Clearwater Spas
Excessive Foam / Water Chemistry Imbalance
Spa water is foamy, with persistent bubbles even when jets are off.
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Possible Causes
High levels of surfactants from soaps and lotions, Low calcium hardness, High total dissolved solids, Inadequate sanitizer levels
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: No electrical work is needed.
- Test water: Use a Clearwater Spas-approved test kit or strips to check sanitizer, pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness.
- Shock spa: Add a non-chlorine shock or chlorine shock per label directions to oxidize contaminants.
- Use foam reducer: Add a spa defoamer product as a temporary fix.
- Drain and refill: If foam persists, drain the spa, wipe the shell, rinse filters, and refill with fresh water.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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