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Variables Within Your Control Indoors vs. Outdoors The location of your hot tub is a personal choice, and one that should not be decided solely on cost. There are some cost differences, however, between outdoor and indoor hot tub installation. Indoor room temperatures average 72°, and as a result, indoor spas may save a little on electricity costs. Most people prefer their hot tubs outdoors for pure enjoyment. Over 90% of hot tubs, including those in cold weather climates, are installed outdoors. If the hot tub has proper insulation and energy saving features, an outdoor spa will not cost much more to operate than an indoor spa. In addition, outdoor spas can save money by eliminating the need for ventilation that indoor spas require. Water capacity of your hot tub Although the difference between a 200 gallon vs. a 400 gallon hot tub is significant, the spa cost of operation is not twice as much. In fact, once the desired water temperature is achieved, maintaining the spa temperature will only be between 25% to 50% more for a 400 gallon spa. Water temperature in your hot tub Water temperature in hot tubs is primarily kept between 100° and 104°. One degree may sound insignificant; however, a change in only one degree will affect the cost of operation. How often you use your hot tub Each time you remove the hot tub cover, you lose the radiant heat that has built up while your spa was closed. The more you use your hot tub, the more it will cost to operate it. However, keep in mind that you did not purchase your hot tub for it to sit idle. |