Guides for used hot tubs

Practical know-how for anyone buying, running or selling a used hot tub. Brand-independent, backed by hands-on experience since 2003.

• Buying a used hot tub: the complete guide and checklist

  What to check when buying a used hot tub: brand, age, an inspection checklist, questions for the seller, price, transport and how to buy safely.

  9 min read

• Viewing a used hot tub: the complete inspection checklist

  How to inspect a used hot tub step by step: what to ask for in advance, what to bring, and what to check on the shell, equipment, heater and cover.

  11 min read

• Hot tub filter cleaning and replacement: a practical guide

  Hot tub filter cleaning and replacement step by step: how often to rinse and soak it, when to replace it, and how to find the right replacement filter.

  7 min read

• How to clean hot tub plumbing: a step-by-step guide

  How to clean hot tub plumbing step by step: what biofilm is, the signs to look for, how to use a line flush product and how often to change the water.

  9 min read

• How to set up a used hot tub: a step-by-step guide

  Setting up a used hot tub step by step: base and level, electrical connection, inspection, filling without an air lock, heating up and balancing the water.

  11 min read