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The Best Way to Shop for a New Hot Tub
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If you’re thinking about complementing your home with a new hot tub, you’re not
alone. Each year, thousands of people invest in what is easily one of the most
exciting and rewarding home luxury items.
Hot tub ownership is fun! With endless opportunities for improved health,
convenient entertainment and more, a spa at home can enhance your life and
relationships in many ways.
However, with many different models, selecting the perfect hot tub can be
challenging. The right spa should fit your needs and lifestyle, which is why it’s so
important to know what to look for while shopping. The “one” perfect hot tub is out
there – you simply need to know how to find it.
If you’re ready to buy, and itching to go shopping, take a few minutes to review our
helpful guide, The Best Way to Shop for a New Hot Tub. We provide answers to
common questions with tips and advice on how to choose a hot tub that fits your
needs, what to expect from water care and how to save money with an energy
efficient spa. We also share important details on how to find a reliable dealer to
ensure that you get the most out of your hot tub, before, during and after purchase.
A quality hot tub is an investment. The more you know before you buy, the happier
you will be with an exciting addition to your home. Ready to go shopping for a new
hot tub? Let’s go!
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Choosing Your Hot Tub: Why Do You Want a Spa –
Health, Fun or Both?
The key to choosing the best hot tub for your
lifestyle is to fully understand why you want a hot
tub in the first place. Your goals with ownership
will drive all other decisions as you shop.
Most people don’t realize that hot tubs are
designed with different uses in mind. But every
spa is different, created specifically to provide a
unique experience, whether it’s relieving pain
through hydrotherapy, entertaining friends or
relaxing solo after work.
Even if you intend to do all of these activities (which you can) outlining the main
reason why you want to buy a hot tub will help you choose the perfect spa.
How Do You Plan on Using It? - Think about why you want to bring a spa into your
home. Are you looking to reduce stress? Find relief from arthritis? Do you plan on
hosting parties for friends?
Answering these questions will help you
narrow your choices when it comes to both
size and style. If health and wellness is a
priority, look at different models than if
you intend to entertain.
Decide how you plan on using the hot tub
and be more prepared to find the perfect
complement to your home.
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Who Will Be Using It the Most? - Another way to choose the right hot tub is to think
about who will be using it most. If you intend to soak with a spouse, look at different
models than if an extended family will be using the spa regularly.
Sure, you may want to entertain on occasion, but if you think you’ll be alone or with
a significant other most the time, plan your purchase accordingly.
How Big Should It Be and What Type of Seating
Should It Have?
Great news for spa enthusiasts: modern hot tubs are available in a wide range of
shapes and sizes. Small models make it easy to enjoy hydrotherapy even in compact
space, while oversized party tubs can easily seat ten or more people at one time—
the perfect backyard retreat.
Choosing the Right Size - It’s tempting to buy the biggest, most exciting hot tub on
the showroom floor. But, do you really need space for eight? Remember, the size of
the tub has nothing to do with performance, and a small model equipped with optimal
jets can provide the same luxurious experience as a large, party tub. Choose the size
that’s best for you by creating a strategy that prevents you from buying a tub that’s
too big—or too small.
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Seating Options - Luckily, hot tubs have modernized since the traditional wooden
tub with straight back seating. In fact, today’s hot tubs prioritize comfort and style,
with a wide range of seating arrangements to fit every taste and
need.
High performance lounges, contoured and
bench style are the basic options, but there are
many variations. While it often comes down
to personal choice, thinking ahead to how
many people you need to accommodate on a
regular basis can help.
Most hot tub seats are contoured to fit the natural curves of the body, but styles vary.
When shopping, don’t be afraid to step into a few different hot tubs to get a feel for
seating arrangements.
Lounge style seats let you recline, but are not always convenient when using the tub
with friends. Bench style seats offer flexibility when entertaining, but cannot recline.
Be honest about your expectations with use and who will be joining you in the tub.
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Home Placement Considerations
The right planning before taking delivery of your new hot tub is critical. Unlike a
new couch or coffee table that can be moved around before committing, a spa
typically cannot be easily moved around the deck or backyard in search of the perfect
spot. Choosing your site, thinking about privacy and other pre-delivery
considerations are essential pre-shopping steps.
Selecting the Site - Choosing a final resting spot for your new spa isn’t complicated.
With many options—the deck, patio, even the backyard or enclosed porch, it’s fun
to think about where your new investment will live. However, make the right choice
by thinking about three things: access, structural soundness and convenience. Make
sure the site you choose can handle the weight of a hot tub, is free from overhanging
wires or tree debris and easily accessible despite the weather.
Privacy Matters! - Another detail that few people think about until after buying is
privacy. For many new spa owners, privacy isn’t an issue until the lush vegetation
starts to disappear. The perfect, secluded spot you enjoyed all summer long can
quickly turn into a wide-open space with an unobstructed view of the neighbors.
Think through your final spot carefully, taking into consideration the changing of
the seasons.
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Pre-Delivery Considerations - Safe, secure delivery of your hot tub is the result of
putting some time into planning before it arrives. Choose a space that meets
electrical needs and research whether you need to obtain permits or meet with a
building contractor for installation. Taking time to organize with a pre-delivery
strategy will ensure you enjoy your spa as soon as it arrives rather than having to
delay the fun while you straighten out the details.
