worldboy79

Watching the video for the first time after having read what it was about, I kept waiting for the tub itself to somehow start swinging and hit the chimney. Didn't even think what happened could happen (don't wan't say what happened and ruin it for those who haven't watched). Quite a big tub, though, I guess that's an 'inground' model? Our delivery was by trolley and even that had a few intense moments trying to get around the corner of the house with the house awning sticking out.

Hello, We did not get the ozonator. I was debating but from what I understand the ozonator just reduces the amount of chemicals you use, not eliminates them, so we decided not to. Had I thought at the time I should have asked him to throw that in for free. He did say that the tub is ozonator-ready and this can be added later on if we wish. Our price for the tub came to about $6000 with taxes, though I should point out our taxes and prices are generally higher in Canada. If you are trying to get them to throw in the ozonator and they decline, maybe another item they could throw in is the stairs. Our dealer brought stairs with him when he set up the tub, but they weren't even a matching coastal grey color and seemed kind of small. Plus they wanted too much for them. Therefore, we decided to go the route of building our own, simple carpentry skills.

We got a Hot Spot Relay at the end of May. I have the stairs at the front of the tub but more to the left side. When you step in you step onto the seat part of the lounger. I don't find it awkward but I built my stairs 4 feet wide so this helps too as you don't have to try to aim your foot onto a narrow little step. The lounger is a nice feature and okay, but your legs tend to float around a bit with the power of the jets. The Hot Spot Tempo model that we also looked at had a bit more leg room for the lounger but this wasn't a big deal for us. I find some of the other seats just as relaxing and you can stretch your legs out anyway. The jets seem to have more than enough power. Was impressed with them. The waterfall feature is nice but really doesn't add any value to the tub (for me anyways). The LED lights are nice at night. The jets come with four different settings, you just keep hitting the jets button until you get the one you like. We aren't too fussy. I find the number of jets fine and some of the jets are adjustable. The Hot Spot comes with the GFCI Spa Disconnect box so check with your dealer. Apparently most spas don't. Our electrician charged us $750 but we had a 35 foot run under the back deck, across the lawn and to the tub. We dug our own trench under the lawn which wasn't really that hard. Our local dealer included delivery and set up as well as an initial supply of chemicals. We have a minor leak around the filter canister area, but our dealer is currently checking with Hot spot on the best way to fix it. Other than that so far so good. You are smart to go with the cover lifter - it makes it that much easier. Glen

If outdoor temperatures are already well below freezing I guess part of the challenge is to work quickly. That is, once you drain the tub you probably want to try to Shop Vac any water out before it freezes. I might be tempted to hire a local spa dealer to do this as they probably know what to do and be fairly quick at it. I guess it really depends what part of Canada too. Here it's definitely winter and quite below normal temperatures.

Hello, newbie here so excuse the question. We haven't bought a tub yet, but I've been wondering - as hot tub water is considered 'waste water' I guess I would have to pump the water from the hot tub, through the back yard, into the house, down the stairs, and into the basement sewer? The same place where soapy water from the clothes washer goes down? Just curious as to how others handle this, though I guess some newer developments have eaves trough downspouts which feed into the sewer system downstairs, don't they? I guess this may vary depending on regulations and where a person lives (rural or city area)? Regards, Glen

We are doing the hot tub installation in steps, the patio came first. I went the pavers route, more so because of cost and I figured it would be more attractive to use as a patio, made it bigger than the actual tub size. I just wanted to suggest that if you are planning on buying a hot tub brand new it might be a good idea to check your owners manual or check with the manufacturer. I was viewing a few manufacturers manuals on line and most have a section on product placement. Most are okay with having the tub placed on a reinforced concrete slab, patio pavers, or a deck (providing it can bear the weight). Some brands even will let you place it on gravel. Some brands, however, specifically state in the manual that the tub must be placed on concrete only, or a deck, and anything else will void the warranty.

Another way to look at it: if they were fixing one thing and replacing one part, you wouldn't necessarily expect them to extend the warranty. This is sort of the same except they are replacing all the parts which in a way is better yet. Still, I can understand your concern but hopefully your new tub won't be as problem prone.

Hello, new member here with a question about Strong/Evolution spas. We are working toward getting a tub (getting patio made hopefully this week). Then we must get electrical done. If it's too late in the season (translation - Winter setting in) we may wait until spring to order the spa (was debating between St. Tropez or Mediterranean-Canadian version.) Just personal reasons, I am not sure I prefer getting used to a tub, water testing, etc. in the chill of winter. However, in the event that we do get one in winter, my question is, since your spas are tested in the factory, does that mean water is left in the plumbing lines? If so, and a spa is shipped during winter, would it possibly cause a problem with freezing in the lines and damaging the components? Also, would the shell be more subject to damage if moved during extreme cold winter temperatures? Also, though I don't think there's an authorized dealer in our City for Evolution/Strong spas(Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), but can you confirm that you have an agreement with a local dealer to provide warranty repairs, if needed? Regards, Glenn