Fall is one of the best seasons to enjoy your hot tub – the crisp air makes every soak feel extra cozy. But as the leaves start to drop, it isn’t just the ground they start to colour – they often end up in your home spa too. Leaves, twigs, and seasonal debris can quickly clog filters, alter water chemistry, and make your hot tub look less inviting. The good news? With a few habits and tools, you can keep your hot tub clean, clear, and ready to enjoy all autumn long.
Common Autumn Challenges for Hot Tub Owners
Fall weather brings some different challenges to hot tub owners.
- Leaves and debris: When trees lose their leaves, they are left to fall and float anywhere. Your hot tub is no exception. They can clog filters, float on the water, and disrupt your water chemistry.
- Windy weather: The increased winds can cause more debris to end up in your hot tub. Even if the hot tub appears to be hidden from the elements, the winds can blow anything into the water.
- Cooler temps: With the cold kicking in, your hot tub could be used more frequently, resulting in increased need for water care and maintenance.
Preventative Measures
There are some easy ways to reduce the strain on your hot tub and maintenance time this fall.
Having a high-quality, fitted hot tub cover is a top priority – not just in fall, but year-round. However, the need can increase in autumn months. A Heatshield helps prevent the leaves and debris landing in your water while also protecting it from harsh winds and weather. With more frequent soaks and colder weather, it is also the best way to reduce energy costs by trapping the heat in between use.
2. Garden maintenance
Reduce the risk of falling material by keeping on top of your backyard maintenance. Trim bushes and trees and regularly clear any fallen materials from the ground to prevent the wind blowing them towards your hot tub. Adding a feature such as a pergola or gazebo can also help with protecting your hot tub.
Maintenance Routines
When you are regularly using your hot tub, you need to make sure to follow a well-developed maintenance routine. From daily checks to weekly cleans, this can help with any fallen leaves or debris before they become an issue.
1. Daily Checks
Make sure to have a look at your hot tub every day and remove any leaves or debris that may be on the cover or around it. By wiping it away, you won’t risk it falling or floating in when you open the cover.
When you are using the hot tub, make sure to remove anything that may land during the soak. This makes it easier to keep the water sparking clean. Testing your water after each soak will also make sure you are maintaining balance.
2. Weekly Water Care
While daily checks will keep your hot tub safe for soaking, a weekly cleaning routine will help with maintaining your hot tub health. Establishing a quick set of steps will make this less time consuming.
1. Test the water and check what needs adjusting.
2. Use Beachcomber Water Care to add any products needed.
3. Retest to ensure proper balance.
Extra Tools and Accessories
Some other hot tub tools and accessories you may find useful are:
- Spa vacuum: This will help you remove any sinking leaves and debris from the hot tub water.
- Floating skimmers: These move around the hot tub water surface to collect any small
- Filter cleaner: Your filter is hugely important to hot tub maintenance and care. Having a filter cleaning system will help to ensure it works as needed year-round, especially with more dirt in windy, colder weather.
Fall is all about slowing down, getting cozy, and making the most of your outdoor spaces. With a little extra care, you can keep your hot tub just as inviting as the season itself. By staying on top of leaves and debris, maintaining your cover, and keeping your water balanced, you’ll protect your investment and enjoy crystal-clear soaks all autumn long.
Whether it’s relaxing after a chilly day or gathering with friends under the changing leaves, a clean and well-maintained hot tub helps you make the most of every fall moment. So grab your towel, breathe in that crisp air, and sink into the warmth – your perfectly cared-for spa is waiting.
