If you're considering purchasing a
hot tub, running cost concerns are most likely at the forefront of your mind, especially as the cost of living continues to rise in the UK. Fortunately, most hot tub owners are surprised to find running a hot tub isn't as much as they might have thought! Read on to find out how much hot tubs cost to run and how running costs can be reduced.
Cost Breakdown
Hottub running costs can be broken down into several sectors. These include electrical running costs, servicing and maintenance costs and finally, the cost of chemicals, cleaning products and care products. In this article, we're going to look at what influences overall hot tub running costs by breaking this down into several factors:
Electrical Running Costs
Electrical running costs depend on a variety of factors, first and foremost being your electricity tariff. Some other, often overlooked factors include the make and model of your hot tub, the running temperature of your hot tub, how often your hot tub is used and even the outside temperature.
Hot Tub Model
Cheaply made
hot tubs can be expensive to run. If your hot tub manufacturer cuts corners on materials, this can end up costing you in the long run, even if you think you are saving on your hot tub purchase. The better insulated a hot tub is, the more energy efficient it will be and therefore, the less expensive to run.
Running Temperature
Most home hot tubs are maintained between 36 and 40 degrees Celsius. The hotter you like your hot tub, the more expensive it will be to run. Most hot tub owners find 38 degrees the most comfortable temperature for bathing, however by turning it down just 1 degree, you could significantly reduce running costs.
Frequency of Use
The more often your hot tub is used, the higher running costs will be. Removing the insulated cover means your hot tub has to work harder to maintain temperature. In addition, when the hot tub jets are turned on, this also uses additional electricity and simultaneously cools the water down, again meaning the hot tub has to work harder to maintain temperature.
How Much does it All Cost?
According to Whatspa, as of Winter 2023, running costs of the average home hot tub are estimated to be around £2.20 - £3 a day.
Running a hot tub comes with some costs, but for new hot tub owners, it's nice to know that it's not as pricey as you might first think. Achieving cost-effective hot tub operation is indeed feasible, but it simply requires a little consideration and planning.
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