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Q: What is the fastest way to empty a hot tub?

• <div><p>You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my new hot tub?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hot-tub-repair-cost.htm">Hot tub repairs cost</a> between <b>$200 and $500</b> on average. You can minimize those costs by <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-hot-tub-tips-soak-maximum-enjoyment.htm">maintaining your hot tub</a> and keeping necessary supplies on hand. An elevated shelf in the garage is a great place to store your water care chemicals so that kids and pets will stay safe and you&rsquo;ll always have them around. </p><p>Your hot tub should be drained of existing water, cleaned, and refilled every three to four months at a minimum. Follow your tub manufacturer&rsquo;s recommendations for cleaning, and rinse thoroughly when finished to eliminate any residue from the cleaning products. This is also a good time to inspect your tub&rsquo;s cover in good lighting for any leaks, tears, or other damage that might cause problems. </p><p>Using your hot tub manufacturer&rsquo;s suggested cleaners and methods, keep your hot tub filters clean to avoid a loss of water heat. This will help extend the filter&rsquo;s useful life and efficiency. If the filter is more than two to three years old, replace it with a new one and buy a second filter to keep around as a spare.</p></div>

Q: Should I shock my hot tub every day?

• <div><p>Shocking your hot tub means adding extra chemicals to the water. Most spa experts recommend doing this once a week for proper hot tub maintenance, but you can do it more if needed. Shocking has multiple benefits, including preventing the water from becoming murky and it&rsquo;s essential in removing harmful bacteria from the water.</p></div>

Q: Can you transport a hot tub on its side?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to move a hot tub on its side or base as long as it fits snugly in the moving truck, with plenty of padding around it. This moving method requires specialized equipment and careful planning, like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-use-moving-straps.htm">moving straps</a>, dollies, and moving blankets.</p></div>

Q: Is it more expensive to repair or replace a hot tub?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hot-tub-repair-cost.htm">Hot tub repair costs</a> are less expensive than purchasing a new one, especially if your warranty is still intact. You can shop for a secondhand unit or find a deal for a trade-in. If the price to repair your hot tub is higher than the cost of a new one, consider replacing your unit. </p></div>

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Last update on January 20, 2026

Reviewed in October 2025
He came over and looked at the work to be done. He started on it when he said and stayed with it for 3 straight days until completion. He ran underground conduit and wire from my main breaker in my house to an unattached garage 100 feet away. Put a sub panel in the garage with outlets and...
RP Electric
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Reviewed in April 2025
They got my roof done quickly and efficiently. They cleaned up after themselves and left my yard exactly the way they found it. Top notch service!
Erdman Elite Exteriors
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Reviewed in April 2025
I would like to give a tardy review to Kenny of McBride Tree Service LLC. I retained his services for snowplowing our driveway this past season. Kenny came highly recommended, and he did not disappoint. Kenny took the time to come by the house to meet and greet and survery the driveway and...
McBrides Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
From our initial meeting with the sales coordinator to the final installation and follow up call, this was the easiest and by far most smooth process i could have asked for!
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in February 2025
Installers were awesome and very professional
WireOne, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Mr. Donovan installed two new electrical panels to replace outdated panels in my home. From the initial bid to the completion of the job, Bill was courteous, professional and was a great communicator every step of the way. I would definitely recommend Donovan Electrical based off of...
Donovan Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
I was totally impressed with trump and sons. They came out and got the job done in a matter of days. In the past it would take an entire summer just to get an estimate as most tree trimmers will not drive out to the country for a job. T and s is also very reasonable and I will definitely be ...
Trump and Sons LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Nick and his team were professional and did a great job with our drywall projects. We hired them to do more. Highly recommend.
Nick's Drywall Services
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Reviewed in April 2023
Frank and his crew did a great job for us, they replaced the main panel and also took on a complex rewire and changing electric components of a spa. That ended up being a big project requiring contact with the manufacturers as all components had to be replaced with new ones that didn't match the...
Adrian Electrical Inc
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Reviewed in January 2022
Great! Eric H. Was very professional and did a great job! Very grateful they were able to come out and help me in Geneseo and so fast.. Our local companies don't work on mobile homes or return emergency phone calls. TMI will be my go to company!!
TMI - Total Maintenance Inc
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

Mels Hot Tub Services

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Mels Hot Tub Services

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Additional contact name - Ryan Latko. Additional e-mail - [email protected]. Award winning.

Kayak Pools Midwest

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Kayak Pools Midwest

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Customers say: Quality work

32 years of experience

Kayak Pools Midwest is your one-stop-shop for home recreation! We will design, customize, and install the pool of your dreams. We offer a free virtual consultation process and special discounts to help you achieve a backyard vacation that you and your family can enjoy for years to come! Ask us about our Demo Homesite program to see if you qualify to save thousands on your new pool! Contact us directly today to schedule your free consultation by calling 800.31.KAYAK option 1 or visit our website https://kayakpoolsmidwest.com/.

