Spas and Hot Tubs Buying Tips

Spas and hot tubs buying tip #1: Learn about the spas and hot tubs specific features, its ease to use, and the spas and hot tubs maintenance requirements. Here are some questions you could ask yourself before you buy a hot tub:

• When this particular edition of spas and hot tubs are not in use, does the water in the hot tubs & spas always remain hot and clean?
  
• Do the jets and jet systems of these particular spas and hot tubs allow you to customize your hydromassage experience?
  
• How loud are the spas and hot tubs jets and pumps?
  
• Do the spas and hot tubs offer a balanced filtration system? Are the hot tubs and spas water continuously filtered 24 hours a day to ensure clean, clear water?
  
• Are the filters on the spas and hot tubs you are interested in top-loaded for easy access?
  
• Is the heating and filtration system of the hot tubs & spas you are interested in fully automatic with no programming required?
  
• Is there an automatic clean-up cycle after you exit the spas and hot tubs?
  
• Inquire about the heater on all hot tubs & spas-typically the most vulnerable component of any system in spas and hot tubs. Make sure corrosion will not occur on any hot tubs & spas you consider.
  
• Are the spas and hot tubs controls user-friendly, easy to operate and adjust?
  
• Are there optional features to make ownership of the spas and hot tubs you're interested in easier?
  
• What are the electrical specifications of the spas and hot tubs? Are both 115v and 230v available? If you buy a hot tub with 115v, it can be far less expensive to install.
  
• How is the seating configured on the hot tubs and spas you're interested in? Are you able to move about easily? Do you want to buy a hot tub with lumbar support for your back?
  

Spas and hot tubs buying tip #2: Learn how the hot tubs & spas were constructed and their energy efficiency.

• The components of any hot tubs & spas you consider should be fully tested and backed by the manufacturer's warranty.
  
• Make sure the spas and hot tubs you look at are totally insulated, not just fully-foamed.
  
• Before you buy a hot tub, ask how to estimate the monthly operation costs. In addition, before you buy a hot tub, beware of less expensive spas and hot tubs which can cost in excess of $50 per month to operate.
  

Spas and hot tubs buying tip #3: Obtain a copy of the warranty.

• Before you buy a hot tub, ask for a copy of the warranty and read it thoroughly. Beware of the hot tubs & spas dealer who is reluctant to provide a copy.
  
• What hot tubs & spas parts are covered under warranty and for how long? Before you buy a hot tub, make sure the heater, surface/structure, components, tile and skirt are included.
  
• How does the hot tubs & spas manufacturer's warranty compare with other spas and hot tubs brands? Make sure there are no undesirable limitations or exclusions when you buy a hot tub.
  

Spas and hot tubs buying tip #4: Obtain information on the manufacturer and the dealer to ensure you will receive quality service both during and after you buy a hot tub.

• How long has the hot tubs & spas manufacturer been in business?
  
• How long has the spas and hot tubs dealer been in business? Inquire about their service policy before you buy a hot tub.
  
• Call the Better Business Bureau for more information before you buy a hot tub.
  
• Ask for customer reference before you buy a hot tub.
  

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