Tips and advice from our pros on everything spa and hot tub

The essential part of any spa or hot tub is the control system. Without it, it’s much like a car with no engine. The control system is responsible for all the functions of the spa, jets, pumps, blowers, heaters, lights, filtration, etc.

Retrofit systems are a great solution to update your old spa with new state-of-the-art controls. They come with everything you need for a complete retrofit installation: control system, keypad, adapter plate, and cables.

Are you looking for a replacement spa pack for your hot tub? It's crucial that the system you choose can accommodate your spa's needs without extra features or capabilities you do not need. Read our blog to learn more.

Where you can find definitions for the most common words and terms in our industry to help ensure you select the right product every time.

Check out our blog posts to get up to speed on topics such as pump design, selection, installation, and much more.

Let our experts guide you through diagnosing common issues that can lead to nonworking spa and hot tub pumps.

With over 500 different types and styles of spa filter cartridges, it can seem difficult when attempting to replace a worn or missing cartridge. This guide will help you find the filter cartridge you are looking for.

It would be great if there was one standard rule on when you should clean your cartridge. We do have guidelines on timeframes, however these may not always apply in every situation. Read our blog to learn more.

With over 500 different types and styles of spa filter cartridges, it can seem difficult when attempting to replace a worn or missing cartridge. This guide will help you find the filter cartridge you are looking for.

Overlays are special stickers that are placed on keypads. They come with adhesive backing and usually are specific to one keypad. Read our blog to learn more.

We discuss spa heater basics and types of spa heaters, the mechanics of a spa heater, identity the top 5 failures of spa heaters & elements and how to diagnose a non-working heater.

Electric spa heaters are part of the water heating and filtration system for the spa. Water from the spa enters the plumbing from the skimmer or suctions and is pulled into the circulation pump.

Overlays are special stickers that are placed on keypads. They come with adhesive backing and usually are specific to one keypad. Read our blog to learn more.

In this blog, we talk about ozonators and ozone generators for spas and hot tubs, starting by defining ozone in a spa and hot tub context and explaining the benefits of ozone to your spa and hot tub water and enjoyment. We also discuss the types of ozone gas and guide you through choosing and installing a new ozone generator for your spa or hot tub.

Body oils, cosmetics, and other bodily fluids accumulate in the water of your spa over time. The more hot tub chemicals you add, the more this builds up, leading your sanitizers to stop working. Removing build-up while also caring for your hot tub's surfaces is easy. You don't need a chemistry degree to do it. Read our blog to learn how to empty and clean your hot tub properly.

Many hot tub owners will agree that until you get the knack for it, balancing your chemicals is one of the most challenging aspects of owning a spa. Testing, dealing with water quality issues, and knowing how much to add can all seem overwhelming. In this guide, we will explain, step by step, how to balance your chemicals in the simplest way possible.

We all do our best to avoid problems with your spa or hot tub during the cold part of the season. Power outages, unexpected trips away from our homes, and sometimes forgetfulness can happen in our busy lives. So, what should we do if we find our spa shut down and vulnerable during sub-freezing temperatures? Keep reading as we will discuss the most common failures and procedures to help get that hot tub up and running again.