Guide to Hot Tub and Jacuzzi Removal
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So it’s time for your backyard hot tub to go. Maybe after a life of warm, bubbly comforts it has finally reached its end. Or maybe it has sat broken and unused in your yard ever since you purchased your house. Whatever your reason, know that dismantling a hot tub is no small business. While it’s possible to perform your own DIY hot tub removal, it might be best to avoid complications by simply typing in “junk removal services near me” and letting Google do the rest. Nevertheless, if you want to take matters into your own hands, here’s how you can remove and discard your hot tub on your own.
Note that if you’re looking to move your hot tub to a new home, you’ll need to hire professionals. Taking apart the tub and all its wiring so it can be reassembled is not a task suited for those without experience. But if you’re planning on disposing of it, the process doesn’t have to be quite as complex. The first procedure that all junk removal services would perform is turning off the electricity. Unplug all electrical wiring, heating components, and gas lines. If it makes you feel safer, you can turn off the circuit breaker as well. Remember that water and electricity do not mix well. Always read your hot tub instruction manual to remind yourself of any important pieces. Next, you’ll want to drain and completely dry out your tub. Confused on how to drain a hot tub? Check the manual to see if your hot tub has a drain. You can simply unplug this drain to let the water drain out, or attach a hose to direct the flow of water into an area that won’t be overwhelmed by flooding. If your hot tub does not have a drainage hole, unscrew a hose at its origin and set the other end into the tub to syphon out the water. Use a wet vacuum and towel to completely dry out any remaining puddles. |
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Before completely taking the tub apart, remove the wooden skirt around its edge using basic tools such as a screwdriver and hammer. The skirt is usually joined with screws and can be taken off without any special equipment.
This is where it may be easiest to look up your local junk removal services and let them handle the rest. You’ll need to protect yourself from debris and dust with gloves, safety goggles, sturdy clothing, and a mask. Using a jigsaw or reciprocating saw, cut the hot tub in manageable pieces. Avoid hitting any delicate workings such as the jets. Make sure once again that the hot tub is thoroughly dry; electric saws around water have the potential to become dangerous. In addition, if there’s a concrete base, you may need a sledgehammer to break it up. If this sounds like too big of a job, it’s probably safer to leave the heavy work for professional junk hauling companies.
Once the tub has been completely dismantled, it’s time to find a way to dispose of it. Regardless of whether it’s prohibited in your area, it’s unsafe and pretty much impossible to simply dump it in your city garbage pickup bins. If you have a large truck, you can grab some extra hands and haul the pieces to a nearby dump for easy disposal. You can also rent a large dumpster right at your door.
To make the whole process simple, quick, and seamless, it may be best for you to find a nearby junk hauling company to come drain, saw, and dispose of your old hot tub. Junk removal services will give you a price estimate right off the bat and provide all the tools needed, saving you a trip to the hardware store for a jigsaw. In addition, they will take care of all the bulk junk disposal and heavy lifting involved, including any debris removal.
If you live in the SF Bay Area be sure to call us, Bay Area Junk Hauling (415)-900-4575, and we'll give you a free no obligation estimate right over the phone!
This is where it may be easiest to look up your local junk removal services and let them handle the rest. You’ll need to protect yourself from debris and dust with gloves, safety goggles, sturdy clothing, and a mask. Using a jigsaw or reciprocating saw, cut the hot tub in manageable pieces. Avoid hitting any delicate workings such as the jets. Make sure once again that the hot tub is thoroughly dry; electric saws around water have the potential to become dangerous. In addition, if there’s a concrete base, you may need a sledgehammer to break it up. If this sounds like too big of a job, it’s probably safer to leave the heavy work for professional junk hauling companies.
Once the tub has been completely dismantled, it’s time to find a way to dispose of it. Regardless of whether it’s prohibited in your area, it’s unsafe and pretty much impossible to simply dump it in your city garbage pickup bins. If you have a large truck, you can grab some extra hands and haul the pieces to a nearby dump for easy disposal. You can also rent a large dumpster right at your door.
To make the whole process simple, quick, and seamless, it may be best for you to find a nearby junk hauling company to come drain, saw, and dispose of your old hot tub. Junk removal services will give you a price estimate right off the bat and provide all the tools needed, saving you a trip to the hardware store for a jigsaw. In addition, they will take care of all the bulk junk disposal and heavy lifting involved, including any debris removal.
If you live in the SF Bay Area be sure to call us, Bay Area Junk Hauling (415)-900-4575, and we'll give you a free no obligation estimate right over the phone!
