Now that winter is over it’s time to uncover that outdoor hot tub and start enjoying evenings outside. Soaking in a hot tub, with the bubbling of jets and pumps moving about the water and gently massaging your muscles, is the perfect way to wind down and finish a hard day. However, if your tub has been out of commission all winter, or you’re finally getting it installed, one crucial safety feature is to have a professional handle the wiring of your spa or hot tub.
Wiring a Spa or Hot Tub
There is a significant electrical system that gives your hot tub the power to make you forget all your troubles and relax. Let’s face it, finding work-life balance and time for self-care and mindfulness is much easier to accomplish with a hot tub. But, without proper wiring, your hot tub will quickly shock you back to reality – literally. Your hot tub also deals with a more powerful wattage, so you can’t just plug it in and soak.
Safe Installation of a Hot Tub
Water and electricity don’t mix, which is why the safe installation of a hot tub is the most critical step. Hiring a professional electrician will ensure that all of the motorized units are protected. An electrician will make sure that you are protected with circuit breakers, and that you have the right outlets with the proper safety measures.
Distance from Timers, Control Panel, and Switches
The location of your timers, control panel, and switches should be at a safe distance from the tub. It’s essential that you are not able to touch any of the timers or switches while you are in the tub or touching water. Wiring your hot tub means taking every safety precaution to ensure proper function of your tub, as well as eliminating the risk of an electric shock.
Permits
Because safety is important, and you are dealing with a tub of water with complicated wiring and circuits, it may be wise to get a licensed electrician to handle all the electrical connections.
You’ll never fully be able to relax in your hot tub if you cut corners regarding safety. Contact Trailhead Electric to connect your hot tub or spa safely.
