Under normal operating conditions, the water level in a swim spa does not remain completely static over the long term. As time passes, the water volume may gradually decrease due to various factors, primarily including evaporation, splashing, water loss within the filtration system, and routine maintenance procedures.

Sometimes, a low pH level in the swim spa tub is caused by insufficient alkalinity in the water. Appropriately increasing the water's total alkalinity helps stabilize the pH level, preventing it from dropping frequently.

From a professional maintenance perspective, it is not recommended to leave the water in a swim spa completely stagnant for extended periods. If a specific timeframe must be provided as a reference: •Short-term stagnation (3–7 days): Relatively low risk •Exceeding 1–2 weeks: Risk increases significantly •Exceeding 1 month with absolutely no operation: Not recommended

Shock-treating a swim spa can potentially affect the pH level, but it does not necessarily always result in an increase in pH. Whether or not a rise in pH occurs typically depends on the following factors: •The specific type of shock agent used •The current chemical state of the water •The water's buffering capacity

Generally, baking soda cannot lower the pH level of swim spa water. Conversely, baking soda is a weakly alkaline substance, and its primary functions are to: •Increase the total alkalinity of the water •Stabilize the water's buffering system •In certain situations, cause the pH level to rise slightly or remain stable

While cloudiness is usually the result of multiple factors, excessively low pH can indeed be a significant cause of cloudy water in swim spa tubs. pH not only affects the acid-base balance of water but also the efficiency of disinfectants, mineral stability, and the effectiveness of the filtration system.