Seasonal Hot Tub Maintenance Guide

Spring, summer, fall, and winter maintenance habits that keep your hot tub ready year-round.

Serving Santa Rosa & surrounding communities

Spring and Summer Maintenance Checklist

Spring hot tub checklist

  • Drain and refill if water age is high. Fresh water makes spring startup easier and improves sanitizer response.
  • Deep-clean filters and inspect cover condition. This removes off-season buildup and restores normal circulation.
  • Check cabinet, unions, and pump area for leaks. Catching seepage early helps avoid costly mid-season repairs.

Summer hot tub care tips

  • Rinse filters more often during heavy guest use. High bather load adds oils and debris that can restrict flow quickly.
  • Wipe shell surfaces weekly to prevent buildup. Frequent wipe-downs stop residue from becoming stubborn waterline stains.
  • Keep the cover clean and dry between uses. A dry cover helps limit odor and improves energy efficiency.

Video Tutorial

Video: Beginner-friendly hot tub maintenance rules that map well to seasonal upkeep planning.

Fall and Winter Hot Tub Maintenance Steps

Fall prep checklist

  • Verify heater and circulation performance. Confirming heat-up and flow before cold weather reduces winter surprises.
  • Inspect cover seal and locking straps. A tight seal is critical for heat retention in cooler months.
  • Inspect cabinet panels and weather seals. Closing gaps limits wind intrusion and unnecessary heat loss.

Winter care checklist

  • Keep proper water level to protect circulation. Low water can trigger flow issues and reduce freeze protection reliability.
  • Confirm freeze protection settings are active. Verify control settings before the coldest part of the season.
  • Remove heavy snow from cover surface promptly. Lower weight and moisture help preserve cover structure and seal quality.

For cold-season water balancing targets, use the Water Care weekly and monthly routine.

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Next Step

Before weather changes, schedule local seasonal service or continue to the troubleshooting guide for common maintenance issues.