Hot tubs are prominent fixtures of whatever home they end up being part of — they are a place where you and family or friends can gather, relax, and warm up even on a cold night.
When it is finally time to get rid of your hot tub, though, you can run into some problems: namely, how in the world you’re supposed to get such a massive thing out of your backyard.
Before you start making plans for hot tub removal, here are a few things to decide on that will help you decide what exactly your course should be:
- Is your hot tub in working order? You may, of course, be looking into hot tub removal because your hot tub has completely broken down or stopped working in some key way. However, if you are looking at hot tub removal for other reasons (more space, lifestyle changes, or an upgrade, for instance), you might want to look into selling or donating your hot tub. This can be by making a Craigslist listing, contacting a local charity, or simply giving it to friends and family.
- Is it recyclable? Hot tubs are made of many materials, many of which are likely to be recyclable. Check with your local recycling facility to see if your particular model of hot tub is able to be recycled.
- Is it just junk? If your hot tub isn’t able to be given away to anyone and can’t be recycled, then all that’s left to do is get a hauling service to disconnect it and haul it away.
By running through these questions, the daunting process of hot tub removal can become more manageable.