Hot tub installation requirements?

Question

Hi guys, I’m looking at buying a hot tub for the back garden for summer but what is involved with this job? Will I need an outdoor socket installed? Do I need a platform to put it on or can it go straight onto the patio?

JOHN · Answer

Outside socket with separate rgb depends on how good the patio base is

Paul · Answer

As long as the patio surface is ok and level the a extension lead will do if you don’t have a outdoor socket

Ted · Answer

yes most hot tubs do need a outdoor socket installed, check the hot tubs details for more info on what type

Paul · Answer

Hi u can run a extension to it it can go anywhere really as long as the patio is solid and can hold the weight also make sure it’s correct size for patio as there is so Many different shapes and sizes if the patio is old I would have it checked and if so strengthened before putting it on it thanks

Phil · Answer

Hi, For the best advice please click the link below.
https://thehottubcompany.co.uk/hot-tub-pre-delivery-guide/

Michael · Answer

Depends on the quality of product have you got a hard surface to put it on that’s levelish patio decking etc ? Outside plug would be good outside tap to fill or it’s buckets !!

Gary · Answer

Not a job for  handyman!!!
An outdoor hot tub comes under swimming pools in the wiring regulations, strict wiring methods and earthing arrangements MUST be followed, electricians armed with the wring regulations and technical support from  the scheme operator (NICEIC/NAPIT etc.) will ensure a safe installation, get this wrong and the consequences could be FATAL.
We feet/ bodies on wet ground - body resistance MUCH lower, electrocution much more likely, that is why electricians have to install outside supplies that must be certified, tested and registered with building control !!!

Scott · Answer

You would need a solid platform to connect the socket to

Matthew · Answer

Hi, there are so many variables, some tubs can be electrically heated, some heated by log burners, some buy solar. Your choice, electric is most conveinent. IP rated Socket nearest the tub is safest. The type of tube will vary depending on budget an needs, the easiest being the inflables that need a very level solid surface. Then thers the fibreglass formed that could be sunken or ground level and finaly a bespoke one made from scratch. Too much for me to mention, get some idears, garden location, type of heating, sunk into ground or surface, think of winter use ie cover, the rest will fall into place.(none intentional pun).
Matt

Gary · Answer

If patio is levelled no need for platform. But you do need to have a external power point.

Hot tub installation requirements?

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