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Having a Hot Tub in the Winter is Awesome!

There is nothing better than a hot tub in the deep cold of winter! Some may think that this is a crazy idea, walking out in the snow and cold to jump into a hot tub, but there is not many things more invigorating. (more…)

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The Cover Guy Tip - How to Measure your Hot Tub Cover

The Cover Guy Tip – How to Measure your Hot Tub Cover

When it was brand new, your eye was drawn to it – the center of your back yard domain. It promised you years of fun, relaxation, and the occasional uninvited neighbor. Your hot tub. These days it still draws the eye, but not for the same reasons. Cracked and weathered, torn in places, a mere shadow of its former color and beauty. The hot tub is still great, but that cover is an eyesore. It’s time…

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Hot Tub Gazebo's and Umbrella's Extend Your Hot Tub Season

Hot Tub Gazebo’s and Umbrella’s Extend Your Hot Tub Season

Additions to your hot tub can run the range from a few fun accessories all the way up to something that might just need a building permit. Everything extra you can do to your hot tub, like Hot Tub Gazebo’s for instance, means extra things you can do with your hot tub.

We’ve talked about the more common kinds of accessories in other posts – things like water weights, pool noodles and that type of…

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The Best Place to put your new hot tub - Things to consider

The Best Place to put your new hot tub – Things to consider

One of the first decisions you make when you decide to buy a new hot tub is Best Place to put your new hot tub. You actually need this information almost before you start shopping for a new hot tub. Hot Tubs are big, heavy, and awkward to move so the placement of your hot tub or swim spa should be pretty well its permanent home. The top things to consider is the what kind of spa is it and the…

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The Best Hot Tub Brands - Chosen by The Cover Guy

The Best Hot Tub Brands – Chosen by The Cover Guy

The Best Hot Tub Brands If you’re thinking of buying a new or used hot tub, there is going to be an awful lot of research in your immediate future. You can start by reading up on all the best hot tub brands. You’ll have to look into what features you’ll need, what features you can do without, and how much each of them is likely to add to the total cost. You will need to decide between indoor,…

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Viking Spas Error Codes

Viking Spas and Hot Tubs

The Viking Spa Company is an original hot tub company that is a family run. The Viking Spas line consists of eight molds that can be made up in three different ways to hit each price range and hydrotherapy need. This limited line of tubs makes it easier for Viking Spas to stay competitive and keep up their quality. The Viking Spa brand is widely known as one of the best…

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How Much Is a Used Hot Tub’s Worth/Value?

There are several reasons why you may want to get rid of your used hot tub. Perhaps you’re in the market for a new one. Or maybe you’ve sold your house and the new owner has requested you remove the tub before he moves in. Regardless, many clients ask us how much their used hot tub is worth. And the answer is never a simple one.

There are many factors involved in determining a resale price. …

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Zen and the Art of Hot Tub Cover Maintenance

It’s important to think of a good hot tub cover not as an expense, but rather as an investment. An investment that, if you take care of it properly, will prolong the life of your hot tub and keep your operating expenses much, much lower. And there’s the catch. In order for your hot tub cover to live up to its potential, you need to take care of it. This isn’t particularly hard to do, and it isn’t…

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How Much Does A Hot Tub Pump Cost To Replace?

One of the most common problems with aging hot tubs is a malfunctioning pump. Pumps usually consist of two components: the wet end and the dry end. The wet end contains an impeller that moves the water around. Meanwhile, the dry end is made up of an electric motor that actually rotates the impeller. When one or both of these components are not working, the pump may need to be repaired or…

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Hot Tub Buying Guide - For New Hot Tub Buyers

Hot Tub Buying Guide – For New Hot Tub Buyers

If you are shopping for a new hot tub, it can be difficult to sift through all the information available. Deciding which factors are the most important and choosing the right hot tub for you can seem impossible. You need a hot tub buying guide to help.

For those looking to buy their first hot tub there can be a lot of guess work regarding how often you’ll use the tub and for what. If you are…

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The 2017 4th Cover Guy Scholarships Award Recipients

The Cover Guy Scholarships

It is our great pleasure to announce the recipients for The 4th Annual Cover Guy Scholarships. Kaia Arthur and Emily Sams, with their commitment to educational studies, and community work they have risen above all other applicants for this years scholarships.

2017 Recipients

Kaia and Emily strive for the values the The Cover Guy holds in high regard in our communities.…

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Hot Tub Problems (The Top 10)

Hot Tub Problems Solved! (Top 10)

Looking to make the best summer for your spa? Here are ten common hot tub problemsyou will want to check for before performing routine maintenance this season. Proactive solutions can protect your spa from long term damage and save money on maintenance. From clogged filters to water balance problems, we cover the most frequent issues that prevent your hot tub…

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#hot tub guide #hot tub problems #trouble shooting for your spa

How to Build Hot Tub Steps - A Step by Step Guide

How to Build Hot Tub Steps – A Step by Step Guide

Although we don’t have definitive statistics (97% of statistics are made up on the spot), The Cover Guy suspects that steps are probably the most often overlooked hot tub accessory. When most people buy a new spa they make sure they have everything they are going to need:

Cover lifter? Check.

Water chemicals? Check.

Cool floating rubber ducky with a built-in FM radio? Check.

But then they go to…

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How to Build a Wood Fired Hot Tub

A hot tub is a fundamentally simple thing. All it really has to do is hold hot water and people. But of course, water doesn’t heat itself, so the hot tub needs a heater. The people using the tub also leave dirt and oils in the water. That feeds bacteria, which can make the tub smell bad and even harm the health of bathers. You could replace the water every few times you use it, but heating the…

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Tips for Creating a Custom Hot Tub Pad

A hot tub pad is essential as it will keep the tub off the ground preventing uneven sinkage and damage to the bottom of the spa. You need to keep in mind this hot tub base will need to accommodate the hot tub weight and electrical requirements. Hot tub Pads are a really easy DIY project that can be accomplished pretty quickly over a weekend. There are even new synthetic options that a lot of hot…

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#backyard prep for hot tub #hot tub #hot tub install #hot tub pad

Hot Tub Cover Thickness - What is the best for my Hot Tub?

Hot Tub Cover Thickness – What is the best for my Hot Tub?

Hot Tub Cover Thickness

Hot Tub Cover Thickness – What is the best for my Hot Tub? So it’s been a few years since you bought your hot tub and, while the tub is still going strong, the cover that came with it is starting to show some wear and tear. It’s possible the poor thing has even gone to the dogs – figuratively or literally. We all know that the hot tub covers you get with a new tub are…

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The Cover Guy Custom Oversized Hot Tub Covers

The Cover Guy Oversized Custom Hot Tub Covers and Swim Spa Covers

The Cover Guy builds Oversized Custom Hot Tub Covers for all hot tubs and Swim Spas. TCG has been building hot tub covers and spa covers for over 30 years and has a great knowledgeable staff. TCG will help you design the perfect hot tub cover for your hot tub or swim spa. Recently one of our hot tub cover specialists Amanda had the…

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