The Energy Star program is run by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy. It is a great idea and has helped manufacturers move toward more energy efficient products in many different areas. Unfortunately though since it is a program paid for with tax dollars it has to be limited in scope or targeted so that the products it covers would be something that the majority of tax payers could see a benefit in.
Heavy Spa Cover Impairing Your Fun?
Every week we get customers calling to order a new cover for a spa they just got for free. Spas and Hot Tubs are expensive. They run in the thousands of dollars. When you first get your new spa you use it everyday. You invite your friends over to enjoy your new toy. You go to work with a smile on your face because you know that no matter what hits you, by tonight youll be soaking it away.
Spa Covers
Spa Covers are an economical solution to saving power and retaining the heat in the water.
By using a spa cover the heat that would normally dissipate from the water when left uncovered, is captured under the cover and due to this, there is a lot less power required to reheat the pool.
There is a big range of spa covers and also a big variance in their prices. The higher quality spa covers can cost quite a lot more than their cheaper alternatives, however they might wor…
I’m Killing My Back Taking My Hot Tub Cover Off!
A hot tub cover is heavy and bulky. Just ask anyone who has tried to remove one by themselves. Even if you are physically strong a stiff breeze can catch the large flat surface and the hot tub cover can easily get away from you. Removing a normal hot tub cover is best handled by two people.
Choosing a Hot Tub
There are many models of hot tubs with different features that sell for a wide range of prices. Prices can range from just over a thousand dollars for a small and relatively simple hot tub to over fifteen thousand dollars for large and elaborate models.
Danger Signals When Buying A Used Hot Tub Or Spa
Buying a used hot tub can be either a great bargain or a huge risk. Find out some of the hidden costs and the danger signals that tell you to walk away from a deal, no matter how good it looks.