Spring is here, bringing warmer days and the perfect opportunity to refresh your backyard oasis. While spring cleaning often focuses on indoor spaces, your outdoor area deserves attention, too — especially if you own a hot tub. Tackling seasonal maintenance now ensures your spa is ready for long summer nights, morning soaks, and backyard gatherings.
Not sure where to start? This April checklist will help you deep clean your hot tub, refresh your patio, and prep your yard for the season ahead.
April checklist for hot tub owners
April is an ideal time for taking advantage of the warmer weather and prep your yard for summer fun. These tasks will help you tackle routine hot tub maintenance, refresh your patio, and get your garden ready.
Your April checklist should include the following:
- Inspect and clean your patio (sweep, power wash, and check for cracks).
- Test your hose and spigot for leaks or winter damage.
- Drain and refill your hot tub to maintain clean, fresh water.
- Replace your EcoPur filter to keep your water clear.
- Remove leaves and debris from around your spa and garden.
- Power wash your home’s siding to remove dirt and mildew.
- Check and clean outdoor furniture to prepare for relaxing evenings.
- Wash patio doors and windows for a streak-free shine.
- Clean hot tub skirting to keep your spa looking its best.
- Spruce up your patio with fresh decor and greenery.
- Tend to perennials and apply weed prevention for a tidy yard.
By tackling these projects now, you’ll create an inviting outdoor space that’s ready for spring and summer enjoyment.
Spring cleaning for hot tub owners
Spring is the perfect season to give your patio and hot tub area a refresh. Whether you need to do a deep clean or just spruce up the space, taking time to spring clean your hot tub will make sure you can fully enjoy your spa.
Scan concrete pad and patio
Whether you have a pavers or concrete pad, the first thing you should do this spring is to sweep your patio. It’s also a good idea to give it a good power wash so you can take a good look at it. Depending on where you live, the freeze and thaw cycle can stress the concrete. Check the concrete for any stains, damage, or cracks. If you have a crack wider than a nickel, have a contractor inspect your pad.
Master Spas recommends that owners install their hot tub on a reinforced concrete base. A properly installed pad, which is reinforced and maintained, can last a long, long time. Think 50 years or more.
Learn more about how to plan for your hot tub installation and download our Backyard Planning Guide.
Test hose and spigot
Your outdoor water sources are essential for maintaining both your yard and spa. Before starting your spring hot tub maintenance, test your hose and spigot to ensure they are in good working order and free from leaks.
Drain and refill your hot tub
When was the last time you drained your hot tub? If it was more than six months ago, it’s a good idea to drain and refill your hot tub. Why? Water can only “hold” so much. At a certain point, the chemicals will not be able to do their job. Old hot tub water will be harder to keep clear and clean. Draining your hot tub and refilling it will make sure you are soaking safely.
Master Spas recommends draining your hot tub every six months. Spas feature an internal drain to make the process easier or you can also use a submersible pump.
Replace EcoPur Filter
Your filter is a key component of your hot tub. It helps keep the water clean and clear, catching debris like leaves and other contaminants. But the filter can’t do its job forever. Whether you use your hot tub every day or once a week, it’s important to replace your filters once a year. In addition, the EcoPur filter core should be replaced every six months. Spring is the perfect time to replace these components so that you can maintain your water quality.
Remove leaves and debris
Winter can leave behind a mess of leaves and debris. Take time to rake and clear the area around your hot tub. If you have perennials, wait until daytime temperatures consistently reach 50 degrees before removing mulch and leaves to protect emerging growth.
Power wash home
Dirt and mold can build up on the siding of your home over time. Giving your siding a good power wash can not only improve your home’s curb appeal but it will improve the appearance of your backyard, too. If you have never used a pressure washer, be sure to wear eye protection and old clothes. You might be cleaning your siding but it’s a messy job! It’s also important to stand at least 18 inches away from your home to protect the siding.
Outdoor furniture
Patio furniture is just as much an investment as your indoor pieces. With proper care, it should last season after season. But as you tackle your April checklist, it’s a good idea to give your patio furniture the once-over to make sure it’s ready for summer. Depending on the material, you should look for rust or corrosion (stainless steel), any cracks or splintering (wood), and mold (fabric cushions). You can also give your furniture new life with stain or fresh cushions, starting the season in style.
Clean patio doors and windows
Are you ready to feel a warm, gentle breeze as you cook dinner? There’s nothing like fresh air circulating through the house to make it feel like spring. Emphasis on “fresh.” Before you open up the house, you should remove screens and clean them. All you need is a mild detergent and soft brush. As you wash, check to see whether any screens need to be replaced. Rinse with a hose, let dry, and put back in place.
Clean hot tub skirting
Make your hot tub the star of your backyard by keeping it in tip-top shape. An easy way to keep your hot tub looking its best is to clean the skirting. Your Master Spa has a durable, weather-resistant cabinet that’s easy to maintain. Simply rinse it off with your garden hose. If necessary, you can use a mild soap and water with soft cloth to wipe down the cabinet surface. Be sure to rinse thoroughly.
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Dress up patio
The fun part — decorating! You want to make your outdoor space inviting and comfortable. Make sure you have a spot where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or chill out after a soak in your hot tub. Planters with colorful annuals, outdoor curtains, and string lights are among the ways that you can refresh your space.
Tend to perennials
Perennials flowers create a beautiful garden year after year with less maintenance. As you prep your yard for summer, cut back perennial stems like Russian sage and clean up any dead brush.
Preventative weed care
There might not be anything more frustrating than to see dandelion after dandelion pop up between your pavers. To keep weeds from germinating, apply a herbicide like Preen. You can apply the product to your pavers and gravel areas that might be surrounding your hot tub.
How to buy a hot tub
Are you ready to transform your vacation rental into an oasis? A Master Spas hot tub can help guests relax and unwind while staying at your vacation rental. You can click here to discover our secrets to creating a backyard oasis. Or, contact your local Master Spas retailer to learn more about swim spa ownership. Wondering how much a hot tub costs? You can request a quote here.