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    How to Open Your Hot Tub

    Posted on October 29, 2020February 2, 2022 by sutroconnect

    It’s time to breathe life back into your hot tub, giddy-up! Let’s get right to it, here’s what you need to do. As always, read the manufacturer’s instructions prior to beginning. Make sure you have what you need for the job and allocate enough time to finish before you start.  Check all hardware like unions,…

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    How to Winterize Your Hot Tub

    Posted on October 29, 2020October 24, 2022 by sutroconnect

    If you need to close your hot tub during the winter months then there are a few steps you should take to make sure that freezing temperatures do not damage it.  The first things you will need to do are to drain and clean it.  As always, read the manufacturer’s instructions prior to beginning. Make…

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    How to Drain Your Hot Tub

    Posted on October 22, 2020February 2, 2022 by sutroconnect

    Hot Tubs need to be drained more frequently than pools because they contain much less water and tend to get contaminated with potentially harmful bacteria and other organic contaminants over time. This could lead to unhealthy conditions and potential health risks . As a rule of thumb, water should be drained and replaced about once…

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    Hot Tub and Spa Safety Checklist

    Posted on October 21, 2020February 2, 2022 by sutroconnect

    Spas and Hot Tubs can be very relaxing during the cooler seasons, but like anything else you have to consider safety so that your fun time isn’t ruined by an avoidable accident. Here are a few tips to safely enjoy your Spa or Hot Tub That’s HOT – Temperatures above 104°F can raise your body’s…

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    How to Fix Cloudy Spa Water

    Posted on October 21, 2020March 16, 2022 by sutroconnect

    Seeing cloudy water when you pull off your spa’s cover can make your heart sink especially when you thought you did everything right. Luckily, the list of the most common causes of cloudy spa water is small and includes improperly balanced water chemistry, insufficient water filtration, environmental conditions, and the addition of granular or powder…

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    Why Sani Marc and Sutro are Working Together

    Posted on October 7, 2020February 2, 2022 by sutroconnect

    Sutro has built its entire ethos on attempting to build the best water sensor in the world. Water will (and is already starting to) be a big issue around the world. Everything from our food to the pool you swim in needs to have its chemistry managed. Our partnership with Sani Marc leverages their expertise…

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    What Causes Cloudy Pool Water and How do You Clear It?

    Posted on September 14, 2020September 4, 2022 by Tre Golding

    The most common causes of cloudy pool water are improperly balanced water chemistry, insufficient water filtration, environmental conditions, and the addition of granular or powder chemicals. Patience is a virtue when it comes to clearing cloudy water, but through the process of elimination it can be done. It is important to understand the root cause…

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    What Makes the Smart Monitor Different Infographics

    Posted on July 28, 2020February 2, 2022 by sutroconnect

    We wanted to do a quick infographic on what make the Smart Monitor different.

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    Why is Sutro Better?

    Posted on July 3, 2020November 14, 2022 by Ravi Kurani

    We get this question all the time and it’s time we answered it! Fives Years And Two Continents Development Sutro started 5 years ago. Ravi Kurani, our founder and CEO, had an idea — how to “fix” water. Ravi worked at his dad Harry’s pool store when he was a kid. He was also a…

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    How to Close an Inground Pool

    Posted on April 30, 2020March 16, 2022 by sutroconnect

    A Guest Post Joel Peters Section 1: Introduction Getting in your pool is one of the best moments of summer. It is more fun when you uncover your pool and find it clear and well maintained. It is very disgusting to uncover your pool and find it all swampy and green. This is why it…

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