Hot tubs and spas wax and wane in popularity and they have certainly come a long way since the early 1970s when it seemed that 
everyone had a hot tub or spa sitting out on their deck or in the back yard. Hot tubs and spas are warm and wonderful,therapeutic jet-filled structures that are ideal for use year round and can provide a way to relax and unwind even in the coldest of climates. If you’re in the market for a hot tub or spa you will want to spend some time with your Memphis, Tennessee swimming pool and hot tub contractor to understand the nuances of built in or portable hot tubs and spas.
What is a hot tub? It’s a tank of water, generally made of redwood or cedar (but can be made of virtually any material you choose), that is heated with hydrotherapy jets. A spa, was thought of as a heated tub with jets and they were made from some thermoplastic or acrylic material. Acrylic is another very popular choice cor the hot tub structure because of its contour-design and superior maintenance features.
When you begin shopping for hot tub or spa and visit the showroom of the pool contractors at Advanced Pool Care, you may be overwhelmed with the luxurious choices – none of which are what you could consider truly portable. Technically the spas you see in the showroom are “portable” as they will be delivered to your backyard, but once they’ve been installed, you won’t be easily picking up and moving it around, especially if your pool contractor needs to dig a hole and run plumbing for it.
Bottom line: Is a spa or hot tub portable? Maybe, but maybe not. If you sell your house and want to take it with you, it is possible that your pool contractor could make that happen. Spas weigh hundreds of pounds empty and do require a special truck to lift it. Plumbing and electricity will need to be unhooked and then reassembled in a different location — it can be done, but it could be a pricey proposition.
