It’s a bird… it’s a plane! No, it’s an old cranky dysfunctional hot tub that’s been sitting in your backyard for ages! Hot tub, spa, jacuzzi, whatever you call it. But for us in San Diego, if it’s no longer capable of soothing your muscles after a long tiring day, we like to call it a hot mess. Spas are, unfortunately, not made to last forever. It only takes an average of 5 to 9 years before your hot tub becomes an eyesore. Though it still depends on how you maintain and use your spa daily, older hot tub units still have a chance of deteriorating into a pitiful state.
Whether or not you want to replace your hot tub, you have a few options for getting rid of it, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. However, disposing of anything that’s around 500 pounds is, of course, a challenging task. Read more to see what you can do.
I. Removing the spa yourself
Everyone’s comfort word – FREE! If you ignore the time needed, yes, removing a hot tub yourself can be cost-free. However, a pair of hands depends on whether you have the required tools and equipment, plus knowledge and how your tub is installed. You can remove freestanding ones without damaging the overall foundation of the tub. But when it comes to concrete-fastened spas, things are drastically more different, and you might need the help of San Diego’s #1 Junk Removal Company. But here’s what you need to know if you decide to remove the hot tub yourself:
STEP #1: Safety first
Hot tub removal‘s most crucial component is safety. You must first ensure you have the necessary tools before planning to remove 230 kg of the hot tub from your property. Ensure your water pipes are off, and wear your safety gear from head to toe. Depending on the hot tub model, the location of the water shut-off valve may change. If you need help determining its location, see your house manual. Here are some of the protective gear you will need:
- A respiratory mask
- Safety goggles
- Heavy-duty work gloves
- Clothing you don’t mind getting dirt and soil all over.
STEP #2: Kill the lights (power supply)
Hot tub electrocution is a risk that can result in fatalities or severe injuries. With or without water, the chances of someone getting electrocuted because of running electricity is still possible. Therefore, make sure you have disconnected both the water and hot tub’s primary wire from the socket and switched the power source of the circuit breaker off.
You can remove the electrical components as soon as you are confident that the power has been turned off. You should take out as many electrical components as you can. This includes any external water filtration systems that are connected to the tub, as well as the heater unit.
Once the electrical components have been removed, drain the tub and let the objects dry overnight. By connecting a garden hose to the drain spout, you may guide the water to a specific drainage location.
STEP #3: Carefully get rid of all of it
Lastly, once the tub has dried, you can begin disassembling it. Start by taking off the border materials for the hot tub. Move the hot tub carefully if you’re relocating it to a new area so you can use the materials again.
After removing the skirting, you should deal with the fiberglass shell. Get assistance moving the body if you plan to reuse the hot tub. Otherwise, leave it somewhere safe.
Use an electric saw to cut the fiberglass into smaller pieces if you’re installing a new spa in place of the hot tub. This will make it simpler to fit into trash or trailers transported to the dump.
II. Hire San Diego’s #1 Junk Removal Company, Trident Junk Removal
Again, removing a 500-pound hot tub mounted in concrete requires more than just your average tools and equipment. The job demands persistence, effort, and patience. Doing it alone makes it impossible to remove it in a single day. Frequently results in significant damage to your landscaping.
Nobody wants a crater-like hole in their backyard, do they? So to save time and MONEY, the cheapest way someone can remove their hot tub is by hiring professional experts to do the job! The truth is that homeowners who want to spend less end up paying more by doing the job themselves. Independence and being frugal is excellent, but that is only the case in some situations.
If you find the steps above intense, giving us a simple phone call (+1 760-871-8794) can help solve your spa problem! You don’t have to worry about buying the necessary equipment, plus the “How To Remove an Old Hot Tub “-textbook you found in your local bookstore. Our fantastic team will take the required precautions to ensure the safety of the landscaping surrounding your home, bring away and properly dispose of your old tub.
