Crisp, cool evenings are on the horizon. As we near the end to another arduous summer season, at Creative Environments, we are ready to prep your spa for the fall season!

Before the autumn days and nights arrive, there are a few things we recommend you do to prep your hot tub for the time ahead. Here’s our advice:

Flush Your System

While tempting to skip this step, flushing and draining your system should be performed at least yearly. We recommend checking your instruction manual and opting for a system flush designed for your spa needs. Flushing your system before draining is the best way to remove bacteria growth in pipes, reduce fungal growth, and aid in eliminating water balancing issues. 

Draining

Make sure that your system is shut down completely, then connect a hose to your unit’s drain valve. Be sure that the other end of the hose is in a good place, i.e. away from your foundation or any other backyard structures. Then, release the access valve and let your tub drain completely. 

Clean Filter Cartridge

Since it’s best to replace your filter cartridge once or twice a year, draining your spa is an ideal time to clean or replace it. Deep cleaning or replacing the cartridge can extend your system’s life and reduce cloudy water.

Clean and Fill

Before you start filling up your spa, take a moment and wipe down the interior. Be sure to do the shell and cover. Once done, you can then start to refill your spa. We recommend using a hose end-filter to keep hard water debris out of your spa and maintain water quality

Sanitize and Balance

Last but not least, you’ll want to check your water balance and adjust chemicals as necessary to maintain sparkling clean and healthy water.

All in all, prepping your spa for fall is something that will make the rest of the season more enjoyable. Contact our maintenance team today for more spa prepping tips!