scrubbing Structures: Unlike ceramic or porcelain you can’t just spray bleach-based cleaners onto hot tub shells and start to scrub. Using the wrong tools can damage surfaces while harsh cleaners can melt away protective coatings or water proofing. Puddle technicians use specialized soft bristle brushes to remove residue from water lines without causing damage. 

Checking Spa Filters: Hot tub filters are often overlooked during a standard cleaning but they are incredibly important to the overall condition and lifespan of a spa. When you keep the filter cleaner, it reduces wear and tear on internal systems and components. If a filter is clogged it’s harder for water to pass through. This means pumps and plumbing systems have to work harder to circulate water. A strained water system will break down sooner leading to the need for premature repairs or replacements. On average hot tub filters should be removed, cleaned and reinstalled every 3-4 months. 

Deep Cleaning Your Spa: Have an Expert Refresh Your Water Systems 

Even with a routine cleaning program in-play water systems should be deep cleaned at least once annually. Simple test strips will tell you if you are dealing with imbalanced water chemistry but they won’t tell you where contaminants are coming from. Shells might look good at the surface level but there may but issues happening behind the scenes. 

It’s impossible to see whether or not there is buildup forming inside plumbing lines but it’s a safe bet that after a couple months debris will start to collect inside water systems. Unseen contaminants will still impact water quality and the functionality of your water systems. Luckily, Puddle has created a Hot Tub Refresh service that will have your spa running like brand new in no time at all. 

The Refresh process begins with an a special combination of cleansers that are designed to run through lines loosening buildup from the inside. Once loosened debris will then be carried out by water flow, into the basin. Contaminated water is then drained. A deep cleaning is more than a simple drain and refill, it involves heavy scrubbing. Puddle technicians scrub shells, jets, headrests, seats and flooring to remove any bacteria that might be left behind. It’s then time to grab a garden hose and refill water levels. Puddle crews will return the next day for a final water balancing. 

Ask your Puddle technician about the optional Full Shampoo service. There isn’t much point in booking a deep clean for your hot tub if you’re just going to put a dirty spa cover back on right afterward. Instead, book a Full Shampoo service and have an expert scrub exterior shells and external areas, along with the hot tub cover for the best results possible. 

Hot Tub Care Made Easy: Just Call Puddle! 

Each member of the Puddle team is local to the area and understands just what your hot tub needs at any time of year. Puddle technicians are highly trained and experienced, as well as fully insured so you get peace of mind as well as sparkling clean water. Puddle Pool Services is proud to offer affordable rates, transparent pricing and flexible schedules. With options to book online or by-phone 24 hours a day, there’s never a bad time to book your next service!