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Thank you, That is great information.

Hello, I need some PH UP for my hot tub. I noticed Lowes carries a 4lb container called Aqua Chem PH UP for pools at 7.99. I have been using the Hot Springs brand but it cost alot more. Are they both the same or is the Lowes brand for pools only. Thanks for any advice.

Hello again; Just found out it is my ozonator tube. For some reason it had some sort of connector joining it togeather. I disconnected it at the panel and capped it off. Do I need the ozonator just seems like one more thing to go wrong.

Hello, I started to drain my Grandee with both hoses attached to each drain fitting. As it was draining I noticed water leaking out from under the accsess cover. When I took the cover off I noticed a tube with water coming out of it. I do not know where this end of the tube goes. It is attached to the outlet pipe and the other end with the water coming out was just hanging there. Does anyone know what this tube is for and where it goes? Thanks

Hello, After searching online for awhile and not finding anything local I went to Home Depot. They have 1/2" thick black rubber mats with drain holes. They are 3'x3' interlocking so I bought seven of them at 19.98 each. This was a lucky find for me because I could not find a better price online. And since they weigh to much they would have to be freight delivered. So now I am set for when the tub arrives and can get it inspected. Yes I thought about not getting a permit but if anything happens such as an accident or fire I know my homeowners insurance will cover it. Without a permit if I sell my house I would still have to get a permit or if they re-access my property so in my situation I have peace of mind. This town only requires an electrical permit. I want to thank everyone for their help with this. This will be my first hot tub and this forum helped me a lot with all the great information here.

Hello and thanks for the great ideas. I live in Ocean County N.J. and the electrical inspector said a min. of 3/8" solid or 1/2" with holes. One side needs a 3x10' and the other 3x9' and both will need to be trimmed for an exact fit.

Hello, Thanks for the replies. I just got off the phone with the local inspector and it is true about needing the mats. He said they must be at least 3ft. wide around the the tub where ever you can step out onto the patio, in my case that is on two sides. It seems to be a good alternative to ripping up the concrete. Just need to find some place that sells this type of matting.

Hello; I am a newbe here and found some really great information in this forum. Just got back from the Hot Spring dealer after placing my order for a 2007 Grandee. The electrician who will be installing the electric hookup told me in order to pass inspection I need to place rubber mats around the hot tub. The reason for this is for grounding since the tub is going on an existing concrete patio. Does anyone know where to buy these mats? Thanks in advance for any advise.