Monthly Archives: April 2021

Nothing says relaxation like a soak in the hot tub. But if your spa water is anything less than sparkling clean, it can quickly become dangerous for users. The small size and high temperatures make it a perfect place for bacteria and other contaminants to grow. To make sure that your hot tub is always safe and inviting for your friends and family, follow these tips from the pros at Doheny’s.

Keeping hot tub water clean is probably the most important job of a hot tub owner. Well-balanced chemical levels ensure that nasty bacteria and other contaminants aren’t growing in your spa, ready to cause cloudy water and even make you sick. The only way to keep it clean is by frequently testing the water chemistry and balancing the hot tub chemicals.

Pool owners already know that there are a lot of different chemicals that go into achieving perfectly balanced pool water. pH level is one of the things that can be most intimidating when it comes to water chemistry. In fact, just the mention of pH makes many customers’ palms sweat, perhaps taking them back to their days in chemistry class. But the truth is that it’s not that complicated. Let’s talk about how to balance the pH level in your swimming pool, and we won’t even have to revisit high school.

While a full, healthy swimming pool is definitely the best kind of pool, there are certain circumstances where your inground pool should be drained. This is an overwhelming thought for most pool owners, but it is not that hard to DIY. Let’s talk about when, why, and how to safely drain your inground pool.