The Spa Guy

Many people enjoy owning their own hot tubs for a number of reasons. Although they can bring a lot of enjoyment they can also cost quite a bit as well. For those who have always loved the idea of owning their own but have never seriously considered purchasing one because of the cost then perhaps looking at the large selection on the market may be right for you. Here is a guide on what benefits shoppers can expect when it comes to owning one of their own Spas, how to find them and what one could expect to pay.

When picking your own Used Hot Tubs you will find the biggest advantage is the large amount of money you will end up saving. New tubs can cost shoppers quite a bit of money. By purchasing one that is used you can sometimes save over half of what you would normally pay. The majority of the time Used Hot Tubs are in great shape and have not been used very much. Many people will purchase the hot tubs brand new, use them once or twice and then want to sell them because they do not use them as much as they thought they would. They will often put them at exceptionally low prices just so they can get rid of them.

There are several different places you can go to look for Used Hot Tubs. The first place that many people look is at online classified sites or in the classified section of their local newspaper. Finding what your looking for here gives the shopper the advantage of not having to travel far. You get to choose what location you want to look for your new recreational toy. When shopping this way be sure to take someone with you when you go and ask lots of questions. It is also a good idea to look at the brand that is advertised and see what sort of reviews you can find on it. This may sound like a bit of research but it could potentially save you a lot of time and money.

Next you can look for Used Spas at some Spa and hot tub stores. Shoppers should be careful though when shopping for Used Hot Tubs in these stores because many times the store owners will try to persuade you to buy a brand new hot tub instead.

Prices for Used Spas will vary depending upon where you purchase them, what size they are and what brand they are. Remember to do your research so you get a good deal. For example, someone may be trying to sell you a spa for $3000 because it cost them $6000 three years ago. Make sure that this is a really good deal or for this price this demand that they deliver it as well. For those who take your time and shop around you will be able to find the best deals.

As household consumer products go, hot tubs are a big ticket item. Now you certainly wouldn’t go out shopping for a car without doing at least some rudimentary research and with some hot tubs costing as much as $10,000 now, the same rule should apply. You see, just like a car, there are just so many interconnecting features that have to be considered.

It Really Does Pay To Do Some Research

As an example you’re going to want to make a decision ahead of time as to what color or color options you’re interested in. Also you will have to consider more then one type of material before you make your final decision as well as whether or not you’re going to want any hydrotherapy jets in the unit you finally decide on.

When It Come To Hot Tubs Size Does Matter

Size is yet another major consideration. For instance one thing that you want to take into account, is where at your home you’re going to position your spa. Will it in fact fit? Also the number of people that you plan on using it at one time has to be taken into account.

What Ever Floats Your Boat

For instance, if you’re planning on just you and your significant other sharing the tub, you can get by with a smaller unit. However; if your idea of fun is throwing wine soaked swingers parties where multitudes of naked people will be clamoring in and out of it, your going to have to go for an extra large spa for sure.

Fiberglass Composite Hot Tubs Are the Easiest To Maintain

Maintenance or lack of it, is yet one more thing that you’ll want to look at. If you’re a busy person who’s thinking in terms of low maintenance hot tubs, then you probably should go with a fiberglass composite. Wood looks great but they are more prone to leaks and do require more upkeep.

The fact is that hot tubs, if properly maintained and cared for are a fantastic addition to any household. The deal is though, that if they are not properly taken care of they can become a serious problem that can even lead to health issues. Of course you regularly maintain your spa chemicals. Just the same, they do need to be drained and cleaned once every three or four months.

Find the Drain Plug At the Bottom of Your Spa

Take a look around the bottom of your spa and somewhere you’ll find a drain hole. Simply hook a hose up to it and run the hose out onto your lawn or to the storm drain and let it drain. For some people and you may be one of them, this can be a time consuming process. One answer to this, is to buy a cheap sump pump from your local hardware store and use that.

Its Built Up Grease and Grime That You’re After

After you’ve drained your spa, the next step is to clean it and it is grease and grime that you’re primarily thinking about. For this job, any good quality kitchen or shop degreaser will do, such as Formula 409 or a similar spray product. Do make sure that you rinse your spa thoroughly after you are done or you will be stuck with foam and cleaner residue when the spa is refilled.

There Are Cleaners Made Just for Hot Tubs

You may even want to consider checking online for a cleaner thats specifically formulated for hot tubs. While you are at it, take a look around for polish that’s made just for this job as well. Make sure that you clean and replace your filter while your at it. After you’re done, simply refill your spa then add the proper chemicals accordingly.

If you have enjoyed that Jacuzzi treatment at the spa you must have wondered how it works to give a heavenly massage and soak.  A Jacuzzi is a brand name for a hot tub and if you are wondering how a hot tub works, read on.

The Basics:

There are two types of hot tubs – the wooden-staved simple baths and the plastic tubs you have seen in those fancy spas.  These come in different exciting shapes to fit into your garden theme and are colored from the simple natural wooden finish for wooden tubs to vibrant oranges for plastic tubs.  As a rule, these tubs are installed outdoors and will require protective covering against extreme heat and cold.

These are either portable or permanently installed.  Portable tubs are easy to install while permanent tubs have to be set up by a professional installer to prevent accidents and to insure that the tubs are secure and can be safely used.

Hot tubs are available in different sizes and shapes.  Larger tubs can accommodate as much as seven people and even more if customized for special requirements.  The shape of the tubs is also critical when making a choice because you have to consider the size and number of the people who are going to regularly use the tub.

Forget about the labors of pouring hot water into the tub, that’s all passe.  Hot tubs of this generation have attachments to a water source and wirings to be attached to a dedicated electrical outlet.   The wires and plastic pipes are cleverly camouflaged or hidden under potted plants and decorative stones.

How it Works:

Filling the tub — Before enjoying a hot soak, water is drawn from the source and passes through a system of pipes and goes into a heating apparatus before it finally goes into the tub where it is released in jets of water.

Water filtration — The water that is drawn into the tub is filtered with a pressure filtration system that uses cartridge to filter out impurities. Another type of filtration, the suction filtration system uses suction action to skim impurities while the water is drawn into the pump and before it reaches the heating system.

Water temperature — The latest models of hot tubs, you will be using a digital keypad to select the water temperature. Modern tubs have a regulation system that prevents water heating beyond 104° Fahrenheit. Once you have picked out your desired temperature, the information is fed into the control box, which regulates the different parts of the tub.

Water action – Newer models of hot tubs have adjustable jets that use air to temper the warm water. You can control the amount of air to set the right setting for your hot tub and for a comfortable hot soak.

Drain — After the hot soak, you simply drain the water as you would your kitchen sink.

Lights — Hot tubs are also outfitted with lights which make it nice to use outdoors at night.

The hot tub operates simply and is easy to install and use.  Now that you know how it works, you might consider buying the right hot tub for you and your family.