Hot tub setup in Exeter
Professional hot tub setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional inflatable hot tub setup - positioned on level ground, inflated, connected, filled, and heating. Ready for your first soak without the setup headache.
Relax From Day One
Inflatable hot tubs are brilliant - proper hydrotherapy relaxation without the £10,000 price tag. But they need setting up properly. Position it wrong and you'll have uneven wear, stress on seams, and a tub that doesn't last.
⚖️ Weight matters. A full hot tub weighs nearly a ton. That weight needs level, solid ground - not soft lawn or weak decking.
Why Positioning Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Level ground | Water uneven, seams stressed |
| Solid surface | Sinks and shifts |
| Proper inflation | Soft spots, wears fast |
| Pump connected correctly | Errors, poor heating |
What You Get
🔧 Full Setup
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Location checked |
| Position | Ground mat placed |
| Inflate | Correct pressure |
| Connect | Pump and controls |
| Fill | Water in, filter set |
| Heat | Heating started |
📦 Brands I Work With
- Lay-Z-Spa (most popular)
- Intex
- CleverSpa
- Wave Spa
- MSpa
Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard hot tub setup | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Larger tub or complex site | 3 hrs | £160 |
| Controls demonstration | Included | Free |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Lay-Z-Spa - All models
✅ Intex - Good value options
✅ CleverSpa - Various sizes
✅ Site assessment - Check your location first
Why Choose Us for Hot tub setup in Exeter?
Hot tub positioned on level, solid ground - essential for longevity
Inflated properly and checked for leaks before filling
Filter and pump connected correctly
Filled and heating started, ready for your first soak
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess Location
Proposed location assessed, ground level and stability checked, power socket availability confirmed.
Step 2: Setup & Connect
Protective mat placed, hot tub unpacked and positioned, inflated and checked, pump connected.
Step 3: Fill & Heat
Filled with water, filter set up correctly, heating started, controls demonstrated.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting it up yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Garden hose
- Outdoor power socket
- Level paved/concrete area
- Space around all sides
📐 Key steps
- Check ground is genuinely level
- Place protective mat first
- Inflate fully before filling
- Connect pump before adding water
- Check filter is seated correctly
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Positioning on soft lawn
- Underfilling air chamber
- Forgetting the ground mat
- Wrong filter position
💡 Pro trick: Before inflating, fill the tub with an inch of water. This holds it in position while you inflate and prevents the base from shifting around.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
⏱️ Hot tubs take 12-24 hours to heat initially - I'll start the heating but you won't be soaking the same day. Factor this into timing.
Running costs:
- Electric costs roughly £1-2 per day
- Insulated cover essential for efficiency
- Chemical costs ongoing
Maintenance:
- Test and treat water 2-3 times per week
- Clean filter weekly
- Change water every 2-3 months
- Cover when not in use
What I don't do:
- Electrical installation (need electrician)
- Hard-shell hot tub installation
- Chemical setup (your ongoing responsibility)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you install hard-shell hot tubs?
I focus on inflatable/portable hot tubs. Hard-shell tubs need specialist installation including electrical work and sometimes crane delivery.
Where's the best place to put it?
Solid, level ground - paving, concrete, or reinforced deck. Near outdoor power socket. Within hose reach. Private enough for comfort. Away from trees.
How much does a full hot tub weigh?
A 4-person tub filled with water and people weighs around 1,000kg. That's why surface prep matters - soft ground or weak decking can cause problems.
Can you set up on decking?
Only if structurally sound enough. A full hot tub weighs as much as a small car. Most standard decking isn't designed for this - I'll assess and advise honestly.
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