"Love this pool, it has been an absolute dream. Thankful we are getting to enjoy it this summer."

john h on July 2025

"Love this pool, it has been an absolute dream. Thankful we are getting to enjoy it this summer."

john h on July 2025

Heavenly Heat Saunas

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Heavenly Heat Saunas

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Customers say: Super punctual

39 years of experience

Heavenly Heat Infrared Saunas are made for the chemically sensitive. That means that our infrared saunas create an ideal, safe, and effective detoxification environment for anyone seeking to eliminate toxic substances from their body.

"I purchased a Heavenly Heat Sauna a few weeks ago . What I liked is you don?t smell any glues . I also liked its easy ( two man ) assembly. What I don?t like , in order to avoid using glues, they use pins or very thin nails. Some pins were missing and some were not beneath the surface. For the rough edges you?re provided with a small piece of sandpaper . Bot at a cost of over 5k you don?t expect to do sanding. My biggest complaint is that it takes almost an hour to get the sauna to 150 degrees. Definitely not worth the price. "

guy a on December 2025

"I purchased a Heavenly Heat Sauna a few weeks ago . What I liked is you don?t smell any glues . I also liked its easy ( two man ) assembly. What I don?t like , in order to avoid using glues, they use pins or very thin nails. Some pins were missing and some were not beneath the surface. For the rough edges you?re provided with a small piece of sandpaper . Bot at a cost of over 5k you don?t expect to do sanding. My biggest complaint is that it takes almost an hour to get the sauna to 150 degrees. Definitely not worth the price. "

guy a on December 2025

Carmar Remodeling & Handyman Services

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Carmar Remodeling & Handyman Services

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51 years of experience

Family owned and operated for over 40 years.

American Tubs....

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American Tubs....

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Customers say: Terrific value

14 years of experience

American Tubs designs and manufactures a complete line of premium quality Walk-In Bathtubs that are ideal for people with Limited Mobility, Seniors, Disabled and people with pain, arthritis, stress and other debilitating conditions.

We specialize in pool & spa leak detection. We use today's top equipment when it comes to finding pool leaks. We also utilize scuba gear to provide in depth underwater inspection. We do our best in providing non-invasive and the most cost effective solution when it comes to repairs.

Rocky Top Customz LLC.

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Rocky Top Customz LLC.

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At Rocky Top Customz we specialize in creative solutions, and home improvement. With over 20 years of experience we can solve almost any of your problems from complete remodel demolition to creating one off furniture and art pieces. We do most of our plumbing and electrical in house so no need to hire multiple contractors. Love interesting and challenging projects so give us a call today 3093144901

Hot Tub Spa Tips USA

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Hot Tub Spa Tips USA

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HotTubSpaTips.com helps hot tub owners maintain their spas and new spa buyers get discount hot tubs online. Information on how to maintain a hot tub, where to buy spare parts, filters, spa covers and accessories at deep discount prices online and strives to become one of the largest hot tub communities on the internet for hot tub owners and buyers.

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.

Hot tub repairs cost between $200 and $500 on average. You can minimize those costs by maintaining your hot tub and keeping necessary supplies on hand. An elevated shelf in the garage is a great place to store your water care chemicals so that kids and pets will stay safe and you’ll always have them around.

Your hot tub should be drained of existing water, cleaned, and refilled every three to four months at a minimum. Follow your tub manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning, and rinse thoroughly when finished to eliminate any residue from the cleaning products. This is also a good time to inspect your tub’s cover in good lighting for any leaks, tears, or other damage that might cause problems.

Using your hot tub manufacturer’s suggested cleaners and methods, keep your hot tub filters clean to avoid a loss of water heat. This will help extend the filter’s useful life and efficiency. If the filter is more than two to three years old, replace it with a new one and buy a second filter to keep around as a spare.

Shocking your hot tub means adding extra chemicals to the water. Most spa experts recommend doing this once a week for proper hot tub maintenance, but you can do it more if needed. Shocking has multiple benefits, including preventing the water from becoming murky and it’s essential in removing harmful bacteria from the water.

It’s possible to move a hot tub on its side or base as long as it fits snugly in the moving truck, with plenty of padding around it. This moving method requires specialized equipment and careful planning, like moving straps, dollies, and moving blankets.

Hot tub repair costs are less expensive than purchasing a new one, especially if your warranty is still intact. You can shop for a secondhand unit or find a deal for a trade-in. If the price to repair your hot tub is higher than the cost of a new one, consider replacing your unit.

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