Hot Tub Energy Audit Checklist
A practical owner audit to find where your spa may be wasting energy.
Serving Santa Rosa & surrounding communities
Owner Energy Audit Steps
Mechanical and setup checks
- Inspect cover condition and seal quality. Cover failures are a top source of avoidable hot tub energy loss.
- Check filter cleanliness and circulation behavior. Poor flow can force longer heating cycles and lower efficiency.
- Confirm mode/setpoint align with actual usage. Matching controls to your routine prevents unnecessary standby heating.
Environment and habits review
- Evaluate wind exposure and placement shielding. Wind-heavy sites often benefit from simple barriers or layout adjustments.
- Reduce unnecessary open-lid idle time. Shorter lid-open periods preserve heat and reduce reheating demand.
- Track monthly usage and cost trend for changes. Trend tracking makes it easier to spot efficiency regressions early.
Video Tutorial
Video: Energy consumption breakdown to help frame an owner audit.
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Next Step
If your audit shows persistent inefficiency, schedule local service for a deeper efficiency diagnosis.