The Benefits of Hot Tubbing Outdoors – Hot Tubs Golden Valley, St. Louis Park, MN

Wednesday, January 22nd, 2014

When temperatures are mild, most people spend a considerable amount of time outside. Whether it’s taking a walk after dinner, washing the car or simply lounging on the front porch, outdoor time is frequent. But when the temperature drops, it’s more difficult to get outside and fresh air is limited to the few seconds we spend moving from our vehicles to indoors.

Over a long winter season, lack of fresh air and sunshine impacts mood, leaving many of us grumpy and miserable. Don’t suffer another day when you don’t have to. Here’s how to beat “winter blues” and some other benefits of hot tubbing outdoors.

Elevate Mood - There’s no question, using a hot tub when you’re grumpy can lift your spirits. Now add the open air and it’s almost impossible not to feel instantly rejuvenated. Hot tubbing in the great outdoors (even if it’s the backyard) is one of the easiest ways to elevate a sour mood. With heated massage, aches and pains are a distant memory and stress melts away, leaving the sound of rippling water and the sensation of cold air and hot skin. A twenty-minute dip is all you need to beat the blues.

Mental Relaxation - Spending time outdoors has a tremendous positive impact on one’s mental state of mind. A few minutes communing with nature and you have a clear mind. It’s an opportunity to become more focused, making it easier to prioritize. In fact, using a hot tub outdoors is one of the most effective ways to foster creativity and innovation. This is the quiet serenity you need to come up with a better plan, a newer strategy and a fail proof solution to all that you do.

Boost Immunity - Believe it or not, lounging in your hot tub outside may be the perfect way to stave off the winter flu and there’s evidence to support the idea that just being in nature can actually boost immunity. Scientists note that spending time around trees and bushes increases exposure to phytoncides, which increases immune function, helping you stay healthier longer. While there are many possibilities, one very obvious reason has to do with decreased stress. The less stress you feel, the healthier you are and the less likely you are to get sick.

Winter time hot tubbing in the great outdoors is an experience everyone should have the pleasure to enjoy. After all, nature, in all of its glory, helps us feel calm, elevates our mood and keeps us at peace regardless of the weather. Let the stress go and take a dip outside to feel great!

Hot Tubs Golden Valley, St. Louis Park, MN

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com


‘Tis the Season to Relax: Enjoying the Hot Tub – Hot Tubs Hudson, Portable Spas River Fall

Monday, December 23rd, 2013

What is it about the holiday season that gets us so stressed out? Is it the planning and coordinating? Family responsibilities? The family? It seems no matter how hard we try, tension, pressure and anxiety sneak in every year, dragging us down and putting a damper on what should be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing times of the year. Take a different spin this year and make it the season to relax. Here’s how to enjoy an in-home hot tub for some well deserved pre-holiday bliss.

Plan a “Date Night” - Whether you have kids or not, when is the last time you and your significant other actually spent a quality evening together? If you’re having trouble placing the date, then you’re more than over due for a date night. Sure, money is tight with the holidays coming and it’s not so easy to plan a fun evening without it costing an arm and a leg. That’s where the hot tub comes in. Imagine a romantic dinner followed by a relaxing and soothing dip in the hot tub for some intimate R&R. Date night doesn’t always have to involve a fancy restaurant or expensive outing. In fact, without the hassle of driving, parking and fighting traffic, the night is already a success.

Take Some “Me” Time - You are not alone if you have a demanding schedule. Everyone has deadlines and commitments and with the holidays almost here, things are getting busier than ever. Smart people have learned to balance life with relaxation by taking that “me” time every chance they get. The truth is, by giving yourself a break, you end up being more productive in the end. Plan to use the hot tub for twenty minutes at the end of the work day or as an easy transition from awake to sleep before bed. Soaking in the warm water and relaxing with personalized massage gives your mind and body the chance to rest, refresh and recharge.

Make it a Family Affair - Too often, when our lives get busy, it’s easy to forget to make family time a priority. Before the holiday madness emerges, plan to set aside some time in the evenings or on a weekend to relax with the ones you love. Enjoying a hot tub together is one of the easiest ways to engage teenagers in meaningful conversation and get the whole family laughing and having a good time. With no distractions from cell phones, television or computers, it’s easier than ever to stay connected with those who mean the most to you.

This holiday season, make it more about relaxation and less about stress and pressure. Spend some quality time, with the one you love, soaking in the hot tub for a special night in, grab that important “me” time you deserve and enjoy undistracted conversation with the whole family. Soaking in the warmth and comfort of an in-home hot tub is the perfect way to start the season off right.

