Hot Tub Leak Repair - Proven DIY Fixes

[@HotTubOwnerHQ]

Get the Marlig Fix-a-Leak on Amazon I demonstrate - amzn.to/3gJFYa2 Get the JB Water Weld Epoxy Putty on Amazon I mention - amzn.to/3gGDkBM Get the Plast-Aid Acrylic Repair Paste on Amazon I mention - amzn.to/2WcIyfo

[@CaryWise-h1n]

Thank you so much for recommending fix a leak I had a slow leak around the base of the hot tub did not want to turn it over and start breaking apart and digging into the spray foam Took your recommendation, ordered the fix leak on Amazon , Poured it in ran the jets for one hour let it sit for 24 hours. Looks like the leak is now gone. !!! Thank you !!!

[@thecuss6817]

I've used Marlig Fix-A-Leak a couple times a year on my 36-year-old spa to stop a leak not in the accessible equipment section. My spa is up against the house on one side, and the other two sides have expandable foam under the redwood covers, makes actually finding the leak pretty difficult. A month ago, I used JB Weld on a cracked/leaking big plastic nut to the pump as the stainless steel manifold with that captive nut had been discontinued decades ago, and I couldn't find a "split nut" that size. I even considered cutting the manifold, adding a new nut, and then using automotive coolant hose to join the sections. I also used JB Weld on a leaking flow switch to stop its leak, but for that I could've engineered a workaround. For the inaccessible leak, I used Fix-A-Leak again, and that made my spa usable another season at least.

[@spaguydave7225]

Epoxy Puddy does not fix cracked pipes. The only way to fix cracked pipes, is to cut out the damaged plumbing, don't waste your time on Epoxy or the Black Spray sealers, they will not work. Fix A Leak will Not fix cracked pipes, you have to find the cracked item, cut out and replace. Fix A Leak can work on a failing Glue Joint or Bad Gasket etc. Not Cracked Pipes or Jets or cracked spas. Fix A Leak must run 72 hours, one day is Not long enough, the product needs to cure. You do Not want to swim in Fix A Leak, you must empty the spa fully and wipe the spa clean. A great product, that will work on certain types of leaks. I have used Fix A Leak, hundreds of times over tge last 30 years, its always on my truck.

[@ATLOffroad]

Found out my heater tube rubber gasket did leak. Thanks for the tutorial on how to replace them.

[@rand49er]

I was about to saw our hot tub apart and dispose of it (still a plan I haven't discarded yet), but I'm going to try the Marlig product first. If this works and the leak is fixed, I'll owe you a big debt of gratitude. Thanks for your video!

[@bardib2021]

What was the outcome?

[@jennifersetareh8009]

How did things turn out?

[@DeeLikes]

Did it fix it? We have a leak too, and plan to use this

[@kirchner1978]

​@@DeeLikes I used it and now my jets will not run. 😢I'm trying to get an answer back.

[@alexissmith9634]

@@kirchner1978Not sure if you figured it out, but you may have an air lock since you ran the tub without the filters in it for some time! Watch some videos on clearing an air lock 😊

[@Cdb7383]

Wow you are very thorough

[@IPING4U]

After digging some foam out if the way I decided to try the stop leak product you suggested. Should be here before noon tomorrow from Amazon. Update, I did 2 applications and saw a dramatic reduction so I went for a third. The solution was very thick so I realized I didn't shake it up. I still had a little drip so I ordered a second bottle. This time I shook it very well and poured in about 1/3 of the 32 oz bottle. I ran the pump and jets about 30 minutes and turned off the breaker for 2 days. No more leaks! This stuff is awesome.

[@CarlWTownMoneySaver]

awesome going to try that

[@audiophileman7047]

Has it held up or did it start leaking again?

[@mobergman506]

First, what an awesome, helpful video! We are in the middle of a rural Minnesota winter, and yes, discovered we had a leak. Panic sets in! Taking your favored product, we purchased, applied (after removing the filters) and it appears to have stopped the leak. My follow up to this is what appears to be a residual problem. We put new filters back in, ran them for a couple days, put in new filters, and were still getting residual "sludge and now only getting 1st stage filter setting, and set temp not maintaining. Pulled filters again and are rinsing, but still getting sludge. Ordered another new set. So until then...is this normal? Any suggestions, aside from keep cleaning/replacing filters? Do you think it could have effected the heater?? Any help is greatly appreciated!

[@candyman1031]

all good questions, but perhaps better addressed to the product manufacturer. Have you gotten any answers yet?

[@zjw5]

Will missing jets cause leaks? Do you need to have jets installed in each place it has one to seal it from leaking?

[@susiealverson1]

Thank you for your video. I have a suggestion about the title. I know you’re covering more issues than simply using the fix a leak product but for those of us searching videos using this product, it would be so helpful to have it mentioned in the title of your video. Fortunately, your video did pop up when I typed in fix-a-leak but I wasn’t sure at all that you were going to even be using it. Thanks again for your information.

