How often should you drain a hot tub?

• <div><p>You should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-drain-hot-tub.htm">drain your hot tub</a> three to four times a year to give it a thorough cleaning. This should take about an hour, but it depends on the size of your tub. </p></div>

Where should you drain a hot tub?

• <div><p>Where you drain a hot tub largely depends on local regulations, but you must not drain chemically treated water where it can damage the environment. Direct the water toward a sanitary sewer drain that will take it to a treatment facility. If your lawn has a dedicated drainage area that’s free from plants and foundations, you can likely drain it there. Avoid storm drains, as the hot tub water will enter waterways and could hurt aquatic life. Likewise, do not pour it out directly on any public land or where it can get into your neighbors’ property. </p></div>

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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>

Q: How do I prevent problems with my hot tub?

• <div><p>Properly maintaining your hot tub will <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/your-hot-tub-what-could-go-wrong.htm">prevent serious issues</a> from occurring down the road. You should replace the filter once a year, regularly look for and repair small cracks in the shell, and test the water quality every few months. You can do this yourself for less than $100 per year.</p><p>You can also hire a hot tub service to service your hot tub annually to identify problems early, which could save you money in the long run. They cost about $100 to $200 per call. </p></div>

Q: How many years does an outdoor hot tub last?

• <div><p>Most outdoor hot tubs last between five and 20 years, excluding inflatable tubs, which last five to seven years. High-quality, maintained tubs can last decades, while low-quality, poorly maintained tubs may not hit five years. A good warranty, professional installation, quality materials, and proper maintenance will help a tub last longer. </p></div>

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Last update on December 04, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Great service. Very Accommodating! Great communication.
Finewood Enterprises
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Reviewed in March 2023
Prompt courteous service
Reliable Power Systems
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Reviewed in May 2022
We hired North Eastern Pools and Spas to do a liner replacement for our inground pool. We went with them because they were a family owned business with years in the industry. We were told we needed to put down a deposit to ensure our job to be done in Spring of 2021, so in fall of 2020 we paid...
NORTH EASTERN POOL & SPA
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Reviewed in December 2021
Very easy to work with and schedule. Prompt and efficient, quality services.
Compassionate Cleanout Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
They got lost finding the pick up address (even though I tried to give their administrative assistant directions the day before the move- they took 15 minutes off of the time billed for.- cool). I was quoted $105.00/hr., charged $110.00. I didn't object until, after the move I was told there was...
SHERIDAN BROTHERS MOVING
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Reviewed in December 2016
If I could rate higher than "A" I would. D and D electric was recommended to us by Clover Home Leisure Center to install our Hot Tub. Their quote was actually less then a competitive quote that I received from another electrician. Since Clover recommended them, it was a no-brainer. When our hot...
D & D Electric
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Reviewed in April 2016
They did an excellent job both with the pavers and the pool resurfacing. I want to particularly compliment the ladies in the office who were quite helpful. I want to thank Julie in particular for promptly answering several emails that I sent to her throughout the project as we navigated some...
Sparkling Kleen Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in June 2014
We had an in-ground pool installed 2 years ago by a large local company. We'd had some schedule mix-ups, and other minor issues, so we contacted Krossber Brothers Pool & Spa to do our opening this spring. We also had some equipment issues with our existing equipment. We scheduled about 2...
Krossber Brothers Pool & Spa
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Reviewed in September 2011
The door was a bit pricey, but an outstanding product and they provided excellent service.
Braymiller Builders of WNY Inc
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Reviewed in August 2006
The customer service at Northeastern Pool and Spa was terrible. They need to work on the customer service and not so much on sales. It took them twice as long as expected to finish the job. They didn't do a good job of cleaning up after themselves at all.
NORTH EASTERN POOL & SPA/MONROE POOL SVC
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Royal Fiberglass Pools of New York, Inc.

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Royal Fiberglass Pools of New York, Inc.

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36 years of experience

We will design and install your new fiberglass pool safely and courteously to your 100% satisfaction. We look forward to helping you with your pool and our experienced, highly skilled technicians will install and make sure your pool is set up just how you like it. We look forward to helping you cool off this summer!

Bob Hanfland Services

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Bob Hanfland Services

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10 years of experience

Bob Hanfland services is a pool building/remodeling company that has over 40 years of experience and also highly skilled in Handyman projects for residential and commercial.

