How long do hot tub circulation pumps last?

5-10 years
Circulation pumps tend to last 5-10 years, although your mileage may vary.

How important is a circulation pump in a hot tub?

The Circ Pump ensures that your water is moving and clean. While you can still purchase a hot tub without a Circ Pump, our hot tub experts at The Spa and Sauna Company recommend that you purchase a hot tub with some sort of filtration system. Hot Tubs without a Circ Pump often use a two-speed pump.

Does a hot tub circulation pump run all the time?

Many modern spas are designed so the water is circulated continuously, 24 hours a day. If your spa functions on an automatic timer, it will kick on based on the spa’s thermostat, stopping when the set temperature is reached. Some automatic modes will run the pump continuously on low speed.

How much does a hot tub circulation pump cost?

Hot tub pump and motor replacement cost ranges from $200 to $1,200, depending on the type. Circulation models run $200 to $500, not including installation. The cost to replace hot tub pump with two speeds is $750 to $1,200.

How do I know if my hot tub has a circulation pump?

Not every hot tub is equipped with a circulation pump, some have 2-speed pumps instead. To identify if your model has a circulation pump, look at the number of Amps on the label. If it is under 1.5 Amps, it is a circulation pump.

Should you leave your hot tub on all the time?

One question we sometimes get asked is should I leave my hot tub on all the time? The answer is yes! Hot tubs are designed to be left on permanently and this is how they work best. Of course, they’ll need to be drained regularly but for the most part, they are left on 24/7.

Can you turn off a hot tub when it is not in use?

While the hot tub is not in use, you can turn off the therapy pumps/jets using the control panel. This will save electricity. If the hot tub is turned off for extended periods while water sits within, algae and other particles will spread and cause the water to become cloudy, and dangerous to spend time in.

How do you test a circulation pump on a hot tub?

When your hot tub pump is dead… Check that your power is on, the breaker or GFCI test button are not tripped, all valves are in the open position. Follow the circ pump plumbing, and look for any kinks in the hose. Pull out the cartridge filter to see if flow improves and the circulation pump is doing better.

What kind of pump for hot tub?

Hot Tub Pump (JA75A)

How does a hot tub pump work?

Your hot tub relies on a circulating pump to keep the water moving throughout the circulation system. This pump draws water from the tub, pumps it through the strainer, filter and heater, then shoots it back into the tub through the jets. Many tub owners periodically drain and refill the tub.

What is hot tub heat pump?

A hot tub is completely useless without the pump. The principle behind a hot tub is that water is pulled through intakes and passes through a heater before coming out of jets, piping hot, to the enjoyment of the occupants. Without the pump to move the water, it cannot be heated.

What is hot tub pump?

Every hot tub needs a pump that can power the jets and circulate the water. This means it needs both high and low speeds, which are measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). When a single pump can switch between high and low speeds, it’s called a variable-speed or two-speed pump.