I certainly can understand you wanting to buy a hot tub. There is nothing more relaxing than to chill out in your hot tub of an evening. So this blog post will go over what you need to consider before you choose which hot tub you are going to purchase.

Where to put it
Location is very important. You want somewhere that is private but easily accessible. A sturdy deck or by an existing swimming pool are great places. Also make sure that there isn’t many tree’s around otherwise you’ll forever be scooping out leaves from your hot tub.

Because they can become very heavy with all that water you also need to make sure that the place you are putting it can handle the load.

Size
If it is just going to be you and your partner using in then you only need a small hot tub however if you entertain a lot then you’ll need something bigger. A good rule of thumb is to multiply 75 gallons (284 litres) of water per person.

Price
2 person spas often start at around $4,000 and bigger spa’s can reach up to $10,000 and more. You’ll need to take into account not only the cost of the hot tub but also running costs. If you are able to insulate your spa you’ll be able to save some money from the operating costs.

You many also need to pay for extra’s such as delivery and installation to get the tub to your home. And don’t forget the electrical and plumbing costs to get it set up.

Type
Acrylic, Fiberglass, Redwood? Obviously this can come down to personal preference but make sure you consider things like cleaning. Redwood, while beautiful, requires a lot of cleaning and upkeep whereas acrylic hot tubs are very easy to take care of but don’t have the same aesthetic appeal. You can even get small portable hot tubs made of vinyl for under $3,000.