- The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
- What should I look for when buying an energy efficient spa pool?
- Hot Spring energy efficient spas feature
- The most efficient insulation
- Hot air induction jets
- Are energy efficient spa pools high maintenance?
- Are energy efficient spa pools good for your health?
- Frequently asked questions
In this article..
- The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
- What should I look for when buying an energy efficient spa pool?
- Hot Spring energy efficient spas feature
- The most efficient insulation
- Hot air induction jets
- Are energy efficient spa pools high maintenance?
- Are energy efficient spa pools good for your health?
- Frequently asked questions
Hot spring spa pools have the lowest running costs of any New Zealand spa brand… and we have the independent laboratory testing to prove it! If you’re looking for a spa pool that doesn’t cost the earth, you’ve found it – our energy efficient machines can be run for as little as $1 a day.
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The Lowest Running Costs, Independently Tested and Proven
The cost of running a spa pool can be significant… unless you choose Hot Spring. We offer New Zealand’s most energy efficient spa pools, with running costs as little as $1 a day. This is a luxurious soak that won’t cost the earth.
How can such luxury come so cheap? Our insulation is carefully designed for maximum heat retention. Our covers are fully insulated and precisely engineered to form a perfect seal around the lip of your spa.
Then there’s our suite of technological innovations, from heat induction jets that recycle the warmth generated by the internal machinery, to our SilentFlo 5000 circulation system that keeps your water moving while using the same amount of power as a 40-watt light bulb.
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What should I look for when buying an energy efficient spa pool?
A number of factors influence spa pool energy efficiency, but the most important is quality. By buying from a trusted brand that invests in innovation and uses the finest materials, particularly insulation, you can be confident of finding a spa pool that is better for both the planet and your hip pocket. Other considerations to make when buying an energy efficient spa pool include:
Size
The larger the spa pool, the more energy it will tend to use, so avoid going too big just for the sake of it.
Location
By placing your spa pool in a more protected location, away from the elements, you can retain more heat and use less power.
Objective
Consider what you’ll use your spa for, and how much you’ll use it. The more regular your use, the more important energy efficiency becomes.
Quality
Investing in a quality spa pool can save you huge money in the long run, not just in terms of energy efficiency, but longevity too.
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The importance of energy efficiency
A spa pool forms a luxurious addition to any home – a place for healing, relaxation, romance and fun. But luxurious doesn’t have to mean expensive. By choosing a Hot Spring, you can enjoy one of the world’s most sumptuous spa pool experiences, and reduce your ongoing costs while you do it. Packed with a suite of energy efficient technologies, a Hot Spring spa pool is an investment that can pay itself back over time through incredible savings.
Hot Spring energy efficient spas feature
Hot Spring's energy-efficient spas are designed with superior insulation to retain heat and block out the cold, complemented by an insulated cover that perfectly seals the spa's edge. Their innovative machinery ensures a luxurious soaking experience at a reduced cost, making relaxation both sophisticated and economical.
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The most efficient insulation
Insulation is the most important factor in spa pool energy efficiency, as it minimises the use of the heater by keeping the water warmer for longer. An innovative technology like Hot Spring’s multi-density full foam insulation can save you $365-$2000 a year when compared to a poorly insulated spa.
Hot air induction jets
Hot Spring’s clever hot air induction jets are designed to ensure no warmth goes to waste. They transfer heat generated within the insulated equipment compartment to the water by re-injecting it through the jets. This innovation doesn’t use any extra electricity but can take real strain off the heat pump!
Insulated spa pool covers
Many spa pool owners think of covers as something to keep their water free of debris. But what a cover keeps in is just as important as what it keeps out. A cover plays a critical role in spa pool heat retention, and a fully insulated, tightly fitting and ultra-durable Hot Spring cover does this better than any other.
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A dedicated circulation pump
Most spa pools rely on their jets to circulate water, which can be energy-intensive (not to mention noisy and potentially damaging). A Hot Spring spa pool fitted with a SilentFlo 5000 circulation system, meanwhile, keeps your spa water constantly in motion while using the same power as a 40W light bulb!
How much do energy efficient spa pools cost?
