How To Clean Jacuzzi Jets

By: Alphonso Sirtle


Jacuzzi tubs are found in hotels, in hospitals, aboard cruise ships, and in homes. In fact they are recognized around the world as one of the best high end spas on the market. To keep that spa operating properly you need to clean Jacuzzi jets regularly.

To make sure your jetted bathtubs or spas circulation system is operating properly and to ensure that your keep repairs to a minimum it is important that you clean your tub and jets on a regular basis.

When you dont regularly clean your spa tub you get a build up of soap scum, body oil, and even dirt that can build in the pipes and plumbing eventually causing you a great deal of grief. The same goes for your hot tub with the exception of soap scum.

Improperly cleaning can also cause potential health risks because germs and bacteria have a chance to grow. You dont want that do you? So make sure you do your maintenance regularly according to the manufacturers directions or more often if things are looking dirty.

The best way is to clean after every use. Its an easy process. Just fill with cold water to just above the jets and let the jets run for ten minutes which will flush out any residue.

Every couple of months take your regular cleaner that you use around the house and fill the tub with hot water then adding the cleaner, half cup of bleach, and two tablespoons of dishwasher detergent. Let run for fifteen minutes with the air control completely open.

Drain after fifteen minutes then refill with cold water and let run for another ten minutes. There are also products on the market that are designed to clean your spa jets. If you prefer you can buy one of these products to use. It does keep things simple.

Just follow the directions provided on the product you purchase. Remember more does not mean it will do a better job. In fact some of these products can be corrosive and using too much can actually cause damage so do yourself a favor and follow the directions carefully.

Once youve given the jets a good cleaning why not give the exterior a nice polish. The polished designed especially for the finish of these tubs is easy to apply and it keeps your tub looking just like the day it came off the assembly line. Its a great way to ensure that your hot tub lasts a lifetime and looks good for the whole time!

Your Jacuzzi spa or tub was a big investment so you dont want to find it broken because you couldnt be bothered to do a small amount of regular maintenance. After all cleaning the jets isnt really that big of a deal and it means youll have less downtime why not do it?

You want to take care of your investment and ensure it provides years of enjoyment. Now that you know how to clean Jacuzzi jets youll be on your way to extending the life of your spa or whirlpool tub.


Alphonso has been working in the home remodeling industry for last 5 years. Take advantage of his experience and written material on hot tub