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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 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 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 Hopefully, the exterior panels of the spa are simply made of tongue-and-groove construction. Just take them off, no need to use a saw.<\/p>\n The shell usually comes in one piece peppered with a lot of stainless steel jets. Saw this shell into pieces, taking care not to hit the jets. Be mindful of the resulting dust and debris.<\/p>\n Whether you are getting rid of the hot tub intact or you have already broken it up into pieces, the actual removal should be handled by professionals who will come to your home for the job. It\u2019s unlikely your city trash removal<\/a> people will take it if you leave it at the curb. In fact, you could face fines if you do this.<\/p>\n The last step in the process is to clear a path so the hot tub removal technicians can easily get to the unit and take it to their trucks.<\/p>\n1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drain It<\/h3>\n
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gather the Supplies<\/h3>\n
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3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Remove the Skirt<\/h3>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Disassemble the Tub<\/h3>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hire a Hot Tub Removal<\/a> Professional<\/h3>\n