Electrical & Safety
HOT TUB INSTALLATIONS
YOUR HOT TUB INSTALL
Prefab
VS.
Custom In-Ground Hot Tubs
At Legacy Hot Tubs, we’re committed to excellence in everything that we do. That’s why we provide our customers with all the information needed to create a safe, lasting hot tub installation.
Did you know that in most states and cities, prefabricated, above-ground hot tubs under a certain capacity and size do not require a building permit?
In fact, you likely won’t need a building permit if you are installing an average-size above-ground (portable) hot tub. Although, it’s important to keep in mind that this changes if you are having a hot tub custom-built, or are installing an in-ground hot tub. In that case, you will need a building permit to proceed.
ELECTRICAL 101
Electrical Safety
Even if you are planning to install a prefabricated above-ground hot tub, you will still need to adhere to your local code enforcement offices for electrical codes.
For example, you need to have an electrician check your electrical sources to make sure there is no risk of electrical shock.
SAFETY AND PERMITS
State Specific Requirements
- Distance from the property line: In states such as Florida, California and You’ll need to set you hot tub at least five feet from your property lines.
- Safety barriers: Some states require that hot tubs be protected by safety barriers or locking covers to prevent accidental drowning
- A choice of safety measures: In Florida, residential hot tub owners must implement at least one of several safety measures. These include things like an exit alarm, a locking hot tub cover and a safety barrier that is at least four feet in height.
- Distance from power lines: In Florida it is required that you do not place a hot tub underneath over head power lines. If the power lines fall directly down to the ground, you should have your hot tub placed at least ten feet away from the drop zone. This only applies to power lines and does not apply to cable or phone lines.