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Save Money by Selecting an Energy Efficient Spa
In an uncertain economy, getting a great deal on
a quality product is smart. Cutting long-term
costs with an energy efficient hot tub is even
smarter, helping you save money every time you
use your spa.
Understanding the kinds of features that are
available with new hot tub brands can help you
find a great value to maximize cost savings, not
just on the day you purchase, but months and years down the road.
Quality Insulation - Many different types of insulation are used in spas, and some
are much better than others. Look for multiple layers of high density, polyurethane
foam insulation to keep more money in your pocket where it belongs. Quality
insulation prevents heat from escaping through the floor or walls of the spa.
Efficient Pumps - Make certain your new hot tub offers energy efficient pumps.
Pumps are available that circulate spa water continuously while using less energy
than a typical 40-watt light bulb.
You can also find pumps that power jets only when you need them—another smart,
money saving feature.
Custom Fit Spa Cover - The right cover can make a huge
difference in how much energy it takes to heat your spa.
A tight seal locks in warm air, decreasing energy use.
Quality covers are rugged and strong, but also offer the
best in both aesthetics and performance.
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Make it Easy to Keep Your Water Clean
When your hot tub water looks and feels clean, you’re
more likely to use it. Water maintenance isn’t
complicated, as long as you understand your options,
and what is available in the latest, most innovative
solutions. The good news is, a lot of the “busy work”
with chemicals and sanitization can be done hands-free.
In fact, with the right system, you can almost “set it and
forget it” enjoying crystal clear, clean, healthy water.
Of course, how much time it takes you to care for your
spa depends on how much you use it and the type of
water filtration system you choose.
Continuous Cleaning Systems - A water system that works continuously to keep your
spa ready to go will save you time by ensuring your water stays free from bacteria
and other contaminants.
Using ozone and silver ions, water is cleaned and sanitized continuously, removing
oils, lotions and other debris that contribute to dirty water. Plus, with low levels of
chlorine needed, you can enjoy safe, sanitized spa water without heavy chlorine
residue.
Salt Water Sanitizing Systems - Salt water systems are
not only great for your spa, but provide a breath of fresh
air when it comes to maintenance. Sanitizers are critical
for keeping your water clean, yet measuring and testing
chemicals is never fun.
Salt water systems offer all natural, powerful cleaners for balanced and sanitized
water. Cleaners are automatically generated from salt and water, meaning you don’t
need to deal with the harsh odor of chlorine. And with fewer chemicals used, there
is less irritation to skin and eyes.
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Buy from a Long-Time Dealer with Great Reviews The best hot tub dealerships come highly recommended. Satisfied customers trust
and return to businesses where sales and service has met—even exceeded
expectations. Dealerships that have stood the test of time have credibility that new
businesses need to work hard to achieve.
Longevity - Business longevity has to do with how long a dealership has been doing
business. While longevity is not the only factor to consider when researching
dealerships, it does provide clues into how satisfied customers have been in the past.
When a business continues to provide what shoppers need - whether it’s sales
expertise, reliable service or quality products—it’s much easier to stay in business.
Growth - In addition to business longevity, dealerships that are growing in the
community tend to be reliable, trusted choices. Businesses that do a good job at
meeting increased customer demand expand and add new stores and new locations.
Happy customers who have had great experiences in the past will return time and
time again.
Customer Reviews - The best test of an award
winning hot tub dealership is what their
customers have to say about them. Customer
reviews can provide invaluable information
into the hot tub buying experience.
They’re also an easy way to get a feel for how
easy—or not—the process is with certain dealers.
Advertisements are designed to be positive, and
real experiences from real people are often more
meaningful.
However, a word of caution: not every review will be positive—and that’s
completely normal. Even stellar businesses have those who feel the need to
complain. Keep this in mind when seeking out reviews, and look at the majority as
opposed to a select few.
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Putting It Altogether
Hot tub ownership is an exciting opportunity to give yourself and your family the
improved health, relaxation and fun they crave. The right hot tub can build
relationships and strengthen bonds with loved ones, serve as an entertainment focal
point or a well-deserved retreat at the end of a long day.
When you go out to shop, think about the topics covered in this guide and refer to it
often to make your purchasing experience easy, convenient and hassle-free. The
perfect hot tub is waiting for you, isn’t it time you found it?
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About Us
Here at Stove and Spa Center, we are committed to making your
life more comfortable by reducing your stress. For centuries, fire
has brought warmth and comfort to people. A family hearth creates
a cozy gathering place that draws people in like a magnet.
Similarly, hot water with massage releases endorphins, relieves pain and allows us
to re-connect our fragmented lives. We feature only the best quality products in each
category. To this we add our commitment to excellent customer service and trained
sales professionals, assuring you that your product will be installed according to all
building and safety requirements.
To add confidence to your peace of mind, our installers and service professionals are
trained and certified to properly install and keep these products working for years to
come.
Stove and Spa Center is a family-owned business.
Wesley and Lora Dawes are the owners and are
involved in the day-to-day operations of the
business.
Our certified installers and service professionals can
properly set up and maintain each and every product
we carry. We offer free water analysis for your spa
in our computerized testing lab.
Our satisfied customers have helped us grow from a small fledgling business into a
well-established multi-faceted retail outlet with the largest showroom of superb
comfort products you can find in the Central Coast area.
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Find Us
Stove and Spa
7485 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
805.462.8900
www.StoveAndSpa.com
Hours:
Tues to Fri 10am - 6pm
Sat 9am - 5pm
Sun & Mon Closed
