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Tips for Hot Tub Removal<\/a> – <\/strong>You may have been putting off removing that old hot tub from your backyard or home because you can\u2019t face the hassle of it all. But hiring professionals can take all the guesswork out of it \u2013 they can haul it away for you. It\u2019s best you don\u2019t do this yourself, as your hot tub contains a few hundred gallons of water, plus it has dangerous electrical hookups that can pose a hazard.<\/p>\n

Planning to relocate your hot tub to your new home? You will have to take great care in moving it, which involves draining the water out of the unit, disassembling it properly, and avoiding damage to the mechanical parts, shell, or skirt. Planning to destroy the hot tub for disposal? It\u2019s easier to break it down into parts and pieces. Still, if you will be installing a brand new spa, be careful not to damage the surrounding decking or foundation.<\/p>\n

Check out these simple steps to removing a hot tub.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drain It<\/h3>\n

Switch off the power to the tub. Flip the circuit breaker to be extra cautious. Drain out the water by attaching a garden hose to the drainage spout in the bottom of the tub. To get rid of the last couple inches of water, use a wet\/dry vacuum. The tub should be completely dry before\u00a0 moving on.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gather the Supplies<\/h3>\n

Read the manual first before taking the hot tub apart. This will give you details on each step in the process.<\/p>\n

Have these supplies handy:<\/p>\n