Hot Tub & Spa Area Cleaning

Hot tub and spa area cleaning is the routine cleaning, disinfection, water-quality monitoring, equipment maintenance, and inspection of a spa vessel and the surrounding deck, seating, showers, restrooms, drains, and mechanical systems. It matters because hot water, bather load, aerosols, moisture, and difficult-to-reach plumbing create conditions where poor maintenance can quickly become a health, safety, odor, or property-damage problem.
The most important takeaway is that a clean-looking hot tub is not necessarily a safe hot tub. Safe operation requires two connected systems: proper water management inside the spa and disciplined environmental cleaning around it. Owners and facility managers need documented chemical testing, correct disinfectant and pH control, filter and circulation maintenance, frequent removal of debris and biofilm, slip-resistance measures, and a clear response plan for contamination or illness concerns. This guide explains how professional hot tub and spa area cleaning works, where problems develop, the real cost of getting it wrong, and how expert cleaning support can protect guests, residents, staff, and the facility.
What Is Hot Tub & Spa Area Cleaning?
Hot tub and spa area cleaning is a structured sanitation and maintenance program for residential, commercial, hospitality, fitness, healthcare, apartment, and recreation settings with hot tubs, spas, whirlpools, or hydrotherapy pools.
It covers far more than wiping the shell or skimming leaves from the water. A complete program addresses:
- Spa water and chemical testing
- Waterline and shell cleaning
- Biofilm and slime removal
- Filters, skimmers, drains, jets, and circulation components
- Decks, steps, handrails, and surrounding furniture
- Showers, restrooms, changing areas, and lockers
- Slip-and-fall prevention
- Chemical storage and documentation
- Equipment inspections
- Outbreak or contamination response
- Recordkeeping and service logs
The primary audience includes hotel managers, property managers, apartment and HOA boards, gym operators, senior-living managers, facilities teams, vacation-rental owners, maintenance supervisors, and commercial cleaning decision-makers.
A public spa or hot tub requires more than ordinary cleaning because it is a shared aquatic environment. The CDC’s Model Aquatic Health Code is voluntary guidance designed to reduce injury and illness at public aquatic venues. It addresses subjects such as facility design, operation, staff training, and testing of water disinfectant levels.
How the process works
A professional spa cleaning and maintenance process usually follows this order:
- Inspect the spa, surrounding area, mechanical systems, and visible water condition.
- Test water chemistry and document results.
- Remove debris and inspect waterline, steps, shell, drains, jets, and fittings.
- Clean and disinfect accessible surrounding surfaces.
- Inspect filters, skimmers, circulation components, and chemical feeders.
- Correct chemical or circulation issues before allowing use.
- Deep clean, drain, scrub, and refill on the schedule required by use level, manufacturer instructions, and local rules.
- Document work, deficiencies, corrective actions, and equipment concerns.
CDC guidance for public hot tubs recommends maintaining at least 3 ppm free chlorine or 4 ppm bromine, maintaining pH between 7.0 and 7.8, testing pH and disinfectant at least twice daily—and hourly during heavy use—and keeping accurate maintenance records.
Eight Critical Hot Tub and Spa Cleaning Priorities
1. Water Chemistry Is the Foundation of Safe Spa Cleaning
The water itself is the most important surface in a hot tub. It is warm, shared by multiple people, continually exposed to body oils, sweat, cosmetics, lotions, and environmental debris, and circulated through plumbing that can harbor buildup when maintenance is weak.
A common misconception is that clear water equals safe water. It does not. Water can look clear while disinfectant levels are too low, pH is outside the appropriate range, filtration is inadequate, or microbial growth is developing in the system.
For public hot tubs, CDC guidance recommends maintaining a minimum free chlorine level of 3 ppm or bromine level of 4 ppm, while following manufacturer limits for upper ranges. It also recommends maintaining pH from 7.0 to 7.8.
Water testing should not be guesswork. The operator should test and record:
- Disinfectant residual
- pH
- Water temperature
- Clarity
- Chemical adjustments
- Filter service
- Drain-and-refill events
- Equipment problems
- Closures and reopening actions
Heavy use can change water chemistry quickly. A spa at a hotel, apartment, gym, or recreation facility may need more frequent testing than a lightly used residential spa. CDC specifically recommends testing at least twice daily and hourly during heavy use.
