hot tub cleaning

Hot Tub Biofilm: What That Slime in Your Lines Actually Is

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That slimy gunk coming out of your hot tub jets is biofilm – a bacterial colony living inside your plumbing. It survives regular sanitizer doses and won’t go away on its own. This guide explains what biofilm is, how to flush it out completely, and how to keep it from building back up.

Hot Tub Slime in Plumbing Lines: How to Clean It Out

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That slimy, sometimes smelly gunk coming out of your hot tub jets is biofilm, a bacterial colony living inside your plumbing lines. It won’t clear up on its own, but a proper line purge before your next drain and refill will get rid of it. Here’s exactly how to do it.