Question:
What do I REALLY need to know about the hot tub cover? Are there really
"better" ones that will save me a ton on my electric bill? Am I going
to have to replace the cover again in a few years, regardless of what I
buy this time?
Answer:
Took a look at your link and it looks pretty questionable and flimsy to
me. I bought a replacement one from a company in Texas about 3 years
ago for around $325 I think. Don't remember the name, but sure you
can find them online. They make it to your measurements and you can
get it extra thick for more energy effieciency if you want.
Mine was well made, very durable and fit well. However, it is now
starting to get slightly heavier, so it is obviously starting to get
water absorption too. At this rate, looks like it may need to be
replaced again at 5-6 years life. Not sure what the typical life is.
The original lasted about 15 years. However the first 10, it was
used inside, which I believe makes a big difference. The main failure
seems to be that like yours, they get water logged. I'm no expert,
buy you would think they could seal these up better so that would not
happen. I am a long time Spa owner and when it was time to replace yet another
foam filled traditional hot tub cover I decided to take a look on the
web for some new ideas or maybe a good deal on a cover. If you do a
simple hot tub cover Google search you will surely come across the
SPACAP by Another Company.