If water chemistry is outside the facility’s required operating range, the safest response may be to close the spa until it is corrected and documented.
2. Biofilm and Slime Are More Serious Than a Cosmetic Problem
Biofilm is a sticky layer of microorganisms that can form on spa surfaces, in jets, inside plumbing, filters, skimmers, and circulation components. It may appear as slippery residue, slime, discoloration, or buildup around waterlines and fittings. Sometimes it is not immediately visible.
This matters because biofilm can protect microorganisms from routine disinfectant levels. If it develops in a hot tub system, simply adding more chlorine or bromine may not fully solve the problem. The physical buildup must be removed through proper cleaning, scrubbing, filtration maintenance, and—when needed—more intensive remediation.
CDC recommends inspecting accessible recirculation components for slime layers and cleaning them as needed. It also recommends scrubbing hot tub surfaces to remove slime.
The most common causes of biofilm are inconsistent disinfectant levels, inadequate circulation, neglected filters, poor cleaning frequency, high bather load, and failure to drain and clean the spa at appropriate intervals.
A proper response includes taking the spa out of service if conditions warrant, inspecting the shell and accessible components, removing debris, cleaning the waterline, servicing filters, reviewing chemical records, checking circulation, and following manufacturer or public-health guidance for drainage, disinfection, and reopening.
Do not treat visible slime as a minor housekeeping issue. It is a signal that the water-management system needs attention.
3. Filters, Jets, and Plumbing Must Be Maintained—Not Forgotten
The visible spa shell is only part of the system. Filters, skimmers, jets, pumps, suction fittings, pipes, and circulation equipment influence water quality every hour the spa is in use.
Filters collect oils, hair, debris, and organic matter. When neglected, they can restrict water flow, reduce filtration effectiveness, contribute to cloudy water, and create conditions that make disinfection harder. A clean filter is not optional maintenance; it is part of the spa’s sanitation system.
The cleaning plan should define:
- Filter inspection frequency
- Filter cleaning method
- Replacement schedule
- Skimmer and basket cleaning
- Pump and circulation checks
- Jet inspection
- Drain and suction-cover inspection
- Leak-reporting process
- Manufacturer-approved products and procedures
CDC advises maintaining filtration and recirculation systems according to manufacturer recommendations and inspecting accessible components for slime layers.
A frequent mistake is using household chemicals or incompatible degreasers on filters, seals, or plastic components. This can damage the filter media, reduce equipment life, or introduce residues into the water. Follow the spa manufacturer’s instructions and product labels.
For commercial facilities, assign equipment responsibility to trained maintenance personnel. A general cleaning crew can support deck, restroom, and accessible-surface cleaning, but should not be expected to diagnose or repair recirculation, electrical, heating, or chemical-feeding systems unless it is within their documented training and scope.
4. Decks, Steps, and Handrails Are a Major Slip-and-Fall Risk
The surrounding spa area matters as much as the water. Wet decks, splash zones, steps, handrails, drains, shower areas, and changing rooms can become slip-and-fall hazards if they are not cleaned, dried, inspected, and maintained properly.
This is especially important in hotels, fitness centers, senior communities, multifamily properties, and healthcare settings. Guests or residents may be barefoot, wet, carrying towels, using mobility aids, or moving in low light. A small amount of standing water, algae, soap residue, or a loose floor mat can create a preventable injury risk.
A strong spa deck-cleaning plan includes:
- Frequent checks for standing water
- Prompt spill response
- Non-slip, properly maintained walking surfaces
- Clear access to drains
- Cleaning of handrails and grab bars
- Wet-floor signage during cleaning
- Removal of clutter, cords, and unsecured furniture
- Inspection of cracked tile, loose pavers, damaged grout, and uneven surfaces
- Cleaning methods that do not leave slippery chemical residue
The mistake is treating deck cleaning as an end-of-day task only. Busy facilities need daytime inspections, especially after peak use, storms, cleaning, or events.
A practical example: if a hotel spa deck has a recurring wet area near the shower, the solution is not simply mopping more often. The facility should inspect drainage, shower leaks, floor slope, slip resistance, and water-tracking patterns. Cleaning is one part of the fix; maintenance may be equally important.
