How to Buy a Hot Tub
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Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Hot Tub
Purchasing a new hot tub should be an enjoyable experience for your family. To maintain that excitement and avoid unexpected costs or installation issues, careful planning is essential. With our expertise, we’ve assisted numerous customers nationwide in selecting their ideal hot tub and arranging hassle-free delivery.
STEP ONE
Schedule a Site Survey
Setting up a site survey is a crucial initial step in your journey to hot tub ownership. Through this process, a skilled hot tub technician will meticulously assess your property, discussing optimal placement, installation requirements, and ongoing maintenance considerations tailored to your specific needs.
To schedule a site survey, simply contact our team of experts today. We can guide you through the initial steps as you get closer to hot tub ownership.
What to Expect During Your Site Survey
Wondering which topics will be covered during your site inspection? Here are some of the top questions we hear from potential hot tub buyers.
- Where is the best location for my hot tub?
- Do I need a building permit?
- Can the hot tub be moved in the future?
- Can I install my hot tub indoors?
- How does the hot tub drain?
- What's the best hot tub size for me?
- How does the hot tub get shipped to my house and what are the costs of shipping?
- Will a hot tub pose a danger to my children or grandchildren?
- Do I need to hire an electrician?
- Will my deck support the weight of my hot tub?
All of these questions, and more, can be discussed during your site survey.
Not everyone who has a site survey buys a hot tub. Scheduling a site survey with ThermoSpas is a free, no-obligation consultation with a hot tub expert who can help you consider all your options – so you can make the best buying decision.
At the end of your visit, you will receive a completed site survey that can serve as a guideline, should you decide to purchase a hot tub now or in the future.
STEP TWO
Site Planning Guidelines
While each homeowner has a unique situation, and a site survey will be required to fully understand the best place to install your spa, there are some guidelines to consider regarding privacy and maintenance.
You can start with these tips, and then discuss them during your site survey:
- You will need a structurally sound and level surface for the hot tub
- When using a concrete surface, you will need to give it plenty of time to cure
- Double check that there are no sprinklers that will hit the panels of the spa
- Consider the nearest bathroom
- Consider privacy from neighbors
- Make sure there is easy access to a garden hose
- Use a licensed electrician
- Be sure there is easy access to service panels
- Avoid placing spa under gutters
- Consider installing walkway to spa to help keep out leaves and dirt
- Proper ventilation will be needed for indoor installations
STEP THREE
Decide Which Brand is Right for You
We know that buying a hot tub is an investment, which is why we want to help you make a smart and informed buying decision.
Scheduling a site survey is a great idea for those in the beginning stages of shopping for a hot tub, whether you decide to buy a ThermoSpas® Hot Tub or a spa from another brand.
The added benefit of a site survey with with our team is that you will be provided with information about the features and benefits that make ThermoSpas® Hot Tubs a leader within the industry.
Why ThermoSpas?
Our hot tubs are custom built to your needs and budget, meaning that there are many options for you to choose from. A ThermoSpas technician will guide you through the whole process, from patented heating technology to water purification options and more. After reviewing the details with a ThermoSpas technician, you can compare the energy efficiency of a ThermoSpas to another manufacturer. You will also learn about the ThermoSpas® Hot Tub features that make our spas easier to maintain, making any future repairs hassle-free. By the end of the site inspection, you will know everything you need to know about hot tubs, whether you choose a ThermoSpas® Hot Tub or not.