Hot tub installation Richmond Hill ON

The hot tub, sometimes referred to by its trade name jacuzzi, is not quite a ubiquitous household item, but arguably one that most conjures the image of luxury, relaxation and bliss. If you’ve decided to jump on the hot tub bandwagon, the planning and preparation of a hot tub installation is integral in its optimal use in your home.

Whether you decide to have an indoor jacuzzi installation and more importantly if it’s to be installed outdoors, it’s of paramount importance to find a skilled and experienced hot tub installation contractor, namely a licensed electrician who can properly wire the appliance for safe and proper use.
Here are some commonly asked questions by homeowners:

How much does it cost to install electrical for a hot tub in your home?

This is a loaded question because there are so many factors that need to be considered when determining the hot tub electrical installation cost. Factors such as: distance from the hot tub to the electrical panel, whether the existing electrical panel is capable of handling this new load or if a panel upgrade is advised, whether underground cabling is required, and other considerations.

You’ll also have to factor in additional costs such as pulling an electrical permit and scheduling in ESA inspections, and the addition of a GFCI breaker since we’d be dealing with a high moisture area.

It is also a very specific question because it only addresses the electrical component to the cost, but we must not forget about the cost of: the actual hot tub, which is based on brand name, size, number of jets, person capacity; the need to add a concrete slab or block if an existing foundation or deck is insufficient to support the hot tub’s weight. Remember the weight of a hot tub can reach to the high thousands of pounds with the weight of occupants and water filled!

How close can a hot tub be to the house?

Although there are no major restrictions limiting you to how far or close to place your hot tub, you should be like Goldilocks when deciding on the hot tub’s distance from your home - think not too close, not too far, JUST right. Indoor jacuzzis are usually found in bathrooms or indoor spas, but outdoor hot tubs are ideally placed in the backyard for privacy and convenience.

As for the distance from the house, placing the hot tub closer to the home makes sense - bathers can walk a shorter distance to the tub (which is more comfortable in the cold Canadian winters or in the night), the cabling to the electrical panel would be a smaller length, and the garden hose or water outlet would be in closer proximity. But there’s such a thing as being TOO close to the house. If the hot tub is nudged right against the wall of the house, there may not be enough space physically for bathers to maneuver around, there may not be enough privacy for bathers as people indoors will probably have a good view outside, and there could be issues with excess water steaming up the windows.

No matter what options you choose, be sure to call us, your experienced local electricians in Richmond Hill for your hot tub installation services. We will provide a reliable hot tub electrical installation to suit your needs, and you’ll be enjoying your evening soaking in the tub in no time.