Guides
Hot tub guides from the Tacoma team
Clear answers about cleaning, water problems, error codes and what to look for before you buy. Written by the people who deliver and service spas across the South Sound.
Owning and caring for a hot tub
Owner guide · 5 minHow to Clean a Hot Tub, Step by StepA full clean is more than a quick wipe down. Do these steps in order and your spa will look and feel like new.Read the guide
Owner guide · 4 minWhy Is My Hot Tub Water Cloudy?Cloudy water almost always traces back to one of a few causes. Work through them in order and you will find it fast.Read the guide
Owner guide · 5 minWhat Do Hot Tub Error Codes Mean?Every control system labels codes a little differently. Here is what the common ones usually point to, and when to stop and call for help.Read the guide
Owner guide · 4 minWhy Is My Hot Tub Foaming?Foam looks alarming but it is almost always one of a few simple causes. Here is how to clear it and keep it from coming back.Read the guide
Owner guide · 4 minWhy Does My Skin Itch After the Hot Tub?Itchy skin after a soak is common, and it almost always traces back to the water balance. Here is what to check.Read the guide
Owner guide · 5 minHow to Bring a Neglected Hot Tub Back to LifeInheriting a hot tub that has sat empty or ignored for a while is common. Go slow and check each piece before you fill it.Read the guide
Owner guide · 4 minHot Tubs, Relaxation, and Soaking SafelyPeople often ask what a hot tub can do for them. Here is what is commonly said about soaking, stated carefully, plus the safety basics that matter.Read the guide
Owner guide · 5 minThe Parts of a Hot Tub, ExplainedA hot tub is a handful of simple parts working together. Once you know what each one does, troubleshooting gets a lot less scary.Read the guide
Buying a hot tub
Buying guide · 5 minWhat to Know Before You Buy a Hot TubBuying a hot tub is easier once you know the few questions that matter most. Here is the short checklist to work through first.Read the guide
Buying guide · 4 minThe Best Small Hot Tubs for Patios and DecksA small footprint does not mean a small experience. Here are compact hot tubs built to fit a patio or deck without giving up seats.Read the guide
Buying guide · 5 min6 Luxury Hot Tubs Worth a LookIf you want the top of the lineup, these six models are built for it. Here is what makes each one feel like a true luxury tub.Read the guide
Buying guide · 4 minCan a Hot Tub Be Tax Deductible?Sometimes, yes, but only in specific medical cases and only part of the cost. Here is how it generally works, and why to check with a tax professional.Read the guide
Buying guide · 5 minHot Tubs: Nearly Everything You Need to KnowNew to hot tubs? This guide covers the basics from how they work to what owning one is really like, so you can shop with confidence.Read the guide
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