   
Hot Tub
Energy
There are a number of ways you can save energy if
you own a hot tub or spa. This will not only help the
environment but will also reduce your monthly
bills.
Unwinding in a hot tub or spa can do
miracles for your stressed out body and mind but it can also be detrimental
to your
pocket. This is because
they heat water
and can be expensive on your pocket, especially if you are
unsure how to
save energy. To
reap the benefits
of a hot tub without going bankrupt, here's a few simple tips on what to
do:
Buy
a good hot tub or spa cover. This helps prevent
the water from
evaporating quickly and
conserves energy.
The cover helps to stop heat from rising and prevents
over 80 percent of heat loss provided it
fits comfortably over the tub. Remember to cover your hot tub
when you're not using it.
If you have an
old cover, get rid of
it and
purchase a new one to
minimize the loss of heat that could occur at the hinge-fold or at
the shell rim. A
good quality spa
cover gives several
advantages. It conseves energy, will last longer, has a
better resistance to water absorption, and adds to the
overall design and beauty of
your spa
.
Keep your hot tub
secure by
reducing wind
exposure surrounding it. This not only gives
you privacy but can
massively reduce heat
loss. Effective windbreaks include
plants, fencing, or
spa enclosures.
You may know that your
spa has a top
end of around 104
degrees Fahrenheit on
its temperature gauge. To
cut heating expenses
further, why not lower this to 102 degrees Fahrenheit or less?
The higher the temperature, the more energy is
required to heat your
hot tub so lowering the thermostat will reduce the energy
consumption of your unit. An additional advantage is that by
lowering the temperature
you will also lower the amount of chemicals you need to keep your device
clean.
To save additional dollars, turn
down the thermostat if you plan to go away on holiday,
especially if
you intend to be gone for more than a
week. S
et the thermostat to its lowest level or turn it off completely.
However, be careful because you should always use some heat
during the winter months in order to prevent freezing damage to
your pipes and plumbing.
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