How to Get Rid of Your Old Hot Tub

What’s up with your old hot tub?

• It looks bad.
• It’s falling apart.
• It costs a ton to use.
• It’s noisy.
• It’s too small/large for our current family situation.
• It’s old and maintenance just costs too much.

Why are you holding on to it?

• I don’t know how to get rid of it.
• It’s too much of a hassle to get rid of.

We hear it all the time. But getting rid of your hot tub doesn’t have to be as much of a mystery or hassle as most owners think.

Here’s what you can do.

Break it down

Your old hot tub doesn’t have to stay in one piece. With a little time and patience you can break down your hot tub to the more easily movable parts. The shell, the frame, the jets, wiring, motor, and all the other little parts can come apart. They’re much easier to move from your prime hot tub space when you can carry them one by one.

Sell it!

There exists a large market in Halton region for second hand hot tubs.

If you sell through an online marketplace like Kijiji, you can say upfront the buyer has to assume responsibility for moving the hot tub. Once you find a buyer, the moving isn’t your problem.

Similarly, if you elected to disassemble the hot tub, selling becomes an even better option. Many hot tub enthusiasts upgrade their own hot tubs with second hand parts. You can sell these parts individually for a greater profit than the entire hot tub as a unit.

The most important thing is to take good pictures when you sell online. Pictures make all the difference. So take lots. It’s worth the time.

Find a disposal company

If you just want your hot tub gone, there are several junk disposal companies in the region which may haul the hot tub away for a minimal fee. They will likely break it down and recycle the materials or sell back to a manufacturer.

The cost varies, but could be anywhere between $100 and $400, depending on the size and location fo your hot tub.

To get ready for removal, you can:

• Disconnect any connections from the house (electrical or otherwise).
• Drain the water several days in advance and let dry completely.
• Clear a path for the movers.
• Wave goodbye.

We recommend this option. It’s the safest and easiest option, and you can get it done right away, while you still have a couple months of hot tub weather ahead.

Give us a call or stop by our showroom to see what we have in stock. Get back to enjoying your hot tub!