The Complete Guide to Hot Tub Chemicals and Maintenance
Published May 29, 2023
If you own a hot tub, keeping it clean and safe for soaking should be a top priority. To achieve this, you need to use the right chemicals. However, knowing which chemicals to use, when to use them, how much to use, and how to add them to your hot tub can be confusing. But don't worry, it's not as c...
A Guide to Exercising in Swim Spas
Published May 15, 2023
Swim spas are a great way to get in shape and develop your swim endurance while also providing an enjoyable alternative to traditional workouts. With the combination of swim jets, swim current and variable speeds, swim spas provide a unique environment for swimming training. And with their therapeut...
Swim Spa or a Pool: Which is better?
Published May 11, 2023
Swim spas are becoming increasingly popular as a backyard feature. But what is the difference between swim spas and pools? In this article, we'll explore the features of swim spas versus traditional swimming pools to help you decide which option is best for your needs. Swim spas and traditional p...
Understanding the Different Types of Swim Spas: Which One is Right for You?
Published May 10, 2023
Swim spas are a great way to enjoy the benefits of a traditional swimming pool and a hot tub combined into one convenient unit. Not only do they take up less space, but they are also more cost-effective and easier to maintain. If you are considering investing in a swim spa, it is essential to unders...
Common Questions When Purchasing a Hot Tub
Published May 1, 2023
If you are considering buying a hot tub, you may have several questions. Hot tubs can be a big investment and it’s important to make sure that yours is the right one for your family. To help clarify some of the most common queries about purchasing a hot tub, we’ve created this guide with answers to...
Swim Spa or Swimming Pool: Which is best for you?
Published April 17, 2023
Swim spas are becoming increasingly popular as a backyard feature. But what is the difference between swim spas and pools? In this article, we'll explore the features of swim spas versus traditional swimming pools to help you decide which option is best for your needs. Swim spas and traditional pool...
What's the Best Investment: regular water or salt water hot tubs?
Published April 1, 2023
When considering the type of hot tub to invest in, traditional hot tubs that use regular water may be the better option. While saltwater hot tubs have some benefits, there are several factors that make traditional hot tubs more appealing. Cost-wise, traditional hot tubs have a lower upfront cost...
Propulsion vs. Jetted: Which Swim Spa System is Right for You
Published February 7, 2023
When buying a swim spa one of the most important things to consider is the swim current. Exploring the difference between a good swim current and a poor swim current will give you a few helpful tips for how to choose the right unit for you, and where the PDC Spas® swim spa products fall into place....
How to Find the Right Swim Spa Manufacturer
Published January 9, 2023
Finding the right swim spa manufacturer is essential in ensuring you get a swim spa that meets your needs and budget. It’s important to do some research before selecting a swim spa manufacturer so you can be sure they are reliable and trustworthy. Here are some tips on how to find the best swim spa...
What Are The Benefits Of A Hot Tub?
Published December 11, 2022
Hot tubs are an incredibly beneficial addition to any home. In addition to providing a relaxing and enjoyable hot water experience, hot tubs offer a range of other benefits as well. From improved physical health to enhanced mental wellbeing, hot tubs can help improve your overall quality of life. He...
Common Questions When Purchasing a Hot Tub
Published November 30, 2022
If you are considering buying a hot tub, you may have several questions. Hot tubs can be a big investment and it’s important to make sure that yours is the right one for your family or business. To help clarify some of the most common questions about purchasing a hot tub, we’ve created this guide wi...
Cabinet Maintenance: Cleaning and Repair
Published December 16, 2020
How to Clean PermaWood: PDC Spas hot tub and swim spa PermaWood cabinets are low maintenance and easy to keep looking nice for the life of your product. To clean your cabinet use hot soapy water, or any water-based cleaner (409, Windex, Pledge, etc.). To clean with hot soapy water, rinse the cabi...
Manufacturing During a Pandemic
Published November 23, 2020
Manufacturing During a Pandemic: Production, Supplies and Support Published November 23, 2020 In March 2020, the shockwaves of COVID rattled all corners of the globe and affected nearly every aspect of our personal and professional lives as we knew them. Lockdowns, masks and fear became a dail...
The Smoothest, Most Natural Swim Spa Current
Published June 9, 2020
PDC Spas: Patented Propulsion Published: June 9, 2020 PDC Spas is proud to announce their patent award for propulsion swim spa design and this article as printed in SpaRetailer magazine, June 2020 issue, by Michelle Cramer. PDC Spas strives for the optimal swim experience with...
Swim Spas and Hot Tubs: Enhance Your New Lifestyle
Published April 30, 2020
With gyms closed and social separation being a priority during these times many are wondering how to cope with the “new normal”. Trying to find a solution that works for you and the entire family at home may seem like a daunting task. We all know that exercise is important for your health, mental an...
