by Joy Lajom | Oct 18, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Hot Tub
Hot tubs have continued to gain popularity over the last few years, yet many people are not educated about the importance of safety and hygiene in the hot tub. To stay safe and healthy and enjoy many years with your hot tub, we want to bring you up to speed on the things you need to know! Hot Tub Hygiene Tips Did you know that human skin carries microbes that can be excreted through bodily fluids like tears? These bacteria can survive for days in water and easily infect eyes, mouth and nose, as well as skin. If you have multiple users of your hot tub and aren’t exercising proper hygiene, you are putting everyone at risk for infection. If kids are in the water, they can get water in their mouths and contract digestive tract and other intestinal issues from these bacteria. So, the first order of attack for good hot tub hygiene is to make sure that anyone who has had recent diarrhea, skin infections or open wounds stay OUT of the hot tub! They can put any other users at risk. Test Kits This is a very crucial part of maintaining a safe hot tub. Your hot tub will come with a test kit that has strips and tablets. They will test for the levels of bromine and chlorine. You need to understand these levels and know what they should be so you can adjust accordingly. Bromine is a disinfectant to keep the water clean. It is usually distributed from a little container or float that has an open-close system to regulate it. Water enters and...
by Joy Lajom | Apr 25, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Hot Tub
Hot tubs and spas spell one thing for most of us: luxury. While they are luxurious and enjoyable, they don’t have to be unattainable. It’s easier than you think to own your own hot tub! When it comes to major investments, you have to weigh the benefit of the item to the potential cost. With hot tubs, you will no doubt enjoy it often, if not daily. It may be for physical therapy benefits, relieving muscles soreness and tension, or just for relaxation after a hard day. Whatever the case, you might be surprised at how quickly a hot tub or spa will pay for itself! What To Consider When Choosing A Hot Tub Reviews. It’s important to see what others are saying about the hot tub Myrtle Beach you are considering. Get online and read the reviews people have posted. Keep in mind, these are just opinions and may not predict your own experience. Take a good look at the features of each model and ask for help in deciding which of these features are most important for you. Good sales people will walk you through that process. Compare prices. Of course, you will want to have several price points to look at, but remember that the most expensive isn’t always the best quality and the cheaper models don’t mean they are junk. Find a price point that works for your budget and then try to get the most bang for your buck with the features. Myrtle Beach hot tubs, like pools, can be above ground or in ground. There are benefits to both. They can also be...
by Joy Lajom | Jan 25, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Hot Tub
It’s a dream for most of us to own a hot tub. Today’s models and prices make that dream a reality more than ever before. If you’re one of the lucky ones who owns a hot tub, then you’ll surely want to know how to take care of it and maintain it properly so that you get many years of warm, satisfying soaks! Here are some tips you should follow to keep your hot tub in good working order. The Basics Of Hot Tub Care Chlorine levels: We cannot say enough how critical this step is! You need to check the chlorine levels often and make sure they are always at the right balance in order to keep the water safe. This also goes for Bromine and any other sanitizing agent. Purchase a testing kit from your local pool dealer. Use the economy mode—it saves money! You can save money on your energy bills by keeping the water’s temperature a bit lower than called for, especially if you’re not using it. When you want to take a soak, turn the temperature up around 104 degrees and enjoy! PH levels need to be regularly checked. A couple of times a week will suffice. If the pH levels are off, it can cause eyes to become irritated and the water to be cloudy. Change the water in your hot tub when necessary. A general rule of thumb is 3-4 times a year. You may choose to change it more often depending on how frequently you use it. Keep in mind that you still have to test the ph balance and alkalinity...
by admin | Dec 16, 2016 | Myrtle Beach Hot Tub
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and absolutely nothing makes us jollier than keeping warm in a bubbling hot tub from Elko Spas, Billiards and Pools throughout a cold winter night. So we’ve produced the supreme guide to throwing a joyful Christmas hot tub celebration to assist you host the best and most unique Christmas party around! Here’s what you’ll have to do. Make Sure Your Hot Tub is Squeaky Clean Your hot tub water should be shining like fresh snow for your Christmas celebration. Prior to welcoming guests over: Clean your filters and test your water’s chemical balance. Bring a sample of the water to Elko Spas, Billiards and Pools for testing. Drain your hot tub if you haven’t drained your hot tub in 4 months or longer and clean the jets and shell with a recommended all purpose cleaner from our showroom. Ask the technician what they recommend for a cleaner and gloss to clean the surface. Finally, fill up your tub with fresh, sparkling water and add the appropriate chemicals and sanitizers. Change Your Hot Tub into a Winter Wonderland With Christmas Decorations Festively embellish your jacuzzi and the area around it to get your visitors in the Christmas spirit when you: Get your hot tub looking merry by setting your LED lighting to green or red within and finish it off with waterproof Christmas lights. Change your jacuzzi into the best present of the year by wrapping a long waterproof ribbon around it and loving it with waterproof bows. Include wintery details by hanging plastic snowflakes and lights in the trees around your jacuzzi, location...
by admin | Nov 16, 2016 | Myrtle Beach Hot Tub, Myrtle Beach Pools
Having a cover for your hot tub is as essential as the hot tub itself. Here are some facts about hot tub covers and why you want to make sure you have one installed. Why you need a hot tub cover The keep impurities from getting into your Jacuzzi Leaves, insects and trash can blow into your hot tubs causing problems with the filter and polluting the water. A cover will keep these problems at a minimum. Even if your tub is not outdoors but inside a porch or sun room, you will still get impurities in the tub if it is not covered. Protection for pets and children. You have heard the horror stories of children drowning in a hot tub. Children and pets are curious and will climb up anything to see what is inside. Most hot tub covers are very heavy and will prevent a pet or child from accidentally falling into the hot tub. The heaviness of the cover also prevents children from lifting up the cover and trying to crawl into the hot tubs. A cover will protect your Jacuzzi from sunlight. Exposure to the direct sun can cause problems. Also, when the weather is warmer the sun can cause bacteria to build up and increased algae in your hot tub. Having a cover will protect the tub from excessive sunlight. A cover will help to retain heat. It can be expensive to maintain a hot water temperature in your hot tub. Having a cover will help to retain the heat in the tub and lower your electric bill. Most covers are insulated with...
