Due to a number of recent accidents, I find it necessary to address the topic of defrosting frozen hot tubs. Frozen hot tubs must be thawed slowly. Ideally, a sump pump is placed in the water without a hose, and allowed to circulate for a week or so to warm the water. This prevents additional damage from occuring due to expansion. The use of high heat sources can cause steam to build in a single location. The steam has nowhere to go due to the ice on the sides of it. The pipe is forced to explode in order to relieve the pressure. These explosions can be extremely dangerous, even fatal. If your spa is frozen, don't turn on the breaker. If the flow switch, which recognizes flow from the pump, is frozen in the closed position, the heater will be activated. If the heater is activated in a frozen line, it will explode just like a super heated section of pipe. The slow thaw method must be used to clear the ice from the lines and prevent any additional damage or injury from occuring.
Lansing Spatech Presents of Hadley, MA
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Hot Tub Parts, Spa Parts, and Pool Parts
Lansing Spatech Presents of Hadley, MA
We have finally made a full catalog of pool and spa parts available on our website! Many consumers contact us via phone or through the website to inquire about minor problems with their spas or looking for filter cartridges. Now we have the ability to sell almost any replacement hot tub part or pool part and have it shipped the next business day. This should save hot tub and pool owners the hassle of trying to track down the proper part or filter. If you have any problem figuring out what part you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
We have finally made a full catalog of pool and spa parts available on our website! Many consumers contact us via phone or through the website to inquire about minor problems with their spas or looking for filter cartridges. Now we have the ability to sell almost any replacement hot tub part or pool part and have it shipped the next business day. This should save hot tub and pool owners the hassle of trying to track down the proper part or filter. If you have any problem figuring out what part you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
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Hot Tubs During a Recession
Lansing Spatech Presents of Hadley, MA
Most people probably wouldn't consider purchasing a hot tub in the present economic climate. In many cases, now is the perfect time for a hot tub. Families are less likely to take a vacation in a down economy because it is such a temporary relief. A hot tub is always there. Peoples' stress and anxiety levels are very high right now. A hot tub can do wonders to relieve the physical damage caused by stress. The big question that we often face is the cost of operation and maintenance. The average monthly electrical expense to run a well-made hot tub is around $35-$40 per month. The cost of chemical maintenance is usually around $20 per month. For somewhere in the ballpark of $55-$60 per month, you can have your own hot tub at the house, ready to use when you need it. That is less than the cost of a single massage! I am in no way comparing the therapy of a hot tub to a full body massage, but the hot tub is there every day of the year. A massage lasts an hour and for the cost of maintaining a hot tub, you could get 10-12 massages per year. If I had to choose, I would certainly opt for a hot tub that I can use, with my family, any time I choose. Times are tight and budgets don't have a lot of flexibility right now, but if there exists any worthwhile indulgence in these times, I believe that a hot tub is just what the situation calls for.
Most people probably wouldn't consider purchasing a hot tub in the present economic climate. In many cases, now is the perfect time for a hot tub. Families are less likely to take a vacation in a down economy because it is such a temporary relief. A hot tub is always there. Peoples' stress and anxiety levels are very high right now. A hot tub can do wonders to relieve the physical damage caused by stress. The big question that we often face is the cost of operation and maintenance. The average monthly electrical expense to run a well-made hot tub is around $35-$40 per month. The cost of chemical maintenance is usually around $20 per month. For somewhere in the ballpark of $55-$60 per month, you can have your own hot tub at the house, ready to use when you need it. That is less than the cost of a single massage! I am in no way comparing the therapy of a hot tub to a full body massage, but the hot tub is there every day of the year. A massage lasts an hour and for the cost of maintaining a hot tub, you could get 10-12 massages per year. If I had to choose, I would certainly opt for a hot tub that I can use, with my family, any time I choose. Times are tight and budgets don't have a lot of flexibility right now, but if there exists any worthwhile indulgence in these times, I believe that a hot tub is just what the situation calls for.
Hot Tubs and Chlorine
Lansing Spatech Presents of Hadley, MA
Many customers inquire why it is so important to use chlorine in their spas. The answer is simple: Chlorine is the sanitizer for the hot tub or spa. Bromine is the other acceptable hot tub sanitizer. We frequently have customers at the store that are under the impression that spa shock is a sanitizer. Spa shock is an oxidizer, not a sanitizer, unless it contains chlorine. Oxidizers do a great job of clearing organic compounds from the spa water, but will not kill organic contaminants such as bacteria. Failure to maintain a reasonable sanitizer level (3 PPM) often results in bacterial infections such as Pseudomonas Folliculitis. Chlorine should always be tested prior to using a hot tub. If the level is low, add chlorine and retest in a couple of hours. If the appropriate level has been achieved and maintained for several hours, the spa should be ready for use the following day. Chlorine should always be added following use. Bather load is the source of bacteria. Therefore, treating the water immediately following use is a necessity. Many people treat the water the following day. This allows the bacteria time to grow overnight and makes it difficult to achieve a sanitary condition going forward.
