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3 Reasons You Need to Upgrade Your Hot Tub Cover to Weathershield Fabric
What is Weathershield Fabric? Weathershield fabric is the most innovative technology you can choose for your hot tub cover. Its superior durability, lighter weight and resistance to the elements of all seasons — from the harsh sun of summer to snow-filled winters — make it the best choice for ensuring the longevity of your cover […]
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3 Reasons You Need to Upgrade Your Hot Tub Cover to Weathershield Fabric
What is Weathershield Fabric? Weathershield fabric is the most innovative technology you can choose for your hot tub cover. Its superior durability, lighter weight and resistance to the elements of all seasons — from the harsh sun of summer to snow-filled winters — make it the best choice for ensuring the longevity of your cover […]
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Why You Need a 2” vs 1” Tapered Hot Tub Cover
What is a Taper? A hot tub cover acts similar to the roof on your house with a pitch and taper — otherwise known as a slope. This taper measures as the thickness from the middle of the cover to the edge. As a result, the cover peaks in the middle and gradually slopes toward […]
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Why is my Hot Tub Water Cloudy and How to Fix it?
Is your hot tub water cloudy? Don’t worry! It’s a common problem and it is usually an easy fix. To safely enjoy your hot tub, your water should be clear enough that you are able to see the bottom of the spa. When the water is cloudy, it’s a sign there is a problem. It […]
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How to lower the Alkalinity in your hot tub?
Did you know one of the most serious problems for hot tubs and hot tub covers results from too much acidity or alkalinity? Too much acidity or alkalinity can cause : Corrosion of the hot tub’s metal parts, including pumps and jets White or rust-colored scales on your hot tub’s plumbing Chlorine When dissolved […]
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Jay’s Retirement
The Cover Guy® and TCG Wellness® are celebrating the many contributions of Jay Labelle and extending best wishes to him for his retirement from the Company. As Co-founder of The Cover Guy®, Jay has been instrumental from the founding of the business to the leadership role he has provided over the years developing and implementing […]
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How to remove a stuck Hot Tub Filter?
Is your hot tub filter stuck? Do you know how to remove it if it is? In this article, we will go over the best ways to remove a hot tub filter when it is stuck and how to avoid getting it stuck in the first place. Why is my Filter stuck? Here are a […]
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Weekly Hot Tub Maintenance Checklist
Being a hot tub owner also means being responsible for regular maintenance and upkeep to ensure your hot tub is clean and keeps working efficiently. Taking the time to inspect your hot tub regularly will also help prevent any potential long term damage. Does a hot tub require a lot of maintenance? Not necessarily. By […]
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Hot Tub Filters: How to clean?
While tending to the regular maintenance of your hot tub, it is also important to remember to clean your hot tub filter. The filter must be kept free of debris, dirt, and sediment that can otherwise keep it from functioning correctly. If the filter is blocked by dirt, water may be unable to pass through […]
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Hot Tub Filters: How often to clean and when to change?
The regular maintenance of your hot tub is key in ensuring your hot tub keeps running smoothly. To avoid any issues or damage to your hot tub, your filter should be a part of that regular maintenance plan and must be kept free of dirt and debris. Why clean your hot tub filter? Climate and […]
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Bromine vs Chlorine
The question is often asked, “Which is better, bromine or chlorine?” As a pool or hot tub owner, you know chemicals are a must to keep your water clean and sanitized. Managing the use of these chemicals is not all that difficult and you can read more about how to do so effectively here. In […]
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Weathershield Fabric: What, Why & Care
The Cover Guy is proud to introduce Weathershield fabric into our menu of customizable options for all hot tub covers. Upgrade Your Cover with the Premium WeatherShield Material What is Weathershield Fabric? Weathershield is a solution dyed polyester fabric which creates a beautiful alternative to standard vinyl material from which hot tub covers have been […]
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How to Test your Hot Tub Water
How to Test your Hot Tub Water Testing your hot tub water seems like a pretty easy thing to do especially with the awesome hot tub water test strips that are available today. You don’t have to be a chemist anymore with drops of this and drops of that. You simply place the strip in […]
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Why you should buy a Hot Tub Ozonator
If you are a hot tub owner, or if you’re looking to buy one, chances are you have already heard about hot tub ozonators. A hot tub ozonator allows you to control your water quality. And it doesn’t hurt that it will save you money too. Keep reading to know more about what a […]
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How to Take Care of Your Hot Tub Cover
A hot tub cover is a very important piece of equipment and caring for it should be included in your regular hot tub maintenance. The cover protects your hot tub from unwanted debris, harsh weather conditions and backyard animals. Covers also help you save on energy costs by keeping the heat inside your hot tub […]
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5 Ways to Reduce your Hot Tub Energy Bill
One of the biggest bugbears of hot tub ownership has always been that pesky power bill. Takes a lot of energy to keep your hot tub hot, especially during the colder months. It is possible, however, to tame the beast. It is possible to reduce that ravenous grizzly down to teddy bear size. And it’s surprisingly easy to do.
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Hot Tub Cover Lifter Buying Guide
In this Post we have put together a hot tub cover lifter buying guide for choosing the perfect hot tub cover lifter for your hot tub space. There are three things to consider when your making your purchase of a hot tub cover lifter.
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How to Use (or Not) your Hot Tub in The Winter
there are precautions you need to take for hot tubbing in the Winter, and doing a little winter preparations to your hot tub will have you set for a season of relaxation and bliss. So we have put together a little hot tub care 101 for using your hot tub in the winter.
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