Q. I have been having problems with my hot tub for a while now. The water seems to stay cloudy and now it has a green tint to it. Also it gets a almost tan colored foam on it when we use it. What would be the best chemical to use in it? We have been using the BaquaSpa stuff with nothing but problems. Would it be better to use Bromine or Chlorine? Also we have a ozonator on the tub but all that it seems to be is a bubble pump. I can not tell a difference when it is on or off. Should it be used and does it really do anything?
Answer
http://www.rhtubs.com/cgi-bin/bbs/HTIC-config.pl?index
http://www.poolandspaservice.com/askalan/mineral_problems.htm
http://www.angelfire.com/mi2/hottubs/
Above are three of my favorite Hot Tub advice sites. I've used them and also my local dealer is very helpful when I've taken a water sample in.
I use Chlorine and I've been happy with the results. Occasionally, I add Clarifyer, Foam Reducer, and Scale Eliminator. Twice I've had to adjust the PH and alkalinity. Simple test strips is all I need to monitor the tub's needs.
I now have "city" water, which makes managing the tub much easier. Previously, my well water required much more monitoring, and I found myself doing a complete water change more often than recommended, which is typically 3 months, depending on use. Also, make sure you are cleaning your filters regularly. There is an acid solution you can soak them in which makes them like new.
P.S. the foam is caused by YOUR body oils and skin products like shampoos, lotions, deodorants, etc. It is not the water causing it. That is where the Defoamer works. Only takes a few drops.
Let me know if I've helped.
Don't you just love the spa?
http://www.rhtubs.com/cgi-bin/bbs/HTIC-config.pl?index
http://www.poolandspaservice.com/askalan/mineral_problems.htm
http://www.angelfire.com/mi2/hottubs/
Above are three of my favorite Hot Tub advice sites. I've used them and also my local dealer is very helpful when I've taken a water sample in.
I use Chlorine and I've been happy with the results. Occasionally, I add Clarifyer, Foam Reducer, and Scale Eliminator. Twice I've had to adjust the PH and alkalinity. Simple test strips is all I need to monitor the tub's needs.
I now have "city" water, which makes managing the tub much easier. Previously, my well water required much more monitoring, and I found myself doing a complete water change more often than recommended, which is typically 3 months, depending on use. Also, make sure you are cleaning your filters regularly. There is an acid solution you can soak them in which makes them like new.
P.S. the foam is caused by YOUR body oils and skin products like shampoos, lotions, deodorants, etc. It is not the water causing it. That is where the Defoamer works. Only takes a few drops.
Let me know if I've helped.
Don't you just love the spa?
Installing a Hot Tub?
Answer Gir
I want to install a hot tub in my backyard. It will be in a private location in my backyard.
How much does a 4-6 person hot tub cost? What does it costs to run and maintain one yearly?
How long, if taken good care of, will my hot tub last (years)?
Does having a hot tub add to your re-sale value?
Answer
A hot tub can cost from 3,000 to up to 6,000, to maintain a month is around 20-35.00 more on your electric bill depending on the weather. Hotter will cost much less a month. And buy a cover for it it helps save.
chemicals can run about 5-15.00 a month but can be less if care is used and depends on what other sanitizers you have installed that do not use chemicals ( like ozone, ext...)
A good hot tub should last several years! the only thing that will have trouble would be the pump and heating system if one is installed.
It can last for even longer if the motor goes out just replace it.
so about 300.00 a year minimum.
An electrician will cost you to run wire to it if you get a 220 type ( i recommend a 220) they vary in cost to install a 220 line.
Yes it will add to the resale value of a home, and make it more easy to sell also people love them.
A hot tub can cost from 3,000 to up to 6,000, to maintain a month is around 20-35.00 more on your electric bill depending on the weather. Hotter will cost much less a month. And buy a cover for it it helps save.
chemicals can run about 5-15.00 a month but can be less if care is used and depends on what other sanitizers you have installed that do not use chemicals ( like ozone, ext...)
A good hot tub should last several years! the only thing that will have trouble would be the pump and heating system if one is installed.
It can last for even longer if the motor goes out just replace it.
so about 300.00 a year minimum.
An electrician will cost you to run wire to it if you get a 220 type ( i recommend a 220) they vary in cost to install a 220 line.
Yes it will add to the resale value of a home, and make it more easy to sell also people love them.
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