[@RandyMcDole]

So at the 9:15" mark in video you mention that you let the hot tub sit for 24 hrs after adding Fix-a-Leak. Was that with circulation or without? Thx in advance.. R

[@dancatherwood7484]

Thanks for this. I have some time on my hands and will try to fix my hot tub before calling a professional.

[@timlange8906]

Absolutely perfect! $7 later and we're good to go! Thank you. Now, if we can just keep the tiny critters out!!!!

[@josephpalma743]

Excellent video! And well explained! Thank you!

[@richvarga]

really great thorough explanation and video!

[@ehRalph]

You can fix leaking pipe joints using the pvc cleaner/thinner and pvc adhesive method - 1 lower water or empty the tub - 2 tape over adjacent jets or jam foam plugs to resist air flow(I have a bunch of oversized spongy foam plugs on hand in my repair kit) - 3 attach a vacuum (shop vac) to an open jet causing negative pressure inside the pipe - 4 apply liberal amount PVC thinner/cleaner then PVC pipe adhesive - thinner-glue-thinner-glue…. Do that 2 or 3 times then shut off the vacuum and wait about 30 minutes before filling and testing the repair. It is repeatable if still leaking and eventually It works!! I’ve fixed dozens of pipe joint leaks this way.

[@candyman1031]

This sounds like a great idea. I'm thinking the shop vac might be crying for mercy though!

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

Thanks. Learning about leak on roto molded hot tubs because the 5 yr old one here has a leak at one drop per second, as I try to catch it with a drip pad and a few large bowls. The more video's I watch the closer I am to thinking I can attempt to fix it myself because service here in Canada, on the smallest province, Prince Edward Island, is not prompt. Stay safe, from East Canada.

[@NealRosenblat]

immediately helped me find the problem - thank you!

[@mannydiaz8842]

@hottubownerhq Question for you overnight my hot tub water level went down to a foot. But I have no apparent leaks. I keep the spa running on EC at all times. But after a week or so it just drains on its own. Any suggestions as to why this is happening?

[@michaelstopa2934]

Quite helpful. Wanted some info on the Marlig product - efficacy, how to use in detail. This video gave me that information and various other useful tips. Thanks so much.

[@jeffwolf8018]

I have no experience working on hot tubs but a customer of mine has a small leak inside of a controller box on a Kohler hot tub. I haven't looked at it very closely yet, any tips would be nice.

[@bexo5152]

Where are you pouring the product? Into where the filter sets or straight into the water? Ty

[@bexo5152]

Are you turing off the jets after you put the product in and it has run for a few minutes and mixed in?..when you say( let it sit overnight.. sounds like still water with everything off) Or are you letting the jets run all night too moving the product around all night? Ty

[@kirchner1978]

Yeah, I would love to know also. Cuz I ran my jets, for an hour, then "let it sit" but didn't unplug🤦‍♀️ cuz he didn't say so. Now my jets won't come back on. However, I think the leak is gone. 😭🤷‍♀️ I'm trying to figure out what happened.

[@kirchner1978]

So it's safe to use the same water that was in the spa after treating with fix a leak?

[@DanaAnton]

Do I just turn the jets on? what about the filter should i turn it on or off? Thanks

[@SuzannSwale]

Where can I get the gaskets from? Thank you!

[@kennyplay5982]

Question, using Fix a leak, Im in a very hot area, so the pump wont run because it doesnt need to to warm up. So when you say 24 hours, how do i make the fix a leak circulate thru? The jets button only runs jwts for 5 mins. Thx

[@DeeLikes]

So once you add the Marlig to the spa filter compartment, how long should we let the jets run? I’ve read half hour and one hour, then off for 24 hours. We sure hope this works for us! We appreciate any advice. Thanks

[@maylovesdailyprofit]

Don't you have to change the water when you are done? Thanks

[@michellewatkins664]

How long do you run the jets once you add Fix a Leak? And do you need to change the water afterwards? Thanks!!

[@peterlansdale1793]

their website recommends draining the tub after and letting it sit empty 5-7 days

[@LauriePeter]

When I add fix a leak does the cover have to stay off the whole time 4-6 hours when running the jets?

[@djskeez313]

I have a leak where the gasket failed around the filter housing, it’s about 1/8” but should I caulk/seal the outside first or use the fix-a-leak?

[@dhirahwotanya1418]

What can I use to seal the leaking of jacuzzi firbreglass

[@jeffhankins8548]

I have used this leak stopper for a long time and it’s the best ever! However if your tub is cracked do all the steps he said but I would recommend Marine-Tex it’s fantastic. Good luck everyone.

[@kirchner1978]

How long did you leave the jets run? I ran them for about an hour, then let it sit for 24hrs. Now my jets will not run at all and I have white cloudy stuff all through my water.😢

[@jeffhankins8548]

@@kirchner1978 I am so sorry to hear that it’s not working for you. I read mine just about all day to circulate through every crack and crevice. I had the water temperature up to about 104°. I really don’t know what to say like I said earlier I’ve used it for several years and have never had it not work for me. Did you turn your water temperature up as high as it would go?