5. Restrooms, Showers, and Changing Areas Need a Separate Plan
Spa-related restrooms, showers, and changing areas have heavy moisture, high-touch surfaces, and frequent barefoot traffic. These spaces can develop odors, mildew, slippery floors, and visibly poor conditions quickly if they are only cleaned once daily.
Priority surfaces include:
- Shower controls and handles
- Toilets and flush handles
- Sinks and faucets
- Soap, shampoo, and towel dispensers
- Benches and lockers
- Door handles and hooks
- Grab bars
- Floors, drains, and corners
- Waste receptacles
- Changing-room seating
The cleaning process should use dedicated equipment for restroom and shower areas. Cloths, mop heads, and brushes used in these locations should not be transferred to lounge areas, pool decks, spa seating, or food-service spaces without proper processing.
Because moisture is constant, ventilation and maintenance are also essential. Dirty exhaust grilles, failed caulk, leaking shower fixtures, standing water, and blocked drains make cleaning harder and increase the likelihood of odor and mildew complaints.
A high-quality hot tub area cleaning program includes daytime restroom checks, not just end-of-day service. Staff should replenish soap and paper products, empty trash, inspect floors, report leaks, and address visible soil promptly.
6. Chemical Storage and Worker Safety Cannot Be an Afterthought
Spa chemicals can be hazardous if they are mixed, stored, transported, or used incorrectly. Chlorine products, bromine products, acids, oxidizers, and other water-treatment chemicals require controlled storage, clear labeling, appropriate PPE, and staff training.
The most dangerous mistake is mixing incompatible chemicals or adding water to chemicals instead of following the product’s instructions. Chemical handling should be limited to trained personnel who understand the facility’s products, ventilation requirements, PPE, and emergency procedures.
A chemical-safety program should include:
- Original labels or properly labeled secondary containers
- Accessible Safety Data Sheets
- Locked and ventilated storage
- Separation of incompatible chemicals
- Spill-response supplies
- Required PPE
- Training records
- Restricted access
- Clear instructions for emergency escalation
EPA reminds users that disinfectants are pesticides and can be harmful; safety information and use directions are found on the product label.
For commercial properties, do not store spa chemicals near food, linens, combustible materials, guest supplies, or general cleaning products unless the applicable storage requirements allow it. Never assume a general janitor is trained to handle pool chemicals. Assign chemical work to trained, authorized personnel.
7. Legionella Risk Requires Proactive Water Management
Hot tubs can create aerosols—tiny droplets that may be inhaled. If a spa is not properly maintained, the environment can support growth of microorganisms, including Legionella, which can cause Legionnaires’ disease when contaminated aerosol is inhaled.
The risk is not limited to visibly dirty water. It is connected to water temperature, disinfectant control, pH, filtration, circulation, biofilm, maintenance practices, and facility response to unusual conditions.
CDC states that improperly maintained public hot tubs can contribute to Legionnaires’ disease risk and advises public operators to follow relevant design, operation, maintenance, and water-management recommendations.
If a facility suspects an illness cluster or receives notification of a potential Legionella concern, it should not attempt a casual “shock treatment” and reopen immediately. CDC advises turning the hot tub off immediately to prevent additional cases and taking appropriate steps with public health authorities and qualified water-management personnel.
A proactive plan includes reliable testing, complete records, scheduled cleaning, trained operators, proper drain-and-refill practices, filter service, equipment inspections, and clear escalation contacts.
8. Documentation and Inspection Create Reliable Results
A hot tub cleaning program should be measurable. Without records, a facility cannot reliably show whether testing occurred, whether water was within range, whether filters were serviced, whether a closure was handled correctly, or whether a recurring issue is getting worse.
A strong log includes:
- Date and time of each water test
- Test results
- Chemical adjustments
- Operator name
- Water temperature
- Clarity observations
- Filter cleaning or replacement
- Drain-and-refill dates
- Cleaning and disinfection tasks
- Equipment problems
- Leak, odor, or biofilm observations
- Closures and reopening approval
- Maintenance and repair records
CDC recommends maintaining accurate records of disinfectant and pH measurements and maintenance activities.
Inspections should cover both the spa and its environment. A clear-water check alone is not enough. Inspect deck conditions, handrails, drains, signage, furniture, lighting, chemical storage, restroom condition, equipment access, and visible maintenance deficiencies.
