With the proper hot tub maintenance checklist, it becomes a straightforward routine: 1. Regular Testing: Check the spa water for pH, total alkalinity, and sanitizer levels.

Over the years, the pool-maintenance industry has rolled out a number of smart devices that make pool cleaning a largely ...

The new restrictions — largely the result of Gov. Jerry Brown’s order to cut water use 25 percent statewide — have become a nightmare for Bay Area pool builders and hot tub retailers.

According to pool pro Jeremy Yamaguchi, the problem of draining is a pretty common one for hot tub owners, and siphoning is a common solution. All in all, siphoning is a useful technique with a ...

Smaller one-inch tablets, which are often used in hot tubs or smaller pools, haven’t been available for months, Keller said. But as of Friday, Pool Xperts still had 25- and 50-pound buckets ...