By Andy Go
So you want to relax in a hot tub but you're just can't afford it? What do you do? Having a tight budget doesn't necessarily equate to the fact that, you can no longer enjoy the soothing feeling offered by hot tubs because you can now make the most out of used hot tubs on the market.
Retailers and used hot tubs
Not having thousands of dollars will no longer hamper your desire to treat yourself with a nice soak in a hot tub, because you can now find a lot of retailers who are selling used hot tubs. In case the retailer that you dropped by wasn't selling used hot tubs, then you could probably ask him where to find one because he is among the best sources you can get.
If you are the shy-type in terms of asking information from a professional, then the best thing for you is to check the classified ads in your newspaper and see if there are other sources. However, the safest option that you can take in purchasing used hot tubs is to seek an 'expert opinion', or to find an expert who is well-informed regarding the model of hot tubs. So that you can be guided accordingly during the time that you are to purchase your used hot tub.
Evaluating the hot tub
It is indispensable that you fully inspect the tub first for flaws. Among the first things that you should check are the pumps, and the jets which could be checked by turning the tub on and off. In doing this you will save yourself from the possibility of buying rubbish which might not even last a week or two. It is also important that you check the tub for cracks or drips because it is the topmost problems of tubs.
Clean the used tub
As soon as you have purchased the tub, the next thing is to give your hot tub a good bath in order to give it a new look. Use disinfectant for to kill the bacterium that have resided in the tub and then you may also put in some chlorine and bromine. To finish off the cleaning you must use shock treatment in order to overcome the other impurities such as dirt, oils, perspirations and some soap films.
Retailers and used hot tubs
Not having thousands of dollars will no longer hamper your desire to treat yourself with a nice soak in a hot tub, because you can now find a lot of retailers who are selling used hot tubs. In case the retailer that you dropped by wasn't selling used hot tubs, then you could probably ask him where to find one because he is among the best sources you can get.
If you are the shy-type in terms of asking information from a professional, then the best thing for you is to check the classified ads in your newspaper and see if there are other sources. However, the safest option that you can take in purchasing used hot tubs is to seek an 'expert opinion', or to find an expert who is well-informed regarding the model of hot tubs. So that you can be guided accordingly during the time that you are to purchase your used hot tub.
Evaluating the hot tub
It is indispensable that you fully inspect the tub first for flaws. Among the first things that you should check are the pumps, and the jets which could be checked by turning the tub on and off. In doing this you will save yourself from the possibility of buying rubbish which might not even last a week or two. It is also important that you check the tub for cracks or drips because it is the topmost problems of tubs.
Clean the used tub
As soon as you have purchased the tub, the next thing is to give your hot tub a good bath in order to give it a new look. Use disinfectant for to kill the bacterium that have resided in the tub and then you may also put in some chlorine and bromine. To finish off the cleaning you must use shock treatment in order to overcome the other impurities such as dirt, oils, perspirations and some soap films.
