Yes, hot tubs can be heated with natural gas. The heating by natural gas is extremely fast as it allows water to move from the ambient levels to about 100 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit in a matter of just 30 to 60 minutes.
The way it works is your heater will burn natural gas or liquid propane inside of a combustion chamber. There are copper coils that have a part in the water. As the copper coils heat, this will also heat the water, providing your pool or hot tub with efficient and even heating.
(Six gallons of propane gas are required to reach your desired temperature.) A gas heater using natural gas at $1 per therm (unit of natural gas) will take 30 minutes to heat to your desired temperature and cost $4.71 per day (4.71 therms is necessary to reach 93 degrees).
Nowadays, most spas and hot tubs are heated with an electric heating element, which is tucked into a stainless steel tube.
I know that a 100,000 BTU heater uses 1 therm of natural gas per hour, so a 400,000 heater consumes 4 therms an hour. 4 therms an hour x $1.20 = $4.80 per hour. So the magic number based on some pretty popular averages is $5 per hour to heat the pool and $5 an hour to heat the spa.
Yes, all spas can be converted to gas, however, we recommend a certified technician. The cost of a gas heater and the cost of gas will probably outway the cost of running a spa. We suggest using a heat pump.
#1 Turn the temperature down on your hot tub
The easiest way to save money on your hot tub is to turn the temperature down a few degrees. Each degree will save you approx. 10% on your hot tub energy bill.
With the right sized boiler or water storage unit for Air Source Heat Pumps, you can comfortably heat a hot tub as well as your home.
Most spa owners expect their heater to take no more than 15 to 30 minutes to heat their spa to 102°F.
Hot tubs require electricity. And the exact electrical specification will depend on what hot tub you are getting. It's a good idea to know if you have any restrictions on your electrical supply before you start shopping around. As it may limit your options.
An alternatives to electric heating is gas heating, which takes much less time to heat masses of water rather than electricity. Gas heaters are Eco-friendly, using less energy to reach the perfect tempature for your spa. Gas heating is as effective as electric, and as is very effecient at heating a cold spa.
In most cases it is advised not to fill your hot tub or spa directly with hot water but if you do, make sure the water temperature is not excessive, for the best result remove air lock (see below) then increase the cool water in the main water area by putting the hot water into cool which will slowly increase the ...
Re: Can you fill tub with hot water
Depending on the temperature of the "hot water" you could potentially damage the shell with a concentration of hot water. Fill the spa half way and THEN ad hot water if you must, but you are probably wired for 240 volts and that should produce from 8 to 12 degrees per hour.
Still sore, congratulations on the new spa! Filling it with warm water from the tap is clever and will not cause any problems. I would think it might save you an hour or so.
One question we sometimes get asked is should I leave my hot tub on all the time? The answer is yes! Hot tubs are designed to be left on permanently and this is how they work best. Of course, they'll need to be drained regularly but for the most part, they are left on 24/7.
On average, you should aim to completely drain it about three to four times a year. Lucky for you, the time it takes to drain your hot tub is usually around an hour or so. One hour of time spent cleaning roughly four times a year is only four hours of your time to ensure that you are resting in a sanitary hot tub.
A typical one-off hot tub service will cost between £150 and £200 and service plans start from £25-£30 per month and can increase to around £45-£50 per month with quarterly drain downs provided by the dealer.
When it comes to hot tubs and spas there are really two ways of heating them. The first is gas and the second is electric. Gas hot tubs or gas-fired hot tubs use small swimming pool heaters to heat the water (around 100,000 BTU). These heaters can be natural gas or propane gas.
You can build your hot tub to your own specifications, you just have to follow a few basic rules. No matter what materials you choose or what design you have in mind, this is a great way to get that custom hot tub that you have always wanted.
With the option of powerful yet quiet jets, our hot tubs can provide both a spiritual healing as well as a more traditional spa hydrotherapy massage. We use powerful adjustable jets that sooth and gently massage the muscles and joints.
However, it's also wise to ask yourself, “How much does it cost to run a hot tub in the winter to keep the water warm?” On average, it's estimated that a 500 gallon spa costs about $1 per day to keep ready to use at all times.
A 100,000 BTU heater uses 1 therm of natural gas per hour, so a 400,000 heater consumes 4 therms an hour. 4 therms an hour x $1.67 = $6.68 per hour. So the magic number based on the most common 400,000 BTU pool/ spa heater is $6.68 per hour in gas cost to run your heater.
Modern manufacturers advertise the cost to run their hot tubs at about one dollar per day, with $50 per month at the high end. The energy cost of a hot tub varies based mainly on the heater, which usually draws between 1,500 watts or 6,000 watts.
The condition of your hot tub's components such as the water heater, pump, cover and even the jets affect how quickly your hot tub will reach its ideal temperature. If some of these components are wearing out or damaged, it can take much longer to reach the temperature you desire.