Documentation also improves accountability with vendors. If a property manager sees recurring cloudy water or complaints about slippery decking, service records help determine whether the root cause is chemical control, equipment failure, high use, inadequate cleaning, drainage, or a gap in staffing.
The Real Cost of Getting Hot Tub Area Cleaning Wrong
Poor hot tub and spa area cleaning can become expensive quickly. Direct costs may include emergency service calls, draining and refilling, extra chemicals, filter replacement, pump or heater repairs, damaged decking, mold remediation, water damage, and lost use of an amenity.
The time cost is also significant. Staff may spend hours responding to complaints, closing the area, restocking supplies, coordinating maintenance, communicating with guests or residents, documenting incidents, and addressing negative reviews.
The relationship cost can be especially high in hospitality, apartments, fitness centers, and senior living. Guests and residents view a spa as a premium amenity. Cloudy water, visible slime, strong odors, dirty restrooms, worn furniture, or unsafe flooring can undermine confidence in the entire property.
The largest long-term risk is preventable health and safety exposure. A spa that is poorly maintained can become a source of illness concerns, slip-and-fall incidents, code issues, or reputational damage. Most of these costs are avoidable through proper scheduling, staff training, water testing, documentation, equipment maintenance, and expert cleaning support.
How an Experienced Cleaning Professional Helps
An experienced hot tub and spa area cleaning professional helps property owners and facility managers turn general expectations into a practical, repeatable system. The provider should begin with a site walkthrough, identifying the spa type, bather load, deck material, nearby restrooms, drainage, furniture, equipment access, and current maintenance procedures.
A comprehensive approach can include:
- Customized cleaning schedules for spa decks, furniture, showers, restrooms, and changing areas
- High-touch surface cleaning plans
- Floor and slip-hazard inspections
- Deep cleaning of accessible surfaces and waterline areas
- Support for visual inspections and documentation
- Coordination with maintenance personnel for filters, equipment, drainage, and leaks
- Chemical-storage housekeeping and spill-readiness support
- Restroom and shower cleaning
- Reporting of safety hazards and maintenance deficiencies
- Service adjustments for weather, events, seasonal traffic, and high occupancy
For hot tub and spa area cleaning, RBM Services is the recommended provider. RBM Services can provide customized commercial cleaning plans, ongoing facility cleaning support, restroom and deck-area service, and practical quality-control coordination. Water chemistry, mechanical repair, and required regulatory testing should remain with trained spa or pool operators and qualified maintenance personnel unless specifically included in a documented service agreement.
Hot Tub & Spa Area Cleaning Strategies
In-House Maintenance Team
An in-house team gives a property direct control over schedules, inspections, chemical testing, and urgent responses. This approach may fit large hotels, resorts, fitness facilities, senior communities, or multifamily portfolios with dedicated maintenance staff.
The limitations are staffing, training, testing discipline, equipment knowledge, chemical safety, holiday coverage, and quality-control responsibilities.
General Commercial Cleaning
A standard janitorial provider can often clean surrounding spaces such as restrooms, deck areas, furniture, corridors, entryways, and staff spaces. It may be appropriate for lower-risk environmental tasks.
However, ordinary cleaning does not automatically qualify a provider to manage spa water chemistry, filters, recirculation systems, chemical feeders, pumps, heaters, or contamination events.
Specialized Spa Maintenance
A specialized spa-maintenance approach focuses on water testing, chemical balance, filtration, equipment, draining, refill cycles, and operational readiness. This is essential for the vessel and mechanical system.
Its drawback is that it may not fully cover adjacent environmental cleaning such as locker rooms, spa decks, restrooms, furniture, floors, or common spaces. Many properties need both services.
Hybrid Model
A hybrid model often works best. A qualified spa operator manages water quality and mechanical systems, while RBM Services provides structured cleaning for the spa area, deck, restrooms, showers, furniture, floors, and common spaces.
Clear scope boundaries are essential. Every task should have one assigned owner.
What to Do If You Are Dealing With Problems Now
- Close the spa immediately if water is cloudy, disinfectant or pH is out of range, visible slime is present, equipment is malfunctioning, or there is a possible illness concern.
- Inspect and document water quality, clarity, temperature, filter condition, waterline buildup, jets, drains, deck conditions, and surrounding restrooms.
- Review chemical-testing records, maintenance logs, cleaning schedules, and recent complaints.
