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Old 04-15-2010, 07:18 PM
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Default spa costs and use

We bought village house with hot tub in enclosed lanai 5 years ago. We have a very private lanai which makes a big difference to us. This is our first hot tub. We use the spa nearly every day and love it. Great for all those aches and pains and relaxing before bed. If our hot tub was not private I doubt we would use it.

The chemical costs and upkeep work are minor. The energy costs are noticeable and probably in the range of 20-50 dollars/mo. There are also replacement parts costs. The pumps and heater probably have a 5-10 yr life and are cost about 1000 combined. We have had some part fail every year which is a pain. We love the convenience of our own hot tub and all our future houses will have spa.