Many customers inquire why it is so important to use chlorine in their spas. The answer is simple: Chlorine is the sanitizer for the hot tub or spa. Bromine is the other acceptable hot tub sanitizer. We frequently have customers at the store that are under the impression that spa shock is a sanitizer. Spa shock is an oxidizer, not a sanitizer, unless it contains chlorine. Oxidizers do a great job of clearing organic compounds from the spa water, but will not kill organic contaminants such as bacteria. Failure to maintain a reasonable sanitizer level (3 PPM) often results in bacterial infections such as Pseudomonas Folliculitis. Chlorine should always be tested prior to using a hot tub. If the level is low, add chlorine and retest in a couple of hours. If the appropriate level has been achieved and maintained for several hours, the spa should be ready for use the following day. Chlorine should always be added following use. Bather load is the source of bacteria. Therefore, treating the water immediately following use is a necessity. Many people treat the water the following day. This allows the bacteria time to grow overnight and makes it difficult to achieve a sanitary condition going forward.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Winterizing Hot Tubs
Lansing Spatech Presents of Hadley, MA
Each year, many customers attempt to winterize their own hot tubs. In many cases, this leads to freeze fractures and costly repairs. If you are considering winterizing your own spa, please call us and set up an appointment to have this service provided. It will save you hundreds, maybe even thousands, of dollars and a lot of frustration. As always, we can be reached at 413-584-7727 or 413-584-7724. Happy hot-tubbing.
Dave
Each year, many customers attempt to winterize their own hot tubs. In many cases, this leads to freeze fractures and costly repairs. If you are considering winterizing your own spa, please call us and set up an appointment to have this service provided. It will save you hundreds, maybe even thousands, of dollars and a lot of frustration. As always, we can be reached at 413-584-7727 or 413-584-7724. Happy hot-tubbing.
Dave
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Spring 2009
Lansing Spatech Presents Hadley, MA
The Spring of 2009 has nearly arrived. People often begin thinking about purchasing a hot tub this time of year. The current economic conditions will obviously have considerable weight in such a decision. There are several things to keep in mind though. First of all, if you are considering a top tier hot tub such as Saratoga, Sundance or Hot Springs, the unit is likely to last 20 years. With that in mind, short term financing (5 years) is not a bad idea. I wouldn't recommend this with lower end units that might not last much longer than the terms of the loan. Next, consider that even a top tier hot tub costs about as much as a 2 week family vacation with airfare. In two weeks, the vacation is over. The hot tub can last as long as 20 years or more. Now consider what investments are doing. Money invested today is not guaranteed to return a profit, but money invested in a hot tub improves quality of life immediately and into the future. As we reassess our lifestyles and simplify things, we are likely to find ourselves at home more than in the recent past. Consider adding a hot tub to your environment. It is not a decision that you are likely to regret if you do your research.
The Spring of 2009 has nearly arrived. People often begin thinking about purchasing a hot tub this time of year. The current economic conditions will obviously have considerable weight in such a decision. There are several things to keep in mind though. First of all, if you are considering a top tier hot tub such as Saratoga, Sundance or Hot Springs, the unit is likely to last 20 years. With that in mind, short term financing (5 years) is not a bad idea. I wouldn't recommend this with lower end units that might not last much longer than the terms of the loan. Next, consider that even a top tier hot tub costs about as much as a 2 week family vacation with airfare. In two weeks, the vacation is over. The hot tub can last as long as 20 years or more. Now consider what investments are doing. Money invested today is not guaranteed to return a profit, but money invested in a hot tub improves quality of life immediately and into the future. As we reassess our lifestyles and simplify things, we are likely to find ourselves at home more than in the recent past. Consider adding a hot tub to your environment. It is not a decision that you are likely to regret if you do your research.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Hot Tub Features
Lansing Spatech Presents Hadley, MA
When considering a hot tub purchase it is important to consider what it is that you are shopping for. There are a variety of spas and hot tubs available on the market. Top tier hot tubs offer longer warranties, in-house engineering, and qualified dealers. This is the category to consider if you are looking for a hot tub for muscle therapy. Brand examples would include Saratoga Spas, Sundance Spas and Hot Springs Spas. They offer five year warranties, they design and patent many of their own parts, and have stringent guidelines for their dealers. Mid tier hot tub brands offer shorter or limited warranties. Their dealers offer don't stock full parts inventories. These manufacturers are often assemblers. They purchase parts and assemble a tub with limited engineering. There are often far too many jets for the size of the pumps. These spas don't offer much in terms of therapy. The remaining brands offer hot tubs designed for leisure. There is limited jet action and very limited warranty and support. Especially in terms of hot tubs, you get what you pay for.
When considering a hot tub purchase it is important to consider what it is that you are shopping for. There are a variety of spas and hot tubs available on the market. Top tier hot tubs offer longer warranties, in-house engineering, and qualified dealers. This is the category to consider if you are looking for a hot tub for muscle therapy. Brand examples would include Saratoga Spas, Sundance Spas and Hot Springs Spas. They offer five year warranties, they design and patent many of their own parts, and have stringent guidelines for their dealers. Mid tier hot tub brands offer shorter or limited warranties. Their dealers offer don't stock full parts inventories. These manufacturers are often assemblers. They purchase parts and assemble a tub with limited engineering. There are often far too many jets for the size of the pumps. These spas don't offer much in terms of therapy. The remaining brands offer hot tubs designed for leisure. There is limited jet action and very limited warranty and support. Especially in terms of hot tubs, you get what you pay for.
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