Frequently
Asked Questions About Spas
Below are a list of frequently asked questions and their
answers if you require any more help, would like to make
any comments or require a brochure please contact us sales@windriverspas.com.
How
much will it cost per day to heat and keep it clean?
Are Spas good
for me?
What is Hydrotherapy?
Is it easy to
install a Spa?
What do I need
to have a Spa in my garden?
How often do you
need to change the water?
I am allergic
to chlorine what chemicals can I use to keep it clean?
Is there any other
maintenance?
Can we take the
Spa with us if we move?
Can we cover
our Spa?
How soon can
we use our hot tub after we fill it with water?
How long can
we stay in?
How do we know
if there is enough water in the Spa?
What do we do if
we go on holidays?
How
much will it cost per day to heat and keep it clean?
Our spas are very efficient
and the cost is normally between .50 - $1 a day depending
on the type of spa you purchase. That includes the water
keeping up to a temperature of 102 degrees F and the
chemicals you require.
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Are
Spas good for me?
Yes, If kept at under 105
degrees F, the hot water can reduce your blood pressure
and improve blood circulation by expands blood vessels.
It also restores nutrients and cleanses our muscles of
carbon dioxide. Using the spa up to 3 times a week will
help reduce stress levels and give you a healthier outlook
on life. They are also an excellent way to have time
out and to catch up.
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What
is Hydrotherapy?
It is the use of hot water
and massage jets to relieve muscular problems. It is
often used in hospitals to help people recover after
injuring their muscles or joints.
Hydrotherapy spas are also ideal for people with arthritis
and muscle problems. See our Hydrotherapy page
for more details.
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Is
it easy to install a Spa?
Yes, A Spa can be delivered
and set up in your back garden within a few minutes,
depending on the your site accessibility. Most things
are possible we can even use a crane over your house
if you have no side or back access. The spa can be moved
on their side to fit down side entrances. Once the spa
is in position all it need is to be connected to your
electricity supply and have a water supply nearby.
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What
do I need to have a Spa in my garden?
You need a level area, most
people use decking, a patio or a plain concrete base.
A garden hose and an out door tap, and electricity.
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How
often do you need to change the water?
Only every 2-3 months -as
we recommend spas with ozonators fitted, which naturally
kill about 80% of all bacteria- using UV light. You need
to use chemicals as well as an ozonator to maintain the
clarity of the water for longer periods.
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I
am allergic to chlorine what chemicals can I use to keep
it clean?
We use Oxysure, a chlorine
free chemical, which is a very high quality spa sanitiser
that has no taste, smell and is ideal for sensitive skin.
You can even grow your plants in the same room with no
adverse affects on the plants.
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Is
there any other maintenance?
Generally
not, all our spas are high quality products that have
excellent warranties.
3 year on the electronics and plumbing
5 years on the acrylic shell
We also have useful technical advise and support should
any thing go wrong.
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Can
we take the Spa with us if we move?
Yes, if you have a portable
spa, you can move the spa with you easily all you need
is a level spot with electricity available.
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Can
we cover our Spa?
Yes, it is very easy to cover
your spa. There are three main alternatives; put the
spa indoors, in a Solardome - glass dome building, or
in a wooden gazebo. Make sure there is ample ventilation
in the room, as the spa will produce condensation when
it is cold outside.
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How
soon can we use our hot tub after we fill it with water?
It will probably take about
10-14 hours to heat the spa to temperature after you
fill it with the garden hose.
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How
long can we stay in?
The average time to stay
in is about 20-40mins, although as long as it is under
104 degree F you can stay in as long as you feel comfortable.
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How
do we know if there is enough water in the Spa?
Fill the spa so that the
water comes to the top of the filter. You can fill it
higher than this but never lower. A low water level can
cause problems to your pump and motor due to air getting
in the system.
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What
do we do if we go on holidays?
It is a good idea to get
a neighbor or friend to add some chemicals to your spa
at least once a week. Or add a large amount of chemicals
before you leave, to shock the water, and then turn the
temperature right down which will reduce the algae build
up. Remember to shock the water before you use the spa
again.
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