How much do hot tubs cost to run? Are they expensive? Will they break the bank?
There are several answers to these questions but ultimately the answers depend on various factors including the size of your hot tub, the level of insulation, what temperature you run your hot tub at and if it’s left on all year round.
A 1-2 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £0.60 per day / £4.20 per week / £16.80 per month / £201.60 per year
A 2-4 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £0.80 per day / £5.60 per week / £22.40 per month / £268.80 per year
A 4-6 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £1.00 per day / £7.00 per week / £28.00 per month / £336.00 per year
A 6-8 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £1.20 per day / £8.40 per week / £33.60 per month / £403.20 per year
A 6-8 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £1.20 per day / £8.40 per week / £33.60 per month / £403.20 per year
A 8-10 person hot tub with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £1.40 per day / £9.80 per week / £39.20 per month / £470.40 per year
A Swim Spa / Endless pool with good insulation – left on all year round
Approximate running cost = £1.60 – £2.00 per day / £11.20 – £14.00 per week / £44.80 – £56.00 per month / £537.60 – £672.00 per year
Larger spas at the lower end of the build quality scale and with lesser insulation can cost up to £5-6/day+
You should also consider additional costs such as chemicals and on-going maintenance.
You should budget spending between £100 and £200 per year on chemicals.
A maintenance plan will cost you somewhere in the region of £370 – £530 per year. This cost includes 1 – 4 visits from the maintenance company to ensure your hot tub or swim spa is kept in optimum condition. I will also include cleaning, water changes, pump and filter replacement and winterisation if you decide to turn your tub off during the winter months.
A one off annual service will cost around £120 – £240.
If you have any further questions about how much it costs to run a hot tub or swim spa please call us on 01403 711111 or complete our online enquiry form.