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Why
Do You Want a Spa?
First, understand
the reasons why you want a spa. For stress-relief,
hydrotherapy and massage, to soothe sore muscles? For family
recreation or as part of a beautiful entertainment oasis?
Next, have an idea where you want to place your new spa.
Make it part of a home improvement project such as a new patio
or deck so that you can consider the weight support issues and
electrical connections required.
Do
Your Homework.
The
internet is a great tool but not the only tool to select a
spa. Like a car purchase, you should see how you and
your family fit and feel in the spas. Test the ones
you like to see how the control panel, pumps and jets work. Seats
and lounges engineered for therapy, ease of maintenance
and strong warranties are important features to become
familiar with in your research.
How Many People Will The Spa/Jets Serve?
Will the spa be for 2 people most of the time or a party of
4-6? Do you want a specific therapy chair, side-by-side
seating or a lounger? Review
features such as jets, jet placement, seat configuration,
audio/visual, lighting, and other custom options. The
more you know the less stressful your spa buying experience will be.
Shop
The Top Local Dealers.
Taking
time with a spa counselor is necessary to help you make
the most out of this type of lifetime purchase.
 Take
A Test Soak. Try Before You Buy.
After you visit
each dealership, the top spa models that meet your criteria at
each store should be wet tested with jets running and bubbles
blowing and the aromatherapy engaged. You can't just read about how the jets will
soothe and massage you. Just like a car, you need to try before you buy
to see if the hot tub meets your specific needs.
Carefree encourages you to wet test different spas before you
buy. Unlike other companies that come and go, Carefree has been
helping customers for the past thirty years get into and stay in
hot water. Carefree is committed to your long-term spa enjoyment.
We take care of our customers before, during and after the sale.
Select
a Reputable Dealer.
My father said
to do business with people that you like. Reputation and
length in business are also key factors to consider when you
select a spa dealer. This relationship will be long-term, so it
is important that you can trust the dealer with professional
delivery and installation advice and "spa care and operation"
classes. Your dealer is also an excellent source for
on-going spa water care education, maintenance, accessories, parts and service.
Frequent buyer clubs, referral compensation and other frequent
sales and discounts are also excellent benefits.
Never
Compromise on Price.
You can spend
$5,000 for a spa every five years or you can spend $8,000
for a spa that will last fifteen years. With this
example in mind, there is no substitute for quality in
manufacturing, engineering, structural, plumbing and jet integrity, shell
and cabinet. Do not be sucked in by a low price deal.
If you are looking for high quality for a lower price many
dealers offer refurbished spas that still have many years of
enjoyment left. Reputable manufacturers in the
industry will offer a wide variety of sizes, features and
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