The Complete Weekly Hot Tub Maintenance Checklist

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

• Drain, flush and refill the tub with fresh, balanced water.
• Condition the cover.

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.