Updated 12-5-24

One of the joys of having your own hot tub is you don’t have to travel to a winter resort to warm up in one. It’s right there in your backyard.  And for those who do travel, they also really want an easy way to enjoy the hot tub after skiing. 

Garden Installed Hot Tub

Garden Installed Hot Tub

That said, when temperatures fall, and hot tubs have been installed a distance away from the backdoor — in a garden, or, perhaps, near a pool —even that little bit of travel may be too “brrrrrr-ing.”

So the question is: Are portable hot tubs really portable? Can I move it closer to my house?

First. Yes, portable spas are movable.

Those spa owners who own a Bullfrog Spa do have an advantage. Most of Bullfrog’s plumbing, etc. is self-contained so it is quite portable. (Note: If you are concerned about your own particular model, contact us for advice. Our technicians are familiar with most spa models and can even help you do the move should you wish.)

Assuming you’ve gotten a green light to move your model spa, these tips from experts at Bullfrog Spas could be helpful:

  1. If the move is only a few steps, simply keep the spa flat when you move it, being sure to have enough of a crew to carry it. 
  2. If you need to push it across a patio or plywood, tip it up on the side to be moved on a cart. Lowes and Home Depot, for example, sell small appliance-moving dollies that hold more than enough weight.
  3. In all cases, make sure you use some moving blankets or padding so as to not damage the cabinet when you move it. 
  4. Also, do not stand it up on the front door side that offers access to its electronics. Any other side or the back would be fine. 
  5. Lastly, as we mentioned above, you can always call on Best Hot Tubs’s staff to assist you. 
Kids love hot tubbing in winter

Kids love hot tubbing in winter

The point is to position your spa in a place where you can enjoy it, especially during the cold months. In winter, kids are tempted to jump out of the hot tub to make a fast snow angel. 

For Mom and Dad, it’s a spa’s special hydro massage that calls during cold weather — a massage personalized just for them.

 

So, if this winter is very cold at times, go ahead. Move it closer to your house if you want.

Best Hot Tubs Showroom

Best Hot Tubs Showroom

If you have any questions, contact: 

Long Island, NY: 1911, NY 11735

Email: Carmen@besthottubs.com | Phone: (631) 465-0175

WINDHAM, NY:

275 CR 65 -(Corner of Route 23 & CR 65) | Windham, NY 12496

Email: Carmen@besthottubs.com | Phone: (518) 734-9100