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The Complete Weekly Hot Tub Maintenance Checklist

By Bubble Balance · April 27, 2026

Consistent weekly care is what separates a spa that’s always ready from one that’s always a project. Here’s the full routine.

Every week

  • Test and balance the water (pH, alkalinity, sanitizer).
  • Net the surface and remove debris.
  • Scrub the waterline to stop scum rings.
  • Vacuum the floor of the tub.
  • Empty and rinse the skimmer basket.
  • Spray down the filter.
  • Top off the water level.
  • Wipe the cover and check the seal.

Every month

  • Deep-clean the filter with a chemical soak (or swap it).
  • Clean the pillows and apply a mildew inhibitor.
  • Inspect jets and equipment for issues.

Every 3–4 months

If that list looks like a part-time job, it can be ours instead. See our monthly plans — every visit covers the weekly list, and the Luxury plan rolls in the monthly and quarterly tasks too.

Prefer to skip the upkeep entirely? Get a free quote from Bubble Balance — we keep hot tubs crystal-clear across Wilmington and the Cape Fear coast on a simple monthly plan. Or call (910) 264-3361.

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