- Tubing and PVS Plumping Parts
- Pump Wet End Seal
- Gate Valves and Slice
- Pump
- Connections
- Jet Bodies
- Heater Assembly Manifold
Hot Tub Repair Method 3
As the alternatives of the method 1, here we provide some other ways in repairing your hot tub. The methods are not really different with just some additional methods that you can try.
Pump
After you are in equipment compartment, the first thing you have to check is the pump, often the pump seal is the main reason for the leak. If you find water leaking from the pump, you can decide to replace the seal orA�replace the entire wet end to fix the leak.
If you want to save your time from further leaks, replacing the entire wet is the option for you, because replacing the seal is quite hard without breaking other components within the wet end. In short, you can replace the seal or the entire wet end, but we recommend you to replace the entire wet.
Unions
If you find the pump is okay, check the union fitting around the pump and the heater. It can be the source of the leaks even for a brand new hot tub due to the vibration during shipment.
To fix it, DO NOT use a wrench to tighten it up! It can be tightened by hand, or you can remove the realign parts to make it straighter fit then tighten by hand. Once again, DO NOT use a wrench because it can damage your hot tub. Fix the leak in the union and you just finish your hot tub repair work.
Heater
The next step is, check the heater assembly. The heater consists of heater pressure switch, the heater assembly, and other heating components. Replace the necessary part if you find the leak come from it. Make sure you find the right component and replace it carefully.
Valves
Furthermore, you should inspect all the valves in your hot tub as they are the source of the common leak. If you have a knife style valves,A� the gasket between the two valves which are bolted can be causing leaks.
And then, some manufacturers build a hot tub with the valves installed on both side of the pump, so water doesn’t need to shut off. So you can access the pump and replace it. Our recommendation is; remove the valves because they are the common leak source of a hot tub. So you can save a lot of time and headache.
Connections and Jets
The next step if you didn’t find the source leak is,A�inspecting all of your pipes, jets, and connections. The leaking jets because of the bad gasket un the jet, but it probably happen because of the bad over time and you should replace it. Check the pipe if it needs to be tightened, tight it up or seal it with PVC glue.A�
The Average Cost of Hot Tub Repair
For sure, when you choose to repair your hot tub all by yourself, you can save lots of money. You may need to spend some bucks just to purchase the components to replace the damaged ones.
However, when the damage is too difficult to handle by your amateur skill, you will always need to call a professional. The risks of getting some human error problems are widely possible when you force to do all the repair by yourself.
The cost of hot tub repair, of course, depends on what kind of damage that you experience. Some common issues like leak, heater, or light, each will cost you different budget. Then it also depends on how severe the damage is.
Hot Tub Pump
For this kind of circumstance, if you choose the DIY method, the average cost that you may need to spend is about $65 to $1,500. The price relates to which component of the spa that causes the leak or other relating problems.
When the jet pump is the main problem, you will need about $65 to fix the wet end and about $200 if you need to purchase a new motor of the pump.
The cost can rise up to $500 when you hire a pro to fix the similar problem, but if the leak relates to the other parts of the spa like frame and cabinet, you have to prepare an even higher budget for around $300 t0 $1,500.
Hot Tub Heater
As one of the main parts of the hot tub, when you have the damaged heater you would not want to let it for long. You have to repair it as soon as possible to enjoy the main function of your hot tub again.
A complete heater component which sometimes sold in kit, averagely sold at $1,000. The price depends on the brand and heater material.
Hot Tub Jets
When you have your hot tub jets broken, the problems that may occur are like the low water pressure, hard water, and rigid jets move. Handling this problem all by yourself may not be a wise idea since you will need a hot tub pro just to determine the source of the problem itself.
Averagely, you will need to pay $75 per jet which also includes the labor cost. The price may vary due to the type of the jets and the source of the problem.
Hot Tub Light
Though it’s just the bells and whistles of a hot tub, but it is also one of the things that you have to fix when it gets broken. Commonly, they are sold in LED or halogen.
To replace the broken hot tub lights with the new ones, the price that you will spend can range from $15 to $70. You can install the lights easily without hiring a professional.
But, if you are eager to pay a professional electrician, it can cost around $150 to pay the components and the labor.
A quick tip when you hire a pro to repair your hot tub, try to troubleshoot the issue that you experience, so it will save the identification cost.A�The average cost of hot tub repair is also determined by the are where you live, and also the range of the hot tub. The more expensive your hot tub is the more repair cost that you may need to pay.
Keep in mind to consider hiring a hot tub guy when you think you can’t handle it by yourself, because it will either end up letting the problem happen or even worse, further damaging your beloved hot tub.
Furthermore, you may also risk your safety since most of the hot tub parts involve electricity.
CONCLUSION
It is not hard to fix our hot tub if know where the source of the leak comes from. We provide you several methods, so you can repair your hot tub by yourself. Follow the instructions carefully, so you won’t need to pay more for fixing your hot tub.
As a pricey health investment, a hot tub should provide you a long lasting service, but still, some damages will always happen, especially when you use it uncarefully.
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