"The blue bathroom is the remodel Bob did for us a year ago. He installed an up flush, macerator toilet that started to leak. It could not be repaired… too old to get parts. Interesting we only had it about a yr. It had to be replaced by a normal toilet which then involved changing plumbing. A very costly error."

Pat S on March 2024

Bob Hanfland services is a pool building/remodeling company that has over 40 years of experience and also highly skilled in Handyman projects for residential and commercial.

"The blue bathroom is the remodel Bob did for us a year ago. He installed an up flush, macerator toilet that started to leak. It could not be repaired… too old to get parts. Interesting we only had it about a yr. It had to be replaced by a normal toilet which then involved changing plumbing. A very costly error."

Pat S on March 2024

NDL Plumbing Services

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NDL Plumbing Services

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3 years of experience

Your local plumber and electrician! We at NDL Plumbing Services do it all!

Inground Pool Liner Replacement

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Inground Pool Liner Replacement

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We are very competitive on price on your new liner for your Inground swimming pool! Over 35 years experience Inground liners will currently ship in 15 working days so order early to be ready for the summer rush. A 15 year warranty on liner. Please send us a text with the shape and size of your swimming pool and we will provide a free quote. All liners manufactured in USA. We also offer Filters, Pumps, Heaters, Salt generators We also install Winter Safety Covers. We will travel anywhere in the state, refer a friend and recieve $100 off if we can do two liners at once Order before 4/29 to beat price increase and supply availability INGROUND LINER SPECIALIST We will travel anywhere in the state, Now Is your best time price wise to change your liner

Island Pools and Spas

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Island Pools and Spas

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Free onsite estimate

We offer a wide verity of services anywhere from pool openings/closing, seasonal service and maintenance, hot tub repairs/servicing and removal.

The Enterprise of Rochester

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The Enterprise of Rochester

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

*Now specializing in fence installations*, The Enterprise of Rochester, Inc. serves residents of Rochester, NY and surrounding areas. Owned and operated by Dan and Curtis, we offer 25 years of experience in the residential construction and commercial facilities fields. Armed with educational backgrounds in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Mechanical Technology, we offer the most comprehensive solutions to our customers seeking handyman, remodeling, and pool services.

Fingerlakes Pools Spas, Inc

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Fingerlakes Pools Spas, Inc

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full service pool and spa retail store. full service department, pool openings and closings

Scott's Power Washing

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Scott's Power Washing

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If it can be power washed, we are equipped to do it for you. We work directly with homeowners, and as the owner, I’m onsite at your job, ensuring you get the quality you expect. Entertaining soon? Our power washing can make your pool or deck areas look like new. Painting the house soon? Our power washing will prep the outside of your house and make it ready for a solid coat of paint.

Blue Wave Pool & Spa Serves the Greater Rochester NY and Upstate NY region.We are an authorized Coast Spas dealer. Blue Wave’s Spa Service Department has the ability to fix any spa service issue, BIG or small. We service many makes and models of hot tubs. Blue Wave installs and services inground swimming pools, opens and closes swimming pools.Visit our showroom and see our selection of Coast Spas.

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

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.

You should drain your hot tub three to four times a year to give it a thorough cleaning. This should take about an hour, but it depends on the size of your tub.

Where you drain a hot tub largely depends on local regulations, but you must not drain chemically treated water where it can damage the environment. Direct the water toward a sanitary sewer drain that will take it to a treatment facility. If your lawn has a dedicated drainage area that’s free from plants and foundations, you can likely drain it there. Avoid storm drains, as the hot tub water will enter waterways and could hurt aquatic life. Likewise, do not pour it out directly on any public land or where it can get into your neighbors’ property.

Properly maintaining your hot tub will prevent serious issues from occurring down the road. You should replace the filter once a year, regularly look for and repair small cracks in the shell, and test the water quality every few months. You can do this yourself for less than $100 per year.

You can also hire a hot tub service to service your hot tub annually to identify problems early, which could save you money in the long run. They cost about $100 to $200 per call.

Most outdoor hot tubs last between five and 20 years, excluding inflatable tubs, which last five to seven years. High-quality, maintained tubs can last decades, while low-quality, poorly maintained tubs may not hit five years. A good warranty, professional installation, quality materials, and proper maintenance will help a tub last longer.

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