Posted on June 10, 2015

Do you feel like you are constantly fighting low pH in your hot tub or pool? Did you know that pH is affected by something called Alkalinity? If your alkalinity is low it will continuously pull your pH down. It is key to test your alkalinity and balance it prior to trying to adjusting your pH.  For […]

Posted on May 27, 2015

If you are tired of foamy water or scuzzy scum lines it might be time to consider a Hydro Mop or Scum Bug for your Hot Tub. Our swim suits and of course our bodies expel all sorts of things into the hot tub that sit on the surface and can cause frustrations for you. […]

Posted on May 6, 2015

Whether you have a hot tub, pool or swim spa you will rely on proper filtration for sparkling clear water. Do you know when you cleaned or backwashed your filter last? We recommend rinsing hot tub filters once a week and soaking them in a filter cleaner every 4-6 weeks. Pool filters come in two […]

Posted on April 29, 2015

pH measures the level of acidity or basicity of your water. It is important to monitor it with some degree of regularity to ensure not only bather comfort but also safety. If your pH is not in the ideal range of 7.2 – 7.8, your sanitizer will be less effective and you may experience some […]

Posted on April 23, 2015

A pool should be a place for your family and friends to relax and have fun, NOT a cause of stress and frustration. There are a few quick and easy things you can do in the spring to ensure your pool is stress free for the summer! Come in and talk to one of our water […]

Posted on April 15, 2015

When treating and adjusting your hot tub balances, follow the alphabet. Alkalinity should always be adjusted first, followed by Bromine or Chlorine and finally the pH. Okay, I know pH doesn’t start with C but you get the idea! This little tip should help you remember the order in which you check and treat your […]

Posted on April 1, 2015

Our priority is your families safety. We want to ensure you understand how to safely use less chemical but still maintain clean bacteria-free water in your pool or hot tub. There are all sorts of sites providing information that is neither safe nor accurate and we want to help you as you sift through this. […]

Posted on March 11, 2015

The days are getting longer and the sun’s rays are getting warmer!!! This is great news for everyone except, your Hot Tub cover. Make sure your cover is ready for the heat of summer by treating it with our moisturizing Cover-All.  For more information on maintaining your Hot Tub or Pool so that it operates […]

Posted on March 2, 2015

Wilf Mann was in the store this morning getting his hot tub water tested and couldn’t say enough about the medical benefits he and his wife have received from owning a hot tub. They retired and moved down from Calgary about 21 years ago. The house they bought had a Beachcomber Hot Tub at the […]

Posted on February 18, 2015

We hear this all the time from our customers. I am here to tell you it doesn’t have to be that way! The strong smells that are sometimes emitted from your Hot Tub are usually caused by chloramines (combined chlorine).  What does that mean?! It means that the chlorine in your tub is “locked” and […]