Does Flex Seal Work on Hot Tubs?

Okay, so you’ve recently noticed a leak in your hot tub and you’re trying to make sure that you handle it the proper way -- congratulations!  Making sure that you treat your hot tub with proper products is a great first step.  Consider the potential magic of Flex Seal?  Here’s everything that you’ll need to know about its usability in your hot tub.

What is Flex Seal?
    As likely already know, Flex Seal is a concentrated liquid that is going to plug a leak or a hole that you find.  It goes on liquid, or pastey, and then dries/cures to a hard and effective solid that basically erases the crack or hole.  It’s widely used in home renovation projects, but it’s not as magic as people think and it may not be effective on all surfaces and for all leaks.

How does Flex Seal work for hot tubs?
    Technically, Flex Seal does work with hot tubs.  You’ll be able to use it to fill a hole or a crack, but there are a few things to factor in about its usability:

• It should only be seen as a temporary fix: As strong and effective as Flex Seal is, it’s not magic.  Your hot tub has a lot of physical pressure on it, from the movement to the heat to the sheer water weight and then the occupants of the tub.  So, Flex Seal can be used in a pinch but you should still call in a technician to have a look at your leak. 

• It may not work on all leak locations: While cracks and small leaks should be okay, generally speaking, it may not be good for all locations.  For instance, that awkward angle that you can’t reach, or perhaps right next to the light fixture or tap.  This is best understood by reading the instructions on Flex Seal to make sure that you don’t use it somewhere that you shouldn’t!

• It’s effectiveness depends on how strong the leak is: If your leak is a large and powerful one, Flex Seal may not hold up for very long.  Even if you let it cure properly, there’s only so much that it can do when it comes to staying strong against your leak.  The more pressure, the faster it’ll break down.

• You must let it cure properly: Okay, so you’re obviously in a hurry to use your hot tub again and we totally get it.  But, if you don’t let the sealant cure properly as directed, it won’t work!  Make sure you follow the instructions to the letter and don’t try to rush the process.

    There are so many potential perks to Flex Seal, especially when it comes to the idea of getting back into that hot tub.  But, you need to make sure that you protect your investment and your home by doing it the right way.  When in doubt, reach out to a professional hot tub repair specialist and ask.  They’ll always be happy to lead you to the right information to the best care of your hot tub.