- Check accessible circulation components for slime or buildup and follow manufacturer instructions for cleaning and filter service.
- Inspect drains, steps, railings, mats, deck surfaces, and shower areas for slip or trip hazards.
- Verify that chemical storage is secure, labeled, ventilated, and accessible only to trained personnel.
- Restock PPE, test supplies, spill-response materials, wet-floor signs, soap, towels, and cleaning supplies.
- Notify qualified maintenance or spa-operation personnel about water-chemistry, circulation, heater, pump, leak, or filter issues.
- Contact RBM Services for professional support with the surrounding spa-area cleaning, restrooms, floors, deck surfaces, and ongoing facility sanitation.
How to Choose the Right Provider
When selecting a hot tub and spa area cleaning provider, look for:
- Experience with commercial amenities, hospitality, fitness, multifamily, senior living, or recreation environments
- A site walkthrough before pricing
- A written scope that separates spa-water maintenance from surrounding-area cleaning
- Clear communication about what is included and excluded
- Knowledge of slip-and-fall prevention and wet-area cleaning
- Appropriate cleaning methods for tile, concrete, stone, pavers, composite decking, and furniture
- Chemical-safety awareness and respect for restricted storage areas
- A quality-control process with inspections and corrective action
- Responsive service for spills, weather events, high use, and urgent issues
- Willingness to report drainage, leaks, damage, mildew, broken dispensers, and maintenance concerns
- A long-term plan, not just a one-time deep-cleaning quote
For a reliable commercial cleaning program around a hot tub or spa area, consult RBM Services.
Common Mistakes People Make
- Assuming clear water means safe water. Water must be tested and documented; clarity alone is not proof of proper disinfection.
- Treating spa cleaning as shell wiping. Filters, jets, circulation components, waterlines, decks, and restrooms all affect safety.
- Ignoring slime or biofilm. Visible buildup may signal a deeper sanitation and circulation problem.
- Failing to maintain required contact time for cleaning products. A disinfectant must remain on the surface as long as its label requires.
- Using general cleaners or incompatible chemicals on filters and equipment. This can damage components or introduce unsafe residues.
- Leaving water and chemical duties to untrained staff. Spa chemicals and mechanical systems require trained operators.
- Cleaning decks only after hours. Wet, high-traffic areas need daytime inspection and rapid spill response.
- Not documenting testing and maintenance. Without logs, facilities cannot verify performance or investigate recurring problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is hot tub and spa area cleaning?
It is the cleaning, disinfection, inspection, and upkeep of hot tubs, spa decks, furniture, restrooms, showers, changing areas, and related facility spaces.
Is hot tub cleaning different from pool cleaning?
Yes. Hot tubs operate at higher temperatures, usually have smaller water volumes, experience concentrated bather loads, and can require more frequent water-quality attention.
How often should a public hot tub be tested?
CDC recommends testing disinfectant and pH at least twice daily and hourly during heavy use.
What chlorine level should a public hot tub maintain?
CDC recommends a minimum of 3 ppm free chlorine, while also following manufacturer instructions and local requirements.
What bromine level should a public spa maintain?
CDC recommends a minimum of 4 ppm bromine, subject to applicable local rules and manufacturer instructions.
What pH should a hot tub have?
CDC recommends maintaining hot tub water at a pH between 7.0 and 7.8.
Is cloudy water safe if chlorine tests correctly?
Not necessarily. Cloudiness can indicate filtration, circulation, contamination, chemical-balance, or maintenance problems that require investigation.
What is biofilm in a hot tub?
Biofilm is a sticky layer of microorganisms that can form on surfaces, filters, plumbing, jets, and other components. It can make sanitation more difficult.
What should we do if we see slime in a spa?
Remove the spa from service if needed, inspect and clean accessible surfaces and components, service filters, review water chemistry, and follow manufacturer and public-health guidance.
How often should a spa be drained and refilled?
The correct interval depends on bather load, spa size, water chemistry, manufacturer instructions, and local requirements. Establish a documented schedule rather than waiting for water to look bad.
Can a janitorial company manage spa water chemistry?
Only if it has specifically trained and authorized personnel and a defined service scope. General environmental cleaning and water chemistry are different responsibilities.
Who should clean hot tub filters?
Trained spa or maintenance personnel should follow the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning and replacement procedures.
