Installing a Hot Tub Part 3

Part three of a series on installing a hot tub explores some final points.

Hot Tub Installation:  Installing an Outdoor Hot Tub

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As a rule, if you are installing a hot tub, it's usually put outside.  In our last article, we covered making sure you have a firm base for it, but what about a way to get to it?  Do you have a path around your hot tub and leading to it?  And not just any path, a path that someone can conceivably walk on barefoot?  A lot of time people aren't as cautious as they should be with the paving stones they create.  Concrete is fine, however, you don't want it too rough.  Otherwise you're going to be wincing as you step on it.  You also want a clear path that will cut down on the debris that will end up in the hot tub.  While it is possible to do it later, doing it before hand makes the transition easier.  Now you have a way to it, what is your hot tub going to rest on?

If you have  at least a week or maybe even two before you get your hot tub delivered,  concrete is an ideal solution for the hot tub base. It  won't be cheap, but it will add value to your property. A reinforced concrete base at minimum should be 4 inches thick and be able to support a ton or more of weight.

How Long After I Pour My Concrete Before I install a Hot Tub?

First off, check the weather report.  You do not want to put any concrete down if there is a chance of rain or high humidity.  Otherwise, your concrete will take a lot longer to dry, and you run the risk of cracking it.  Once the concrete is dry, and cured, then you want to probably seal your concrete to prevent water damage.  Then you can install your hot tub at that time.

So remember, preparing for a hot tub is almost as important as purchasing one.  If you have any questions, get on the phone to your hot tub dealer in Glendale.

 This concludes part three of our series. For more information on hot tub installation, be sure to read part one and part two.

Sunset Spas of Arizona
7410 W. Bell Rd. Suite 300
Glendale AZ 85308
623-776-7727
http://www.sunsetspasaz.com

Installing a Hot Tub Part 2

Part two of a series on installing a hot tub explores more installation must haves.

Installing a Hot Tub:  Make Sure You Have Enough Space

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When you are getting ready to install a hot tub in Glendale, you want to make sure that you have enough space.  For example, you need a bit of space surrounding the tub.  Why?

Well, what happens if you need to repair your hot tub? You're going to need to   leave extra space so that you or your repair person can easily get to both the pump and the motor, as we discussed in our last article.  Just remember, you have a bit to do before you install your hot tub.

Hot Tub Installation: What You Need to Do First

Remember, it isn't up to the delivery people to prepare the site for your hot tub.  That is entirely up to you.   As we discussed in our previous article, a hot tub + three people + the water is going to weigh about one ton.  So make sure that the area is even and solid, or you're risking your tub.  It is important to remember, that if your hot tub is damaged, and it is because you didn't prepare the site properly, then, your damage is not covered under warranty, and you're stuck with an expensive algae pond.

So remember, preparation is everything in life.  You prepare for an exam by studying for it.  You prepare your taxes by gathering your financial records.  And if you want to install a hot tub in Glendale, you need to prepare the place it is going to be.

This concludes part two of our series. For more information on hot tub installation, be sure to read part one and part three.

Sunset Spas of Arizona
7410 W. Bell Rd. Suite 300
Glendale AZ 85308
623-776-7727
http://www.sunsetspasaz.com

Installing a Hot Tub Part I

Part one of a series on installing a hot tub explores basic installation procedures.

I've Bought a Hot Tub, What Now?

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Ok, first off congratulations on your hot tub purchase.  The delivery will be in a few days, which is plenty of time to get everything you need ready for the installation.  First off, hopefully you've already got a location picked out.

If not, you have to think about whether you want to install an indoor hot tub or install an outdoor hot tub.  Whether the spa will be installed indoors or out,  bear this in mind: a hot tub that will hold three people will weigh at least a ton. Remember, it's not just the tub and the people.  It's also the water that adds a lot to the weight of the unit.  Now, that we've got that out of the way, let's talk about placement.

Where NOT to Install a Hot Tub in Glendale

Ok, first off, if your location has any power lines within 10 feet of it, don't install your hot tub here.  You also want to have a solid and above all else level foundation for your hot tub, so don't put it on bare ground.  You do not want your tub to be someplace where the discharge or overflow from the tub is going to cause a problem.  You also do not want to install your hot tub anywhere without sufficient space for someone to be able to access the motor and the pump.

So with all of these requirements in mind, in narrows where you can put your tub.  Ideally, you want to do this step before the installation team comes in, but we understand that things happen.  Just remember though, one of the most important things you can do before you install a hot tub in Glendale is to plan for it.

This concludes part one of our series. For more information on hot tub installation, be sure to read part two and part three.

Sunset Spas of Arizona
7410 W. Bell Rd. Suite 300
Glendale AZ 85308
623-776-7727
http://www.sunsetspasaz.com

Hot Tubs Glendale Part 2

Part two of our series on hot tubs Glendale explores stress and stress relief.

Hot Tubs Glendale

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First off, some forms of stress are necessary.  In a life or death situation, stress is natural, and can literally save your life, namely the famous 'fight or flight' response ingrained into us all.  However, make no mistake, unresolved stress is a bad thing.  Unresolved stress, or stacking  is a proven contributor to a plethora of health problems from gingivitis to even cardiovascular disease.  Completely eliminating all forms of stress is an impossibility.  However, there are several methods you can use to reduce your stress significantly.  As a hot tub dealer in Glendale, here are some of the methods of stress relief:

• Meditation
• Massage
• Going for a Walk
• Exercise

All of these ways can help to relieve stress, however, there is no perfect way of relieving stress.  Even a hot tub in Glendale has to be used in moderation, as we will cover in our next article about proper hot tub use.

Hot Tubs Glendale: One Method of Stress Relief

Hot tubs in Glendale are a good way to relax, however.  They can also help after exercise, and provide you with your own 24x7 masseuse or masseur.  And you obviously don't have to tip your hot tub.  In fact we recommend not tipping your hot tub at all, or all the water will spill out.

Sorry, we couldn't resist, a bit of spa industry humor.  But guess what.  Guess what another method of stress relief is? That's right, having a sense of humor.  In fact a sense of humor is one of the ways we can deal with life and it's stresses. There is another way, however, and that is to install a hot tub in Glendale.

This concludes part two of our series on Glendale hot tubs, be sure to read part one and part three as well.

Sunset Spas of Arizona
7410 W. Bell Rd. Suite 300
Glendale AZ 85308
623-776-7727
http://www.sunsetspasaz.com