Most Frequently Asked Questions about Owning a Hot Tub

Owning a hot tub is considered to be a great luxury, it’s relaxing and can be used for anything from a great hot tub party to a relaxing chill out time with your family or friends. If you’re considering buying one then here’s a few questions that people ask before making their final purchase.

How much does a hot tub cost to run?

Depending on what hot tub you have depends on how much it will cost to run. Different hot tubs are made out of different materials, it also depends on whether you have a well-made hot tub thermal cover, or just a thin sheet to lay over the water when it’s not being used. The cost per week for a hot tub can vary from £5 a week to £30 so you need to do your research and ask lots of questions before purchasing your hot tub. Obviously a larger hot tub will be more expensive to run than a smaller one so buy one that suits your needs.

What preparation should you do before your hot tub is installed?

Before you install your hot tub there are only a few thing that you need to worry about. The first thing you need to think about is whether the ground you’re putting your hot tub on is completely flat and sturdy. Secondly you need to look for a power outlet which will supply the electricity to your hot tub. You want a power outlet that is waterproof and where people won’t trip over the leads. Lastly you need to make sure that your hose pipe will stretch to the hot tub otherwise you won’t be able to fill it with water.

How long does it take for a hot tub to get hot?

Depending on the hot tub you’ve decided to buy depends on how powerful the heater is. Hot tub heaters can be anything from 1KW to 6KW. The more water you have in your hot tub, the longer it will take to heat up. You also need to think about the temperature outside the hot tub so if you’re heating it up in the winter it will probably take longer than if you were to heat it up in the summer. For a standard 300 gallon hot tub with a 1.5KW heater in the summer you should expect your hot tub to take around 20 hours to hit the high temperatures. Once your hot tub is hot you should only ever need to top up lost heat, which should only take around 20/30 minutes each time.

What should I do if my hot tub needs repairing?

You will need to keep on top of your hot tubs maintenance because if you have an underlying problem then it could lead to more complications and will become very expensive to repair. If you’re having problems with the electrical panel then you should turn of your hot tub at the mains and call someone who specialised in hot tubs maintenance and repairs. Dealing with electricity and water can be very dangerous so is best left to a professional. If you need to drain the water in order to do some repairs then you will find your hot tub will have a plug at the very bottom. Simply attach your hose pipe to this plug and run it straight into a drain.