No. And yes. Fresh clean water is what you want in your tub. Warm water in a hot tub will get unsanitary quickly unless you are proactive. There are a lot of so-called "non-chemical" sanitation products that are mostly wishful thinking. To have safe water without being a chemist, we recommend using the "bank and activate" sodium bromide salt approach. This is a very simple, safe, and vigorous way to keep your tub water safe for your family.

All public swimming pools or spas are required to have a permit to operate issued by the Environmental Management Department, Environmental Health Division. Private pools and spas are those which are intended for non-commercial use and are not used by more than three owner families and their guests. Private pools meeting this requirement do not require a permit to operate from our Department.

NO. There are several alternatives to chlorine. One alternative for pools is to use bromine. It is, however, costly and somewhat difficult to keep in pools, so unless it is an indoor pool or one that is primarily covered, we do not recommend it. Another alternative is a salt-chlorine generator. While this isn't an "alternative" to chlorine in the truest sense of the word, it is a much more comfortable and natural way of chlorinating the pool.

For Ink systems special chemicals which are preloaded into towlettes which in turn are used for clean-up. Typically a inkless system requires no clean-up because there is no ink.

Not typically sick, just itchy. Some few people may experience some objective property such as earaches, sore throat, sickness and vomiting, headache and/or a mild fever.

There is one heated pool, which is at Rec. Center #1, 15216 Ranch Circle South. The temperature is set for automatic heating at 82 degrees.

Yes, you should clean your filter once every three months, but may very with hot tub usage. Clogged or dirty filters will strain your pump and can cause heating problems.

You may feel your cover system keeps most dirt and debris out of your pool, so you may need to clean your pool on a less frequent basis than before.

Because of the chemicals that most people put in their spa baths we do not recommend that you use the Q2 Water Energy System in the spa. These chemicals are the same principle of foreign additives to the water, they are bad for the unit and bad for you. Another reason is that the current from the air jets could damage the unit. In addition, the fact that the water in spa baths is not changed after every bath does not make this a very good choice for treatment with the Q2 Water Energy System.

Yes you should shock the water after you've filled the spa and removed the hardness from the water, and before using PristineBlue, using a non-chlorine shock. PristinePower, supplied in the starter kit, is best. When using PristineBlue, you should also shock water fortnightly with PristinePower to destroy organic wastes, body fats and oils that the filter is unable to remove. This will help to keep the water crystal clear and ensure that you use less of the PristineBlue liquid.

Pools should be disinfected continuously by a chemical which imparts a residual effect. Chlorine is a type of "disinfectant", also called a "sanitizer". Disinfectants or sanitizers destroy living microorganisms and bacteria, preventing the transmission of disease. There are several types of disinfectants, such as chlorine, bromine, ozone and UV light. Public pools need a disinfectant with a measurable residual.

Although the pH and total alkalinity measurements are the same, the sanitizer level (bromine or chlorine) should be kept between 3-5 ppm. In a spa, the filter requires more frequent cleanings. In addition, the water will require more frequent care to assure pH and sanitizer levels are correct. For further details, please see our spa care guides for Leisure Time. These products are meant to be used in water that contains less than 150 ppm calcium hardness.

Yes, pool chemicals are still required. A good test kit will indicate when and how much dosing your swimming pool requires. The pH needs to be adjusted as usual and chlorine is required in small amounts. Algaecides, algaestats, flocculants and coagulants are not required when you use the Pool Wizard. Because the Pool Wizard purifies the swimming pool water naturally without adding harsh chemicals, the cost and time spent maintaining the proper water balance will be radically reduced.

There are quite a few swimming pool supply stores in the County that offer excellent professional advice on how to maintain your pool. In the event that you would prefer not to maintain the pool yourself, professional pool service companies are available. In addition, there are basic pool maintenance training programs available. Your inspector is enforcing state law.

Spa pool acne is a frequent (and medically incorrect) name for "pseudomonas folliculitis" which is typically known as "spa pool folliculitis" We have just reached the tip of the iceberg, as the remainder of this article will help to further your understanding of this complex subject.

Spa pool folliculitis is a skin term that looks very much like acne but is caused by a bacterial infection of beard follicles. This term is most typically caused by bacteria (P. aeruginosa) found in poorly maintained municipal swimming pools, Jacuzzis and hot tubs.

a general rule, the order for water balance adjustment is as follows: calcium hardness, total alkalinity, pH. After each application of a chemical, circulate the water for four to six hours to allow proper mixing in the water before sampling the water again or making additional chemical applications.

Ideally, chlorinated or brominated pools need to be tested DAILY. SoftSwim® pools can be tested weekly.

Regular, accurate testing of your pool water prevents water problems which lead to down time & unhappy pool users. It also prevents long-term problems such as corrosion of filters & metal pool accessories & parts. Prevention of scaling of a pool's heater is another long-term need. Your pool's pH is a critical factor in how well everything works.

No. However it is fair to say that on some stubborn stains or heavily soiled areas the use of a cleaning aid will speed up the process. DO NOT USE BLEACH WITH STEAM. Steam will turn the bleach caustic and if breathed in may cause damage and WILL cause a big headache. DO NOT ADD ANY CLEANING AGENTS TO THE BOILER. This effects the boiling point of water and WILL damage your steam cleaner which will no longer be covered by ant warranty.