Warning signs when buying a used Hot Tub Or Spa

You've tried ads in a used hot tub and found what looks like a large. Or perhaps a friend has offered to make you buy them, or maybe I have received a tub used as a freebie. It's really a good deal? There is no way to tell for sure until you have it installed and running.

The first and most important thing is to not buy and pay for any used spa or hot tub that you have not seen in operation and tested completely. The purchase of a"dry"tub is a disappointment waiting to happen. You might get lucky and everything goes well, but also stand the chance of having a budget-busting disaster on your hands.

You should also keep in mind that the simple movement of a tank puts a whole new set of stresses on the plumbing, tub shell, and the frame. An unnoticable crack in the spa, sitting in its original position is likely to be exacerbated by a truck and move it. This is especially true if the tank was repaired at times in the past. So, just because everything was going well when you checked it out, does not mean it will be exactly the same thing when you have finished your movement and installation.

• Even with a free hot tub will probably have some hidden fees and perhaps unexpected
• You must find a way to move it. Many"portable"hot tubs will not fall into the back of a truck.
• You must connect the power (and if you are not an electrician, this is something that should never be attempted by the owner of a house). This could involve trenching for power lines and the management of a drop to 220 volts, in addition to the supply of electricity.
• Once you get everything you need to fix something broke on the move, and repair damage or defects that were not visible when you have inspected.
• It is also likely need to buy other supplies (chemicals for water, a test kit, a new filter cartridge, and possibly a hot tub cover).
• Check the filter cartridge to ensure it is implemented and the filter itself is not torn or just completely exhausted.
• He has come with a hot tub cover? If the lid is broken, torn, discolored, waterlogged, or a thermal blanket is not included in the contract, then you could look at a significant additional cost.

If an inspection of the hot tub, be sure and check the following:

1. Use a thermometer to check the accuracy of the thermostat bath tub. If you are out of calibration, which is not necessarily a problem, but the information you need to know to operate the tub safely. If you won't heat the water to normal operating temperature (usually 104 degrees), which is another matter entirely. There may be a heating problem.
2. Open any door giving access to facilities or areas under the tub. Look for any leaks or signs of water. Check around the pump for any indication that the pump seals are leaking and should be replaced.
3. Listen to the sound of the pump running. Should be a constant buzz. Other sound should tell you that you have a replacement pump in your near future.
4. Turn on the fan and again, listen to the engine. It should sound a bit 'like a vacuum cleaner, and you hear a knocking, pinging, or scraping this is not normal and means that could be whipped out a credit card soon.

Any problems that are discovered may be used as points of negotiating a lower price to purchase. If you remember these issues to the seller, you might get a grant of money that will make the deal more attractive to you.

With all this said, there are some great values used in hot tubs. Only, they can not control things carefully so that you will not regret your decision. Budget for some unexpected expenses, and cross your fingers.

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