FAQ - Hot Tub & Pool Trouble Shooting Guide

Need help with your hot tub? Unsure what chemicals to use? Need general maintenance help?

Welcome to the Oasis Pool and Spa Frequently Asked Questions and trouble Shooting Guide.  Here you will find answers to the questions you may have regarding your Hot Tub, Spa or Swimming Pool.

If there is a question you need answering but is not yet in our database, please email us on faq@oasispoolandspa.co.uk and we will be happy to answer it for you.

FAQ - Getting Started and Hot Tub Care:

1. How much water does my Hot Tub hold?
2. How do I fill up my Hot Tub?
3. Whats the process for emptying and refilling my Hot Tub?
4. How often should I check my Hot Tub water?
5. What is the recommended chemical levels for my Hot Tub?
6. How do I test the water in my Hot Tub
7. Bromine or chlorine?
8. Water balance - ph & alkanlinity?
9. What is the ideal Hot Tub temperature
10. What is the safest way to add the chemicals to my Hot Tub?
11. How do I keep my Hot Tub water clean and healthy?

Hot Tub Trouble Shooting:

1. Algae Growth or Green Water
2. Calcium hardness too high/scale formation
3. Calcium hardenss too low
4. Cloudy water
5. Chlorine level low / hard to maintain
6. Chlorine reading is zero using test kit despite chemical additions
7. Chlorine level is high
8. pH level is High
9. pH level is erratic
10. Total Alkalinity low

11. Total Alkalinity high

 Swimming Pool Trouble Shooting:

1. Algae Growth or Green Water
2. Calcium hardness too high/scale formation
3. Calcium hardenss too low
4. Pool grouting soft or eroding
5. Cloudy water
6. Chlorine level low / hard to maintain
7. Chlorine reading is zero using test kit despite chemical additions
8. Chlorine level is high
9. Green Staining
10. pH level is High
11. pH level is erratic
12. Pool walls feel slimy
13. Scale forming on pool surfaces
14. Sharp edges surrounding tiles
15. Total Alkalinity low

16. Total Alkalinity high