Hot Tubs Lake Tahoe, NV | Portable Hot Tubs For Sale

By Laura Varnon, Marketing Coordinator

Have you ever wondered what the electrical cost to run a hot tub is?

To help consumers make informed decisions, Hot Spring Spas offers a Monthly Operating Cost Estimator with sample temperatures and electrical costs. Click Here to estimate your monthly costs. These figures were determined based on a hot tub set at 102 degrees and used 6 times a week. In this scenario, the jets were kept on for 15 minutes and off for 15 minutes.

For instance, a Hot Spring Envoy Highlife Spa will cost approximately $15.53 to operate if the climate is that of Las Vegas, NV, with an estimated temperature of 70 degrees and energy cost of $0.12 per Kilowatt hour. If you choose a Jetsetter Highlife, it would cost about $13.74, using those conditions. The Jetsetter is a smaller hot tub, however, so there is less water to heat and less surface area for heat evaporation.

The energy efficiency of portable hot tubs is listed on many of the hot tubs we sell here at The Spa and Sauna Company. You can see the Portable Electric Spa Energy Guide on the inside shell of the Caldera, HotSpring and Freeflow Spas offered here. It is listed on product signs next to the Sundance Spas we sell. All the acrylic hot tubs we sell are highly energy-efficient, and have foam insulation to help deter heat loss.

The California Energy Commission regulates portable electric spa efficiency. Regulations related to appliance efficiency in California were established in 1976 to reduce energy consumption. The Commission has a document of over 40 pages dedicated simply to portable electric spa efficiency.

While each spa will vary in the amount of energy it needs, a quick scan of our showroom showed that most models ranged somewhere between 100 and 250 Watts for Standby Power. Standby Power is the amount of power used at test conditions of 60 degrees. This is also known as resting wattage. It does not include spa usage or extreme cold conditions. The information allows you to compare spa models, but should not be considered the monthly energy consumption. Your energy usage will vary based on the seasonal weather in the Reno/South Lake Tahoe area that we serve, the hot tub model you purchase, the frequency that you use your spa, and the cost of electricity where you live.

After you purchase your hot tub, there are things you can do to keep your energy consumption down. Having an air-tight cover will keep in most of the heat, while the spa is not in use. Should you get a leak or find that your cover has become water logged, you should replace it. To purchase a replacement hot tub cover, Click Here. Keeping your filters clean will also lead to optimal energy efficiency by keeping excess strain off the pumps.

We hope this information has helped you make a better decision when selecting a hot tub for your energy needs or helped you keep your energy expenses down after you’ve made your investment.

By Laura Varnon, Marketing Coordinator

There are many things to do in a hot tub, but few are as enjoyable as a nighttime soak while watching the stars, either by yourself, with a friend, with a loved one, or with your family. As the temperatures start to drop, and nightfall begins a bit earlier, it is the perfect time to enjoy stargazing from the comfort of your own hot tub.

There are plenty of astronomical events to watch in the Reno area from the comfort of your hot tub, from phases of the moon, to general stargazing, to more rare events, such as comets, which we might see later this winter, if predictions pan out.

This month, the Fall Equinox will happen on Sept. 23 and the Harvest Moon, the first full moon closest to the September Equinox, will occur on Sept 24.

While you enjoy the celestial show, available in your backyard every night, you might want to consider some stargazing music, beverages, and snacks.

While the best beverage to consume in a hot tub remains water, because it helps keep you hydrated, adults may choose to indulge in some alcoholic beverages. Keep in mind though, that alcohol can be dehydrating, and caution should be exercised. When in a hot tub, one alcoholic drink can feel like two.

Here’s a Spa and Sauna beverage our Marketing Team created for your enjoyment! And don’t worry, we have a former bartender among us.

The Spa and Sauna Soaker

Aperol

7Up

Blue Curaçao

Maraschino Cherries

Orange Slice

Ice

Fill a glass with ice. Take ½ oz of Aperol and layer with ½ oz of Blue Curaçao. Then pour a generous amount of 7Up into the glass. Garnish with Maraschino Cherries and an Orange Slice.

The Spa and Sauna Soaker – Non-Alcoholic Version

7Up

Orange Juice

Blue Gatorade (we used Blue Cherry Gatorade Fierce)

Maraschino Cherries

Orange Slice

Ice

Fill a glass with ice. Fill glass about halfway with Orange Juice. Top with Blue Gatorade. Top again with 7Up. Garnish with Maraschino Cherries and an Orange Slice.

Eating in a hot tub can get tricky. You don’t want to use your hands to hold the food, as your hands will end up back in the hot tub water. We recommend either toothpicks or very neatly speared foods.

You might consider cubing some cheese, fruit or vegetables and using toothpicks to pick it up. Fruit kabobs would also be a nice, hydrating option. Hot tubs are not the place for anything messy that you would touch with your fingers.

Should food or drink fall into your hot tub, you will want to remove it immediately. Depending on how messy the food or drink was, you may need to drain your spa to make sure your water remains sparkling clear.

Some of our music recommendations include:

• Yellow by Coldplay
• Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds by The Beetles
• Rocket Man by Elton John
• Lucky Star by Madonna
• Champagne Supernova by Oasis
• Shining Star by Earth, Wind & Fire

You can stream music on your Bluetooth equipped hot tub or keep your smartphone a safe distance away. We hope these ideas help you enjoy quality time in your hot tub this season!