Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where will I put my Spa? Indoors? Outdoors? Deck? Patio? Basement? Spare Room?
  • Will my chosen location support the weight of a spa?
  • How many people should my spa accommodate?
  • Should I consider spas built for recreation or therapy?
  • Will I have to upgrade my electric service for a spa?
  • Should I heat my spa with 110V or 220V?
  • Do I want a gas heater for my spa?
  • Can I heat my spa with natural gas or propane?
  • Do I want contoured or barrier-free seating?
  • How much maintenance will my spa require?
  • Do I want a natural or synthetic cabinet?
  • How difficult is it to recess a spa into my deck?
  • How many jets should I get? What type of jets?
  • Can I adjust the pressure of the jets?
  • Do I want an air bubbling system?
  • Do I want a one pump or a multiple pump system?
  • What type of filtration system will keep my spa water the cleanest?
  • How should I sanitize my spa? Chlorine, Bromine? A mineral system? Tablets? Powders? A 2 step system?
  • Do I need an ozonator? What type?
  • Do I need a zinc ionizer? What type?
  • Do I need a water softener?
  • How much will the chemicals cost?
  • How much electric will the spa use?
  • What size breaker do I need to put into my electric panel?
  • What size wire do I need to run? What type of wire?
  • Do I need to run plumbing and drains?
  • How do I get my spa home from the store?
  • Who will install my spa?
  • Who will service my spa if it breaks?
  • How will I know what to do if something happens to my spa?
  • What type of plumbing system works best?
  • What type of insulation is the best?
  • Do I want options and extras for my spa? Which ones?
  • How long will my spa be warranted?
  • What is excluded from my warranty?
  • Where can I get parts for my spa if I need them?
  • How does the warranty work?
  • Are there any hidden charges?
  • Can a person with diabetes use a spa?
  • Can a person with heart trouble use a spa?
  • How heavy is a spa cover?
  • What temperature range can a spa operate in?
  • Will I have to wax my spa? How often?
  • Are spas safe for young children? The elderly?
  • Will the spa manufacturer stand behind my warranty?
  • Can I exercise in my spa?
  • How long will my spa last? Can I trade it in?
  • Does my current spa have any trade-in value?
  • Can I replace parts in my spa on my own?
  • If I install my spa indoors do I need to ventilate the area? Can I use an exhaust fan? What size? A dehumidifier? What size?
  • Will my spa stain?
Here at Eagle Spas we have heard all of these questions and more. The answers to these questions can vary greatly based upon not only personal preference but, also based upon what type of spa a person gets. In most cases there is not a "right" answer that is right for every person. The "right" answer for you will depend on your specific wants, needs, and desires. We strongly recommend that you consult with a spa professional prior to ordering a spa. A reputable spa professional will usually offer to look at your site free of charge, make any needed recommendations and take the time to educate you about spas in general. We recommend that you choose a knowledgeable and reputable dealer that will take the time to answer any and all of your questions before you purchase a spa or hot tub. Feel free to contact us, we would be happy to recommend a dealer in your area that can help you with these difficult questions.

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