Hot Tub Pumps

Hot Tub Pumps Maintenance Tips

Despite being sold at such a steep price, home spas and hot tubs have become increasingly popular over the years. But the buying cost is not the only thing the hot tub owners should be concerned about but also the maintenance of the parts of the said hot tubs to keep it working on top condition. There's the covers, chemicals, filters, heater and then the hot tub pumps.

Hot tub owners should accept the fact that sometimes in the future the hot tub pump will fail, and this damage could even cost you more than buying a new pump. So routine inspection of your pump is a must if you want to prevent damage to it. A good hot tub pump is said to last 6-8 years so having a reserve that will serve as a replacement certainly won't hurt. Here are some tips on how to maintain your hot tub pumps.

A good rule of thumb when to inspect your hot tub pump is every time you clean the tub filter. Try checking for water leakage and loud motor noises. Puddles of water under the pump are one of the best visual signs that the pumps may be having problems and usually indicates that the watertight seals have been broken. If these symptoms are present then this is a sign that you should repair or replace your hot tub pump before it breaks and does damage to the tub's heater.

It may be feasible that you can replace the pump yourself but it would require knowledge of dismantling and restoring pumps. But this task can quite risky if you don't know what you are doing, so it is better to hire a professional to have things checked or replace the old defective pump.

When you have decided that you should replace your pump, there are some specifications that you should keep in mind. Mainly the: Electrical installation requirements, 120 VAC or 220 VAC? Port opening 2" or 1.5"? Double speed or single speed? And lastly, the HP rating.

When buying new pumps, always consider quality. Get something better than your old hot tub pump. Although it will probably cost you more, it's a worthy investment than buying an inferior pump that will break sooner. Good quality pumps are more durable, consumes less power and runs quieter. For this you can try to look online for the best premium pumps your money can buy, they are usually a lot cheaper than buying in an actual store.