If your hot tub cover is starting to decline or lose its shape, it’s probably time to replace it. With proper care, your hot tub cover should last about 3-5 years. There are signs to tell you when you need a new cover for your hot tub. Here are some things you should be looking for and checking out to see if your hot tub cover needs replacing: 1. Heavy Does your cover weigh 200 lbs? Over time the hot tub cover foam core becomes waterlogged and the cover becomes difficult to open. This can cause high water bills, reduces your usage and damage to your hot tub cover lifter. 2. Outer Vinyl: The outer vinyl keeps your hot tub water clean and warm and can break down from sun exposure, air pollutants and rain. Check to see if the cover is cracked, torn or brittle. If it is, your…