Confidence in Safe Water Relaxation
Published March 24, 2020
For customers concerned about the safety of relaxing in a hot tub or swim spa, please review below the statement as printed in AQUA magazine, March 2020, by Alex Panaigua: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides preventive measures on their website. In an official guidance sta...
Hot Tub and Swim Spa Reviews
Published September 27, 2019
Clearing the Air with Chris Wheatley, HotTubUniversity.com When customers are researching hot tubs and swim spas online, it can be hard to distinguish the simple truth from the cloud of high budget propaganda. Amongst all the reviews, videos and forums is a straight shooter by the name of Chris...
How To Winterize Your Hot Tub and Swim Spa
Published September 12, 2019
Your PDC Spas hot tub/swim spa has been designed to be used year‐round and it is certainly suggested that you enjoy the many benefits of your spa purchase in any season. However, if you should decide to not use your spa during the winter months, it must be cared for properly to avoid damage. Dur...
Proper Ozone Maintenance
Published September 7, 2019
EverPure™ Ozone Maintenance Ozone and ozone/UV-C systems are the white knights of water purification, fighting daily to destroy bacteria, viruses, mildew and other contaminants that may lurk in your spa water. Ozone not only destroys these microorganisms and oils in the water, but it also...
Health Benefits of Exercising in Water: Improve Your Health
Published August 13, 2019
Take time out of your busy schedule to focus on your health and happiness. Find out how exercising in the water can be an easy solution while taking a minimal amount of your time. Swim spas can offer maximum benefits to those who have a variety of ailments and needs. The f...
Installing a Swim Spa: 3 Key Points
Published June 26, 2019
Trying to decide on whether a swim spa is right for you? Have you decided to “take the plunge” and just need to be sure to have your area properly set up and ready for delivery? Swim spa installation is fairly easy but you must remember to consider a few things before you are ready to install. It...
Training in Water: 3 Things you Didn’t Know
Published June 10, 2019
Running in water has many benefits over traditional running. Not only does training in a swim spa offer increased tension but it reduces the amount of stress on the joints. Keep your muscles strong and ready, workout year-round, and vary your everyday workout to something more fun. Runners world...
Montgomery Area High School Award Winning Experience
Published May 16, 2019
Produced by Dylan Ring, Mike Phillips and Logan Pick. Special acknowledgement to Laura Ulrich for her voiceover work. Looking for an opportunity to gain hands on experience and real world application, the students of the Montgomery Broadcast program partnered with PDC Spas, a prominent hot tub...
Avoid the “Take Your Money and Run” Road Shows
Published April 30, 2019
Warning! The season of hot tub and swim spa road shows is here, and with it comes the dodgy, high pressure, professional sales people trained to take your hard earned money and run. Promising customers “factory direct” prices, many of these dog and pony shows markup spas to unreasonably high pric...
Scientific Benefits of Swimming.
Published March 20, 2019
Adding a swim or fitness spa to your life has a full spectrum of benefits, many of them unrealized until you actually experience the general lifestyle change owning this product can have. Improved health, an overall sense of wellness and fitness from aquatic exercise and warm water therapy provides...
Getting Your Hot Tub Ready for Spring
Published March 8, 2019
While winter may be the preferred season for enjoying all the benefits of relaxing in warm water, some customers choose the warmer months to enjoy their hot tub. Whichever type of hot tub owner you are, springtime is the perfect time of year to refresh or restart your spa. Follow the basic guidelin...
Cleaning your Hot Tub or Swim Spa Cover
Published May 5, 2018
Your hot tub cover works hard to keep warmth and water in, while keeping dirt and debris out. Giving your cover the loving care it deserves won't take up much of your time but will provide years of continued satisfaction. In addition to clearing off leaves and snow, it is important to protect yo...
Hot tub and Swim Spa Insulation, What is the Best Option.
Published January 13, 2018
What is an R Value? The common denominator among varieties of insulation is the R-value. At the technical level, R-value is a measure of resistance to heat flow through a given thickness of material. This value is given for thicknesses of “material” such as insulation or windows. It does not app...
Easily Clean your Hot Tub or Swim Spa Filter
Published December 1, 2017
Have a dirty filter? Don’t be afraid it can be cleaned in a few simple steps. Turn the power off to your hot tub or swim spa, not at the unit but at your breaker. Remove the filter Hook up the hose and grab a scrub brush. Let the water run over your filter for a minute, while the water is...
Win a PDC Spas Hot Tub at the Del Lago Casino!
Published November 13, 2017
PDC Spas has partnered with del Lago Casino Resort in Waterloo NY, and will be giving guests the chance to win one of our top-of-the-line Bali hot tub spas on Friday November 24th, in addition to many other great prize giveaways. Here’s How the PDC Spas Bali Hot Tub Giveaway Works Visit del L...