The time it takes to get your hot tub to the perfect temperature will depend on aspects like how large it is, where you live, the climate, and more. It will typically take about four hours to get to the optimal temperature for many hot tubs, as it raises approximately three to six degrees every hour. However, if you’d like to spend less time waiting to use your hot tub to get to your desired temperature and more time relaxing and enjoying all of its benefits, then there are some things you can do. Here’s what you need to know.
Step One: Making Sure Your Jets Are On
By ensuring the jets are on in your hot tub as you heat it, you will actively be helping to increase the rate at which your hot tub gets to your desired temperature. As the jets will allow your water to circulate, it will also allow hot water to reach every inch of your hot tub. Rather than trying to heat still water, the jets will make it so no parts of your hot tub are left colder than others.
Step Two: Ensuring You Have a Good Cover
When owning a hot tub, one of the first things you should ensure is that you have a good quality cover. To get your hot tub to the right temperature and keep it there, we suggest you leave the cover on as often as possible to contain the heat. This will keep the warmth circulating through the water without any outside influences. By having a well-insulated cover, you are not only protecting your spa from rain, snow, etc., but you’re also helping with the longevity of the temperature. This will not only cut down on the time it takes to heat your hot tub but will also positively impact your energy bill.
Another thing you can add to your cover is a thermal spa blanket. By placing one of these blankets as a layer between the water and your cover, you can add another level of insulation. Since these blankets can be easily trimmed or cut, they are sure to fit your hot tub regardless of the size or shape. Using a thermal spa blanket is not only a good idea when trying to heat your hot tub for the first time but if you’re trying to keep the temperature at your desired level for a long period. Adding this protective layer will also improve the longevity of your hot tub’s temperature.
Step Three: Working With the Hot Temperatures
If you need to fill your hot tub with more water, rather than just heating up the water that’s already there, then adding warm water to it is one route you can take. Instead of adding colder water while your heater is getting to the set temperature, putting in warm water instead can help speed up this process. You might be asking yourself, how much of an impact will it make to add some warm water? Because a hot tub is made up of much less water than, say, a pool, for example, it can actually make quite the difference. In addition to adding warm water, you can also purchase an Immersion Heater. This device works together with your hot tub’s heater to get it to the temperature you’d like. It’s important to purchase a heater with a minimum of 1500W to get the most effective results.
Although the outside temperatures can play a significant role in how long it takes to heat up, these are specific steps you can take to speed up the process. So even if you’re located where there’s a lot of snow or below freezing temperatures, you can still follow these practices to improve how quickly your hot tub will heat up. To learn how to find the right spa for you and your home, download our free buyer’s guide.