Your own hot tub? Most people would love to have one, readily available to soak in after a hard day at work. Lucky are those who can afford to have one at home because a hot tub has both mental and physical therapeutic effects. The water pressure on different parts of the body improves blood circulation, soothes minor sore muscles, eases minor ordinary pains as well as discomforts from arthritis.
A hot tub is expensive, so anyone planning to have one installed at home should try to select the best hot tub. The best hot tub is one that fits your budget, the space available and the operating cost and is one that makes the user feel that he or she got what they paid for.
The following should be considered in selecting the best hot tub:
1. Budget
How much is available to spend for a new hot tub?
2. Location and the size of the hot tub
Check the needed space for the hot tub and the accompanying accessories and plumbing. Check also if after the installation there is enough space for the user to move around. Are the passageways big enough to bring the tub to the space where it will be installed?
3. Ventilation
Hot water will make it humid, so plan for exhaust fans unless you intend to install the hot tub outdoors.
4. Outdoor tub location
Is it convenient for the user? If the tub is to be installed on a deck, is it strong enough and safe?
5. Hot tub and accessories
- Safety rails for safe entry and exit from the tub.
- Storage cabinets for the chemicals and other items needed for the hot tub.
- Panel locking for safety
- Automatic shut off feature for cost saving.
- Remote Control to set the bath condition up to a certain distance from the tub.
6. Operating cost
This mostly concerns the cost of electricity. Know the difference in cost between an outdoor and indoor hot tub.
Even small electrical appliances are tested before they are sold, so ask the retailer for a test drive. An important feature to check is the actual effects of the jets you plan to choose.
If the hot tub functions as expected, is within the intended budget, and fits the place well, then it is the best hot tub.