[@AS-ch4ty]

I noticed water leaking out from underneath my jacuzzi and took off the front panel to check but didn’t find leaks around gasket or pipes but did notice a tub hanging down that was dripping water wonder if this could be the leak and why the tube is hanging down

[@Tgorelick88]

great video. I'm fighting though a seep or leak somewhere, that I can' find. gunna try the fix a leak this week.

[@HotTubOwnerHQ]

Did it work?

[@garykeithley-b6x]

Very good information

[@sarahdoerr7035]

Do you have any tips for a polyethylene shell? Thank you for your videos!!

[@bert7478]

I have a leak in my spa. I let it drain just by the leak. The whole tub drained. Does that mean my leak is in the bottom foot well? Wouldn't it stop leaking where the leak was if it was in a "higher" jet?

[@josephgraham1065]

so how long do you run the jets while using fix a leak?

[@philipblair7223]

I have the same question.

[@chrleschan8790]

Ck their website, has step by step instructions

[@kennyplay5982]

I have a one piece composite plug n play Dream Maker Spa. Mine is leaking. It only has 1 open panel , where the pump is. I see water underneath. But I can't see where it's coming from. Does anyone else have this type of hot tub? I'm thinking only way is to empty HotTub and flip over. Anyone ever done that? Thx

[@scotyfilms]

Why's doe it say to drain your tub after using Fixaleak? Is this necessary? You are saying not to drain it. Thanks s much for this info

[@samanthasantos6457]

Thank you very much! This helped more than you know!

[@HotTubOwnerHQ]

Glad it helped!

[@kcscrawdadpond5709]

Ordered thank you so much!

[@dentalofmarin9567]

I ordered Fix a Leak already. But WHERE CAN I PURCHASE a blown in HOTTUB FOAM?

[@drathmor1401]

98 thats your bodys natural temp does that even give you the benifits you get from hydro therpy? that too low to cause toxin release in your muscles

[@vtindle1685]

Hi Jeff I am starting up my hottub after not using for a few years. My hot tub is in doors. I notice that under my 2 drains ,it is leaking. I tightened them but still leaking. There is no water inside the cabinet. The leak is coming from under the tub onto the floor. I haven't powered the tub up cause I don't want it to gush out suggestions? Thanking you inadvance.

[@HotTubOwnerHQ]

Hi Viki Leaks are tricky as it's sometimes hard to know exactly where they are coming from. As long as you don't think it's from a cracked PVC pipe, I would start by trying Marlig's Fix-A-Leak (on Amazon - amzn.to/3eBbxnl). It's a liquid you just pour in where the filter(s) sit. Take the filter(s) out and just start by pouring in about 8-12 oz (I eyeball it) with the jets running. Maybe use tape or a dry erase marker to note the water level so you can easily tell if it drops. Then check it in 25 hours and see if it's still leaking. Fix-A-Leak works great on leaks up to 1/8 of an inch, so it won't fix a cracked pipe, but it's great for smaller leaks, particularly those around fittings or jets. I've used it many times and had it work 3 out of 4 times. And you don't need to drain the tub once done. Just put the filters back in. If the leak is still there, but has slowed, you can also repeat the process. But if it doesn't seem like it helped at all, then you probably have a bigger issue like a cracked pipe. But if the pipe can't easily be cut out and replaced, JB Water Weld putty (on Amazon - amzn.to/38xF39S) works great and can go right onto wet surfaces. Good luck!

[@andrejordan9397]

Thankd

[@lindaosterberg8782]

I’m confused. Let jets run for 24 hours after adding fix a leak or let it sit? Also do you have a video about tearing out the foam and what to look for it fix a leak doesn’t work?😮

[@olinney]

I did this & it stopped the leak but now my hot tub isn't working. Jets don't come on & there is a flashing number. Do you know what happened? Did it clogg my hot tub?

[@kirchner1978]

Same thing happened to me. Can you please tell me how you fixed it. It stopped the leak on mine. After 24hrs I put the filter back in and tried to run my jets and they won't come on now. I just hear a clicking sound and nothing. Please help. 🙏

[@olinney]

@kirchner1978 I had to change my thermostat because it seized it I guess. It was less than $100 to replace.

[@jabell2]

Great video!

[@maylovesdailyprofit]

Don't you have to clean the filters because it will have fix-a leak reside. Thanks

[@brendaedwards7938]

Hi! How to fix a leak inside where the pump is. Looks like the water is oozing thru the spa shell......What a nightmare. Any suggestions?? Thanks for your help!

[@miller866]

Did you watch the video? Lol

[@brendaedwards7938]

It didn't work! We ended up having to use something else.

[@mikesmith1115]

Looks like a lotta wood inside there. Any issues with that?

[@HotTubOwnerHQ]

Hi Mike Not that I've had.

[@chadchristman5157]

First of all, those gate valves are junk. They never hold and you end up making a mess and drain anyways.

[@sagiriizumi8079]

What a pain. Buy a real pool. This is little more than a bucket

[@susiealverson1]

Not a pain if you have a small leak in a pool or spa. It’s a life saver for some. Not everyone wants a pool. To each his own. I appreciate this video.

[@peterp1106]

Great video!