At Hot Spring we focus on building spa pools that are not only luxurious, but that cost customers less over the lifetime of the machine. We do this by building long-lasting spa pools out of the highest quality parts and materials, and by making significant investments in the development of energy- and resource-saving technologies.
A Hot Spring spa pool isn’t a cost, it’s an investment. And it’s one that pays itself back over time, by lowering your electricity bills, by reducing your need to drain and refill your spa, and by ensuring you can soak in your spa for years or even decades to come, through quality construction and the guaranteed supply of spare parts for 20 years (something no other spa brand offers).
To get a sense of the ongoing costs of a Hot Spring spa pool, and how much you can save compared to other brands, check out our Energy Calculator.
Best placement for an energy efficient spa pool
The placement of your spa pool will impact its energy efficiency. Indoor spa pools, like those placed in sun rooms, are more protected from the elements, so don't have to work as hard to retain their heat. The same goes for outdoor spa pools placed in enclosed decks or under verandas and patios. If you're willing to put a little more effort into the installation of your Hot Spring, inground spa pools can be insulated by the surrounding earth to increase efficiency, all while being more accessible and organic addition to your backyard.
No matter whether you want an inground, above-ground, indoor or outdoor spa pool, Hot Spring spas are guaranteed to be energy efficient, helping you to save serious money over the life of the machine.
Are energy efficient spa pools high maintenance?
The short answer is no: the most energy efficient spas also tend to feature high-end systems that minimise work and maximise play for hot tub owners.
Draining and refilling
The FreshWater™ Salt System significantly reduces the need to drain/refill your spa.
Are energy efficient spa pools good for your health?
The warm waters of a spa pool can reduce inflammation and offer relief to tight and tired muscles.
Heart
As you lower yourself into your spa, your blood vessels will dilate, allowing more oxygen and nutrients to get to where they’re needed most.
Muscle
The warmth can loosen tight muscles and reduce swelling.
Joints
Spa pools can help to relieve chronic pain and enhance mobility by taking weight off joints.
Mental Well-being
A spa pool is backyard relaxation in its ultimate form; an oasis of soothing lights, sounds and hydromassage jets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most energy efficient spa?
Hot Spring spa pools are the most energy efficient spas in New Zealand. That’s not an opinion – it’s a fact. We are also the only spa brand in New Zealand to have our spa running costs independently tested in a lab, and to have published the results. What were those results? Our spas are the most efficient on the market, with running costs as low as $1 a day.
Energy efficient spa pools are defined by a few factors. Hot Spring spas are built from the highest quality materials, feature high-end insulation to keep more heat in, and are packed with technological innovations designed to minimise power use, from precise temperature control to hot air induction jets.
Is it cheaper to leave the spa pool running all the time?
If you choose a Hot Spring, the running costs of your spa pool will generally be lower if you leave it heated all the time. Our high performance, energy efficient spa pools cost as little as $1 a day to run, and this incredible efficiency means that it can be cheaper to keep your water heated 24/7 versus turning it off and heating it back up again!
This is especially the case if you use your spa pool regularly. If you’re going away for a week or more, it may be worth turning your Hot Spring spa pool off to conserve energy.
How much does it cost to run a spa pool in New Zealand?
In terms of power use, the energy that your spa pool uses will be determined by a few different factors: spa size, water temperature, frequency of use, feature list, and most importantly, energy efficiency.
As New Zealand’s most energy efficient spa brand, Hot Spring machines can be run for as little as $1 a day. But it’s important to understand that this figure represents a baseline, and that your power use, and electricity rates in your local area, will define how much your spa pool actually costs to run. You can get an estimate of your monthly running costs, based on spa model and location, with our energy efficiency calculator.
Does turning down the temperature on a spa pool save money?
Yes, turning the temperature of your spa pool water down a few degrees is one of the simplest ways to lower your energy use and power bills, as it reduces the amount of work your spa pool heater has to do.
Another way to minimise power use is to retain as much of that heat as possible. This starts by choosing a well insulated spa pool with a tightly fitting, fully insulated cover, like a Hot Spring. Heat rises, so you should lock that cover on your spa pool whenever it’s not in use. You might also consider installing your spa pool in a place that is a little more protected from the elements.
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