Frequently Asked Questions:

How much will a Spa/Hot Tub cost to run per day?
A Spa/ Hot Tub will cost about £1.00 a day to run.
question bullet What are the chemical costs for running a Spa / Hot Tub?
answer bullet Depending where you buy from, the chemicals will cost no more than $20.00 per month & even less if you have an ozone system installed.
question bullet What electrical supply is required?
answer bullet A 15Amp or 30Amp depending on which model you choose. Check the  spec sheet for the spa that you have chosen, but generally the more the amps the spa /hot tubs consumes the great the output power of your hot tub /spa.
question bullet Do I need an electrician for the supply to the Hot Tub?
answer bullet Yes. A registered electrician will need to visit you premises to determine what supply is required and run a circuit from the consumer unit and install a circuit breaker.
question bullet What is the weight of a Spa /Hot Tub when it is dry/empty?
answer bullet The weight is approximately 240Kg.
question bullet What is the weight of a Hot Tub when it is full?
answer bullet About 1500Kg for the 1200 litre capacity Spa/ hot tub
question bullet Will A Spa /Hot Tub fit through a door?
answer bullet The smaller models September fit but the larger models are unlikely to.See the dimensions for the models. We generally transport the spas on the side with the use of a spa trolley
question bullet Do I need to have water connected all of the time?
answer bullet No. Initially fill the pool using a garden hose and then  top up the water as required.
question bullet How often do I need to change the water?
answer bullet We recommend to change the water every 3-4 months or sooner if you prefer.
question bullet Will the spa /hot tub work all year.
answer bullet This depending on the size of the heater installed into you hot tub. the smaller the heater the longer it will take for the water to warm up, We recommend at least a 3.0kw heater so you can use the hot tub all year.
question bullet What temperature will the hot tub get up to?
answer bullet with a 1.5kw-2.0 kw the normal operating temperature will be up to 32c (summer conditions) & with a 3.0 kw heater the hot tub will get up to 40c (all year round use)
question bullet Why do all spas/hot tubs have different size pumps?
answer bullet pump sizes vary in speed & pressure, the great the size the more therapeutic the hot  tub becomes. Always check if the pumps have a 2 speed operating levels
question bullet what is an ozone system?
answer bullet Ozone can be put into your hot tub, at a small cost, this reduces the amount of chemicals and the running cost of the hot tubs .
question bullet what is a 24 hour re-circulation pump?
answer bullet This is a small pump, that operates 24 hours a day!,with a running of of no more than 10 pence a day... this manages the water, and help reduce noise levels from you spa /hot tub
question bullet I still have a question that I can not find the answer to?
answer bullet Click our chat link on the right , we have a team of qualified hot tub advisers waiting for your questions. We have someone at hand 24 hours a day 245 days a year, So if it is just to stay hello in the middle of the night we are here!!
question bullet How much will a Spa/Hot Tub cost to run per day?
answer bullet A Spa/ Hot Tub will cost about $1.00 a day to run.

*no labour warranty on the californian spa

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