What’s Involved in Getting a Hot Tub Set Up?

What is involved in setting up a hot tub? From finding the ideal location to ensuring a sturdy surface underneath your hot tub, there are certain steps involved in the setup. But what about plumbing or electrical work? Below, we’ll provide you with what you might like to know about all that’s involved in a hot tub setup.  

Finding the Perfect Location For Your Hot Tub

Whether you decide to have your hot tub installed inside the house or out, or above or inground, is entirely up to you! Your space and preferences will play a large role in where and how your hot tub is initially installed. There are various options for structures under a hot tub to provide the support it needs, including crushed gravel, a reinforced deck, a concrete slab and more. There are so many options to choose from that it makes it easy to find the one that will work best for your space and specific hot tub model. If you’re planning on putting your hot tub outside, then there are certain things you will need to consider, like how far away it needs to be from your home and property line. You will also need to ensure that you’re working with even, levelled ground. This may require you to use levelling tools to ensure that the ground is even so that your hot tub is never on an angle. Ensuring that you have the proper measurements of your hot tub will allow you to find the best space in your yard for it. Alternatively, if you’re planning on having your hot tub placed inside your house, then you will need to ensure that you have a sturdy surface, drainage and proper ventilation. So how does plumbing work for a hot tub, and what do you need to know? 

Plumbing and Electrical 

While many hot tubs will have plumbing built into the cabinet, it’s important to ensure you’re choosing a model with this. By looking at your hot tub, you will likely see the pump, filter, heater, skimmer, etc. Without these systems, your hot tub would ultimately just be one large bath. However, because of all the working parts, the plumbing of many hot tubs is actually one continuous cycle of flowing water. By looking behind the shell, you will likely see different pipes, valves, connectors, etc. Because most of this plumbing is tucked away and owners don’t always see it right away, it might not always be common knowledge to know how it all works, and, additionally, what might be involved in setting it up. The good news is that because many hot tubs already have everything self-contained within their system, there isn’t a whole lot of external work that will need to be done. If at any point you feel there is an issue with your hot tub’s plumbing, hiring a professional to take a look at it is the best decision. By reaching out to a hot tub dealer near you, you can have expert advice in no time. 

When it comes to the electrical components of a hot tub, it is important to hire a licensed electrician to take care of it for you. Because you’re dealing with water and electricity together, it’s always essential to have a professional do this part. However, as an owner, there are some things you can keep in mind. For instance, a hot tub needs to have its own circuit, and standard-sized hot tubs will require a 50 to 60-amp breaker. They will also need to have a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). It’s important that before setting up your hot tub and establishing the right spot for it, you’re considering how easily accessible it will be in terms of electricity. For starters, ensure there’s enough space around your hot tub to do work, while also keeping in mind that your hot tub should be away from any powerlines or wires. However, by hiring licensed professionals to assist you wherever and whenever you feel you need it when bringing a hot tub home will provide you with the peace of mind you need. Because, when it comes down to it, hot tubs are meant to be a place of relaxation, after all!

To learn more about choosing the right hot tub for your home, download our free buyer’s guide.