Running costs
Spa energy tips
A spa next to the pool is popular, and heating it is most of what it costs to run.
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What ENERGY STAR says
- Portable spas tend to use less energy than in ground spas because they are better insulated and usually come with covers.
- If you use the spa about once a week, lowering it three degrees between uses can save around 5 to 10 percent of heating costs.
- Running the jets when no one is using the spa cools the water fast.
- Leave the cover on until you are ready to get in, and put it back right after.
Planning an attached spa
Ask your builder about a cover for the spa and how the controls will handle heating it separately from the pool.
Sources
Public pages, linked so you can read the source yourself. Rules change, so confirm the current version with the agency before you rely on it.
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