Rethinking Traditional Site Prep
For decades, buying a hot tub meant a lengthy, expensive, and destructive site preparation process. You had to dig up your yard, build forms, bring in a concrete truck, and wait days for a slab to cure before your spa could even be delivered. Not only is concrete permanent, but it is also prone to […]
The Problem with Flat Surfaces
It seems logical: hot tubs have flat bottoms, so they should go on flat surfaces like concrete pads or wooden decks. But this conventional wisdom ignores a major enemy of outdoor structures: trapped moisture. Whether it’s from splashing, rain, or condensation, water inevitably finds its way under your spa. When a hot tub sits directly […]
Why “Close Enough” Isn’t Good Enough for Your Spa
When you first map out the perfect spot for your new hot tub, it’s easy to look at a relatively flat patio or patch of lawn and think, “That’s close enough.” Unfortunately, when it comes to a vessel holding hundreds of gallons of water and multiple people, even a slight slope can lead to disastrous […]