{"id":2716,"date":"2023-04-28T15:24:53","date_gmt":"2023-04-28T15:24:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinum-spas.com\/?p=1913"},"modified":"2026-09-21T13:21:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T12:21:07","slug":"top-tips-to-make-your-hot-tub-more-energy-efficient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.platinum-spas.com\/es\/latest-news\/top-tips-to-make-your-hot-tub-more-energy-efficient\/","title":{"rendered":"Top tips for how to run a hot tub economically"},"content":{"rendered":"

As exciting as it can be to buy your first hot tub, you\u2019re also probably aware that it won\u2019t be free to run. Needless to say, if you\u2019re using your new tub every day, you\u2019ll almost certainly find your hot tub running costs<\/a> quickly increasing on top of your hot tub maintenance requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, none of this is to say you can\u2019t or shouldn\u2019t use your hot tub every day. In fact, with the right tips and tricks, you can quickly make your hot tub more energy efficient, helping you to save money on your hot tub water and electricity costs in the long run, no matter how often you want to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a look below to learn more about our top tips for running a spa<\/a> economically, including advice on maintaining your hot tub\u2019s temperature, heat pump use, and getting the most out of your hot tub\u2019s cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cheapest way to run a hot tub in the UK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a general rule of thumb, most energy-efficient hot tubs have the same things in common \u2013 smart owners and efficient systems. So, once you\u2019ve taken your hot tub for a quick spin and gotten used to how it functions and operates, you should take the time to familiarise yourself with the tips below in order to boost your tub\u2019s efficiency:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  1. Lower your hot tub\u2019s base temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Make use of your hot tub\u2019s cover<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Clean your hot tub filters regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Check your hot tub\u2019s filter cycle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Keep your hot tub clean<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Invest in an air-source heat pump<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Turn your hot tub off when not in use<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Reduce how often you use your hot tub<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    1. Lower your hot tub\u2019s base temperature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    First things first, one of the best ways to make your hot tub more energy efficient is to lower its base temperature. In essence, this simply means lowering the temperature you usually operate it at by several degrees to ease the pressure on your heating pump. For example, dropping your water temperature from 38 degrees to 32 degrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It might not seem it, but even dropping your tub\u2019s water temperature by a couple of degrees can save you substantial costs. Think of it like turning down the heating in your home \u2013 it won\u2019t be boiling, but it\u2019ll still be an ideal hot tub temperature<\/a>. And as an added bonus, your water will heat up quicker, meaning your heat pump be on less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Make use of your hot tub\u2019s cover<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Alongside using a lower water temperature, most energy-efficient hot tubs benefit from extensive use of their hot tub cover, meaning that their covers are on in order to retain heat whenever your hot tub is not in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Doing this has two key cost-saving advantages \u2013 it helps to retain water temperature and evaporation between uses, and it makes it faster for your tub to heat up as it\u2019s not warming the water from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Most hot tub covers typically last for 5 years, depending on usage, and new covers tend to be much better insulated than older ones, so make sure you replace your hot tub cover once it starts to lose its insulative properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Clean your hot tub filters regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you\u2019re still new to hot tub ownership, you\u2019re probably in the process of setting up a regular hot tub draining<\/a> and cleaning routine, part of which should include cleaning your hot tub filters<\/a> on a regular basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is because it\u2019s much harder for dirty filters to clean your tub\u2019s water, which in turn will make your hot tub\u2019s systems work harder. So, by keeping them clean, you can ensure your tub is running at maximum filtration efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Check your hot tub\u2019s filter cycle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Just as important as cleaning your hot tub\u2019s filters, knowing how your hot tub\u2019s filter cycle operates, and when, is essential for ensuring that you\u2019re not overworking your tub\u2019s internal systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Generally speaking, we\u2019d recommend, setting your hot tub filter cycle to run for two 2-hour filtration cycles per day when in operation, though you may want to run this for longer or less, depending on your hot tub\u2019s size and the number of people using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Keep your hot tub clean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Much like keeping your hot tub\u2019s filters free of dirt and mould, keeping your hot tub clean in general is essential to ensure that all of its parts continue to operate without unforeseen interruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Simply put, if you don\u2019t keep your hot tub clean, dirt and limescale will begin to build up in its pipes and filtration systems, forcing your tub to work harder to operate properly and increasing its energy use. Not only that, but it could even result in your tub\u2019s systems breaking, leading to expensive replacements and servicing fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Invest in an air-source heat pump<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Widely considered one of the most economical and energy-efficient ways to heat a hot tub or a swim spa<\/a>, making use of a tub with an air source heat pump comes with a whole host of cost-saving benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n