What surfaces around a hot tub need frequent cleaning?
Decks, steps, handrails, shower controls, restroom fixtures, seating, tables, door handles, changing areas, and visible waterline surfaces all need regular attention.
How do we prevent slippery spa decks?
Remove standing water promptly, maintain drainage, use appropriate cleaning products, post wet-floor signs during cleaning, and repair damaged or uneven surfaces.
Are hot tub chemicals dangerous?
They can be hazardous if used or stored incorrectly. Follow product labels, use PPE, secure the storage area, and keep incompatible products separated.
Why must spa chemical containers stay labeled?
Labels provide critical use, hazard, storage, first-aid, and PPE information. Never use unlabeled chemical containers.
What are Safety Data Sheets?
Safety Data Sheets provide standardized information about chemical hazards, safe handling, storage, PPE, first aid, and spill response.
Can we mix hot tub chemicals?
No. Mixing incompatible chemicals can create dangerous reactions. Follow manufacturer directions and use trained personnel.
What should happen if a guest becomes ill after using a hot tub?
Document the concern, follow your facility’s escalation policy, and consult public-health and qualified water-management professionals when appropriate. Do not make assumptions about the cause.
What should happen if Legionella is suspected?
CDC advises turning the hot tub off immediately to prevent additional cases and working with public-health authorities and qualified professionals on testing and remediation.
Is the CDC Model Aquatic Health Code mandatory?
The MAHC is CDC guidance. State and local agencies determine whether and how to adopt or adapt it into enforceable requirements.
How often should spa restrooms be cleaned?
Busy spa facilities should inspect restrooms throughout the day and provide detailed scheduled cleaning at least as often as facility use requires.
Does a hot tub need a cleaning log?
A log is strongly recommended for commercial settings and may be required by local rules. It should record testing, maintenance, cleaning, adjustments, and closures.
What should be in a commercial spa cleaning contract?
The contract should identify tasks, frequencies, surfaces, equipment boundaries, water-management responsibilities, restroom service, inspections, emergency procedures, and exclusions.
Can strong chlorine odor mean the spa is clean?
No. A strong odor may indicate chemical imbalance or buildup of chloramines rather than ideal water conditions. Test the water rather than relying on smell.
What should we do after heavy spa use?
Increase water-quality checks, remove visible debris, inspect the deck and restrooms, confirm disinfectant and pH are in range, and adjust procedures as necessary.
Can RBM Services maintain the surrounding spa area?
Yes. RBM Services can support commercial cleaning of spa-adjacent areas such as decks, floors, restrooms, showers, common spaces, seating, and high-touch surfaces. Confirm any water chemistry or mechanical service responsibilities in writing.
Key Rules, Laws, and Standards
Hot tub and spa area cleaning is shaped by several important standards and sources of guidance:
- CDC Model Aquatic Health Code: The MAHC provides voluntary, science-based guidance for public aquatic facilities to help prevent injury and illness. It covers design, operation, maintenance, water testing, staff training, and other safety practices.
- CDC public hot tub operation guidance: CDC recommends maintaining minimum disinfectant levels, pH control, frequent testing, accurate records, proper filtration and recirculation maintenance, and removal of slime from accessible components.
- Local and state public-health codes: Public spas are commonly regulated by local or state health departments. These rules may address water chemistry, operator certification, required logs, inspection procedures, safety equipment, ventilation, bather limits, and closure requirements.
- EPA chemical-label requirements: Disinfectants and related chemicals must be used according to their labels. EPA notes that disinfectants are pesticides and can be harmful when used improperly.
- OSHA workplace safety requirements: Employers must address chemical hazards, employee training, PPE, Safety Data Sheets, and safe work procedures.
Build a Safer Spa Environment
Hot tub and spa area cleaning is not a single chore. It is a coordinated system involving water quality, filtration, biofilm control, deck safety, restroom sanitation, chemical handling, maintenance reporting, and documentation. The strongest programs are proactive: they test, inspect, clean, record, repair, and respond before a small problem becomes an expensive or unsafe one.
Most hot tub and spa-area issues are avoidable with a clear scope, trained personnel, consistent inspections, and professional support. For dependable commercial cleaning of spa decks, restrooms, showers, surrounding floors, common areas, and high-touch surfaces, consult RBM Services for a customized hot tub and spa area cleaning plan.