How Do I Clean My Hot Tub Without Draining The Water?

Okay, so you really want to figure out how you can effectively clean your hot tub but you don’t want to drain it.  Perhaps you just drained it and it’s got some build-up, or some dirt or something that is now making your entire hot tub dirty, you may want to figure out how you can clean out your hot tub without having to drain it again.  We get it, so here’s some advice to keep in mind.

The best solution
    You aren’t going to want to hear this, maybe, but you’ll most likely find that your best bet is going to be draining your hot tub.  It’s the only way that you’ll get all of the dirt and grit and general build-up out completely, and that’s part of why regularly draining your hot tub is so important!  Sure, it’s an extra drain cycle, but it can help you out a whole lot.

Other non-draining solutions
    Okay, if that’s really not an option for whatever reason, there are a few alternatives that you can try to help clean your hot tub effectively when you are looking for a little extra power and comfort when it comes to cleanliness.  These include:

• Vacuum and scrub combination: You’ll want to blend a spa vacuum along with something like a scrubbing brush or something else to help loosen the grit off the sides, bottom, or whatever it is that you’re looking to clean effectively,  The two of them together will help you get to the bottom of the issue pretty well.

• Pipe scrubber: So, obviously, you can’t literally stick a brush in there, but you can get a chemical look alike that doesn’t need you to drain the tub in order to use it.  Most do require draining, so make sure you get the right one!

• Hook up an external pool filter: A pool filter is great at getting rid of debris and grit, so you’re going to want to hook up a filter for the pool that will help freshen the water and give you a longer span between cleanings.  Since these are intended for heavier cleaning, they'll work great and it will offer you a lot of comfort, too, when compared to the first listed item!

• Take the jets and soak’em in vinegar: The jets often are responsible for a lot of the dirt and build up, so if you are struggling to enjoy clean water, then pop them out and soak them in vinegar.  You’ll want a 50/50 ratio between water and vinegar.  You’ll also want to rinse them off thoroughly in fresh water before putting them back into the spa, too.

    While they are not quite as effective as just draining your spa, it is nice to know that there are trustworthy options to help you lighten the load when you need it.  Whether you try all of these or one of them, they’ll be what you need to give you the best clean in your tub without the need to drain the water.

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