What Can a Hot Tub Do for You?
Well, you know we’re biased on this one: Is a hot tub worth it? We think yes.
But we understand why it requires explanation. We are asked variations of this question at our retailers on a regular basis. We know that getting good value for money is on everyone’s minds, especially when shopping for a purchase that costs as much as a hot tub does.
So in this article, we want to go through the reasons why we think hot tubs are worth it. We have been in business at Hydropool for more than 40 years, with far more happy customers than any other kind, so we think most people, once they take the plunge, wind up happy with their purchases.
In this article, we will go over:
- Wellness benefits of hot tubs
- Family reasons for hot tubs
- Financial reasons for hot tubs (should I buy a used hot tub, is it worth repairing a hot tub)
- Fun reasons for hot tubs
Hopefully, after reading, you’ll have a good sense of whether a hot tub is worth it to you.
What Does a Hot Tub Cost?
It’s the first question you need to ask if you’re going to decide if anything is worth it. Here’s a full article on hot tub costs. We can tell you that the average cost of a hot tub that people pay at Hydropool, all-in, is about $20,000 Cdn. But that includes everything you need: the surface to put your hot tub on, your electrical, delivery, the hot tub itself, all of it. The article linked to breaks those costs down so you can understand where your money is going.
But what do you get for your money?
- A hot tub can be a place for your friends and family to hang out in, where you can put the phones away.
- It can be a place that lets you feel like you’re escaping on vacation in your backyard.
- It can be a place for muscle recovery or the other benefits of getting a hot tub massage.
Whatever your reasons for considering, we hope this article covers them.
Will a Hot Tub Help Me With Health Issues?
This is a common question. Hot tubs can often help with pain relief and muscle recovery, for example. Hot tubs equipped with hydrotherapy jets provide targeted massages, with the goal of easing muscle tension and alleviating aches and pains throughout the body.
Some of our customers have found they sleep better after an evening soak. Others use it to invigorate themselves with a morning massage. Hot tubs can also have a positive impact on your mental and emotional well-being. The calming environment, stress relief, and sense of relaxation provided by hot tubs can contribute to a healthier mindset.
Can a Hot Tub Help Reduce Stress?
Immersing yourself in warm, bubbling water can create a therapeutic environment. This serene experience can be particularly valuable in today's fast-paced world.
Many people buy hot tubs for the feeling of escaping away on a vacation while staying in their backyard. It might be 15 minutes a day, but it’s 15 minutes where you’re getting a massage in warm water in the most convenient way possible. A hot tub is an affordable way for some people to feel like they are living in luxury.
Will My Entire Family Use a Hot Tub?
In our experience, yes. Do you want a place where your kids will put down their phones and talk? A hot tub is a great spot for real connections and honest communication with family members. They are great at breaking down barriers or just creating a place where people are happy to hang out in.
We have generally found that hot tubs provide an excellent setting for social interaction, fostering meaningful connections with family and friends. Spending time together in a hot tub encourages communication and strengthens relationships.
Can a Hot Tub Help With Muscle Recovery?
The answer is yes. There are hot tubs that focus on massage and do more than just promise jets, jets, jets! You can read a full story about this by clicking here.
Hydropool hot tubs take relaxation and hydrotherapy to the next level with an innovative Zone Therapy system. This unique feature enables personalized massages targeting specific areas of the body, tailoring the hot tub experience to individual preferences and needs. Or you can move through the seats to ensure every part of your body gets the attention it deserves. Other hot tub makers that focus on massage have specific jets, or allow you to move jets around as you see fit.
Can I Entertain People in a Hot Tub?
Absolutely. Hot tub parties are classic. Many hot tub models come equipped with entertainment features, such as Bluetooth speakers and LED lighting, enhancing the overall experience and ambiance during gatherings. If you don’t do it, your teenage kids will, or they will when they become teenagers!
Will a Hot Tub Add Value to My Home?
In some cases, it certainly can. In hot tub-heavy markets, such as California or Florida, it can be an expected part of having a home. In places like Canada, a hot tub can be a welcome perk that makes a backyard an actual, practical year-round living space instead of another lawn to mow or a place to shovel snow onto.
We have found that hot tubs increase the value of a home the most when they are well-incorporated into the surroundings, such as with an accompanying deck or landscaping. Your local retailer can help you determine if a hot tub will help your home resale.
Is a Hot Tub Worth it?
Is a hot tub worth buying? It depends on what you’re looking for. The main attractions are that it’s a place to connect with family and friends and a place where you can feel as if you’re on vacation in your own backyard. It’s also a place that offers many people the chance to feel a bit better due to hydrotherapy, or water massage.
We find that most people looking at hot tubs are buying for one of those reasons – they want a place to relax, connect or just feel good. If any of those appeal to you, then you could join the thousands of people who have bought hot tubs before you and loved it!
We hope this article answered some of your major questions about hot tubs and whether they are right for you. If you still have more, feel free to reach out to the Hydropool retailer nearest you by clicking here.
