Moving house or redesigning your garden? If you own a spa, hiring a professional hot tub moving service is absolutely essential. Hot tubs are bulky, delicate, and expensive—making DIY moves risky, time-consuming, and often far more costly in the long run. Even with extra helping hands, without the right specialist equipment, it’s easy to damage your spa or seriously injure yourself.
Here’s how professional movers make relocating your spa safe, efficient, and stress-free.
Why You Need a Hot Tub Moving Service
1. Safety for You and Your Spa
- Hot tubs can weigh over 300kg empty
- Mishandling can damage the shell, plumbing, or electrics
- Lifting incorrectly risks serious back and joint injuries
2. Specialised Equipment and Expertise
- Spa dolly systems, skates, and lifting frames
- Tailored straps and protective materials
- Experienced crews trained in spa logistics and manoeuvring through tight spaces
3. Protects Your Property
- Avoids damage to patios, decking, doors, and walls
- Professional planning of entry and exit routes
- Full insurance coverage in case of unexpected issues
When to Hire a Hot Tub Mover
A hot tub moving service is essential if:
- You’re moving to a new home
- You’re redoing your patio or landscaping
- You’ve sold or bought a second-hand hot tub
- You need to reposition your spa for better views, privacy, or usability
What’s Included in the Service?
At Total Hot Tubs, our relocation service includes:
- Pre-move site assessment (in person or via photos)
- Safe disconnection and drainage of the spa
- Transport using purpose-built trailers and lifting gear
- Repositioning and reconnection (where applicable)
- Optional cleaning, servicing, and system check-up
Explore full details on our Hot Tub Moving Service page.
How to Prepare for a Hot Tub Move
- Clear the access path: Remove bins, furniture, and obstacles
- Disconnect power supply: Ensure spa is turned off and isolated
- Drain the tub fully: Including internal pipes and pumps
- Inform movers of any tight spots, slopes, or uneven ground
Our trained team will take care of the rest!
Why Choose Total Hot Tubs?
- Fully insured, UK-wide hot tub relocation service
- Competitive, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Fast turnaround for both residential and commercial moves
- Specialist care for luxury, swim spas, and delicate models
A professional hot tub moving service saves you time, stress, and the risk of expensive repairs. From small garden repositioning to cross-country transport, it’s a task best left to the experts.
Contact Total Hot Tubs for a quote today—and let us handle the heavy lifting while you focus on enjoying your spa.
Contact Us
📞 Phone: 0800 999 8707
📧 Email: info@totalhottubs.co.uk
🌐 Website: Hot Tub Moving Service
FAQs
Q1: How much does it cost to move a hot tub?
A1: Prices typically start from £250, depending on access, distance, and the spa’s size. Costs may increase if cranes or specialist lifting equipment are required for particularly difficult access points. Always request a detailed quote to avoid hidden surprises and ensure the price includes transport, handling, and insurance.
Q2: Can you move a hot tub through a house or tight alley?
A2: Yes. With professional planning, spa dollies, lifting frames, and protective padding, most tricky spaces can be managed. Our team assesses access routes in advance and recommends solutions if extra equipment, like a crane, is necessary. This prevents damage to your property while ensuring a smooth, safe move.
Q3: How long does the move take?
A3: Most relocations take 2–3 hours, though factors like distance, access restrictions, and additional services (such as cleaning or reconnection) can extend this to half a day. Larger spas or long-distance moves may take longer, but careful scheduling keeps disruption to a minimum.
