Most hot tubs we remove have been sitting unused for a while. The cover is waterlogged, the pump quit, and it's taking up the best spot on the deck. Getting it out is mostly a matter of prep and access. Here's how to get ready.
Before removal day
Disconnect the power
The tub has to be completely disconnected from electricity before anyone works on it. Most tubs are wired to a dedicated breaker or a disconnect box near the tub. If yours is hardwired into the house, have a licensed electrician handle the disconnect and cap the wiring. Don't guess on this one.
Drain it
Drain the tub a day or two ahead so it has time to dry out some. A full hot tub holds a lot more water than most people expect. Check local rules before draining treated water toward a storm drain.
Clear the path
Think about the route from the tub to the driveway. Move patio furniture, grills and planters out of the way, and unlock the gate. If the tub is on a raised deck or tucked behind the house, tell us when you ask for a quote.
On the day
Depending on the tub and how it's set up, it either comes out in one piece or gets taken apart on site so it fits through the gate and onto the trailer. We haul away the shell, cover, steps and loose parts, and clean up the debris where it sat.
What's left behind
Usually a pad (concrete, pavers or gravel) or a patch of deck, plus the electrical that the electrician capped. If you want the spot turned into something else, like a patio set, a fire pit or a garden bed, tell us your plans and we'll talk through it.
A quick checklist
- Power disconnected (electrician if it's hardwired)
- Tub drained a day or two ahead
- Path from the tub to the driveway cleared
- Gate unlocked, pets inside
- Photos sent with your quote request
Ready? Get a free quote or call (317) 554-9382.
Common questions
Do I need an electrician to remove a hot tub?
Someone qualified has to disconnect the power first. If the tub is hardwired into the house, have a licensed electrician do the disconnect.
How far ahead should I drain the hot tub?
A day or two ahead is ideal, so it has time to dry out a bit.
Can a hot tub be removed from a fenced backyard?
Usually, yes. If it won't fit through the gate in one piece, it gets taken apart on site.
