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Although the CDC and WHO have stated numerous times that you cannot get Coronavirus from the water in pools and hot tubs, it’s important to realize that this is dependent on the water being properly sanitized with chlorine or bromine. So what exactly is the “proper operation, maintenance and disinfection” for swimming pool or hot tub water? We decided to make this Coronavirus Resource page for pool and hot tub owners to…

We have been receiving numerous inquiries recently regarding the possibility of catching the Coronavirus from water in a hot tub. So, can you really get Coronavirus from a hot tub? The short answer is NO, you cannot get the Coronavirus from properly sanitized hot tub water (most commonly sanitized by chlorine and/or bromine). The new CDC report states that “There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans…

Hot Tub Spa Buyers Guide – Shopping For A Hot Tub Or Portable Spa? Many new brands have been added and reviewed to this page for 2019. Here you will find listings for all of today’s most popular hot tub spa brands as well as a number of links to the manufacturer’s web sites…

How to Open a Hot Tub Spa. First of all, please realize that most damage that occurs to hot tub spas is caused by improper winterization or when the spa is not used for long periods of time. When it comes time to open up your spa, this is when these problems will become evident. While it is strongly recommended to have a pool or spa professional close your spa for the winter, many homeowners do successfully tackle the job of spa opening themselves. It is much less risky!

E-Z Hot Tub Spa Water Chemistry. How to set up your hot tub spa water for optimally clear water

Planning to Buy a Hot Tub Spa. Here are a few facts you should know…

Q. What is the difference between a spa, hot tub Jacuzzi and whirlpool?

A. Basically, the word “spa” is used to describe any one of a number of jetted, heated, water-filled tubs. According to Webster’s Dictionary, a spa is defined as “a celebrated watering place in Belgium; any place, especially a resort, having a mineral spring.”

This section is presented for the do-it-yourselfer who needs some help either troubleshooting or repairing their own hot tub spa. Here we are assuming that if you have chosen to work on your own unit, you have a basic knowledge of electricity.

Basic Pool or Spa Plumbing Systems. To understand the basic plumbing system of a pool or spa, you must follow the path of the water. The water from the pool or spa, not both at the same time, enters the equipment system through a main drain on the floor, through a surface skimmer, or through a combination of both main drain and skimmer. It travels to a three-port valve (if there is no spa, there will be no such valve) and into the pump, which is driven by the attached motor. From the pump, the water travels through a filter, then to the heater, and back through three-port valves to the pool or spa return lines.