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Tips to Buy the Right Swim Spa or Hot Tub

June 16, 2015

Category: Hot Tub, Swim Spa

One of the greatest things about buying a swim spa is that you have the option of buying one that is also a hot tub. Having this amazing two in one water feature has the capability of meeting all of the needs of the entire family when it comes to enjoying the many benefits of spas.

Naturally, you are going to have a budget that you want to stick to. Don’t make price the main priority when deciding which type of swim spa to select. You definitely want quality otherwise you could be compromising the functionality and life of your spa.

Comfort is going to be a big item on your list of must haves for your swim spa. Comfort can be built into these spas through their seating if they have been ergonomically designed. Having built in pillows is an added bonus and additional consideration.

When it comes to the jet pressure, everyone has their own likes and dislikes. You want a swim spa that allows you to adjust the jets according to what brings you the most comfort.

One of the important factors about a swim spa is insulation. A high quality spa will maximize energy efficiency and reduce the cost of heating. Most swim spas are insulated with foam, but a better choice is a swim spa that has the double thermal shield insulation system.

Once you have your swim spa installed and it is ready to go, you want to spend your time enjoying it, while minimizing the amount of time maintaining and cleaning it. This won’t be a problem if you purchase one of the self-cleaning models that are available. With these hot tubs and swim spas, the water is changed every fifteen minutes.

You also want a swim spa that is easy to service if the need arises. However, when you purchase a top quality swim spa, there rarely is a need for this.

The decision you are about to make with the purchase of your swim spa is a big and important one. It is exciting and you should be able to enjoy a pleasant buying experience from beginning to end. You want to deal with a swim spa provider that is experienced not only with spas but other related pools and spas as well. This way they can help you make comparisons between the swim spa and pools or strictly hot tubs, for example.

You also want to do business with a pool and spa company that has experience and are willing to take the time needed to help you with your decision-making.

You want to take the time to learn about the various features of the swim spa you are considering. You want it to meet the needs of your entire family. Some members of the family may want a spa for water exercise. Others are interested in its hot tub capabilities. Your decision to purchase a swim spa is one that you won’t regret and one that will bring you a lot of great benefits for many years to come.

It may seem like a lot of work the first time you open your pool in the spring, but after you have done it once, you will see that it really isn’t that difficult. You will soon be ready to enjoy another season of swimming and fun in the water.

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