Hot Tubs Hudson, Portable Spas River Falls, WI

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

Hot Tubs Hudson, Portable Spas River Falls, WI – Beat Insomnia With a Soak in the Hot Tub

Monday, December 16th, 2013

It’s three in the morning and you have a busy day tomorrow, but you just can’t seem to stop tossing and turning. It’s impossible to get comfortable. Sound familiar? The truth is, you’re not alone if you experience sleep-related troubles at least a couple of times a month. In fact, studies confirm that as many as one out of every four workers in the United States suffer from insomnia. That’s a lot of time spent tossing and not a lot of time spent sleeping. The good news is, you can beat insomnia and do it naturally with a fifteen minute soak in the hot tub. Here’s how:

Ease the Transition Into a Deeper Sleep - When the body falls asleep, it typically goes through different stages. The first stage is a light sleep, which leads to a deep, sound sleep, called REM sleep. The REM stage is important because this is where the body restores energy, repairs and nourishes itself. Often, even if you manage to drift off, it’s difficult to make the transition from light sleep to deep sleep. Using a hot tub is an easy way to help the body move into REM sleep. It has to do with a drop in body temperature which alerts the brain that deep sleep is coming. Soaking in a hot tub causes body temperature to rise. When you get out of the water and prepare for bed, temperature drops, easing the transition into a deep sleep.

Calm the Brain, Relax the Mind - Too often, part of the reason many of us toss and turn at night is because we simply can’t stop replaying the events of the day in our head. Whether it was an unusually difficult conversation, a missed opportunity or a high stress situation, not being able to shut the mind down causes the body to stay alert. Sitting in warm, relaxing water is soothing physically as well as mentally, creating calm and peace to slow your thoughts, and finally get the rest you need.

Relax Sore, Stiff Muscles - Sometimes it’s difficult to sleep - not because of a racing mind, but because of pain. Whether it’s arthritis, a stiff neck from stress or chronic back pain, it’s nearly impossible to get a good night’s rest when you can’t find relief. Luckily, a quick twenty-minute soak prior to going to bed is an all-natural and safe way to relax sore muscles and joints. With targeted massage, it’s easy to direct high-powered jets precisely where pain is the worst, bringing instant relief and comfort.

Insomnia isn’t rare or something most of us don’t have to worry about. Millions of people suffer from a lack of sleep, resulting in physical and emotional problems that can jeopardize performance at work and at home. Using a hot tub is a safe, natural way to induce the deep, restorative sleep that we need to look and feel our best. A twenty-minute soak before bed and drifting off to a good night’s sleep has never been easier.

Hot Tubs Hudson, Portable Spas River Falls, WI

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free buyer’s guide, “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub.” Just go to: http://www.HotSpringGreen.com


Award Winning Hot Tub Store: Des Moines, Carroll, Arnold’s Park, Lake Elmo, Plymouth

Wednesday, December 11th, 2013

This week I spent some time researching some photos and documents of Hot Spring Spa Dealer Award Winners. As I searched, it dawned on me that we take the awards we've received for granted. We should be proud of these awards and brag about them to everyone that will listen! 

You see, Hot Spring Spas are made by Watkins Manufacturing, part of the MASCO (MAS) Corporation. It is a Fortune 500(#336) company known for such products as Weiser Locks, Delta Faucets, Behr Paints, and many other products for the home. Watkins Manufacturing builds more hot tubs every year than any other company in the world, with over 1,000,000 spas sold to date! To be honored by such a great manufacturer means we're doing things the right way.

We took on Hot Spring Spas in 1984, so this will be our 30th anniversary with them! We alone have more than 20,000 customers; primarily in Iowa and Minnesota. The awards we've received vary from Regional Dealer of the Year and a Perseverance Award to our proudest accomplishment, the Locksin Thompson Award. This is given yearly to the dealer chosen as the best of the best from over 500 dealers worldwide. 

We're quite proud of these accomplishments, so let me take a moment to boast:

  • 2000: Region 7 Dealer of the Year Award
  • 2001: Locksin Thompson Dealer of the Year Award
  • 2002: Region 7 Dealer of the Year Award
  • 2003: Marketing and Promotion Award
  • 2005: Region 9 Dealer of the Year Award
  • 2006: Region 7 Dealer of the Year
  • 2007: Region 9 Dealer of the Year Award 
  • 2008: Region 9 Dealer of the Year Award
  • 2009: Perseverance Award
  • 2010: Region 7 Dealer of the Year
  • 2011: Region No Boundaries Award
  • 2012: Region 16 Dealer of the Year Award 
  • 2013: ??????

Thanks for letting me get that off my chest. It takes a tremendous staff and the support of great customers for us to be in this position. We are thankful every day to have both! 

Thank You!



Hot Spring Spas Of Minneapolis Receives 2013 Best of Minnetonka Award

Wednesday, December 11th, 2013


Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Hot Spring Spas Of Minneapolis Receives 2013 Best of Minnetonka Award

Minnetonka Award Program Honors the Achievement

MINNETONKA December 4, 2013 -- Hot Spring Spas Of Minneapolis has been selected for the 2013 Best of Minnetonka Award in the Swimming Pool Contractors category by the Minnetonka Award Program.

Each year, the Minnetonka Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Minnetonka area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2013 Minnetonka Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Minnetonka Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Minnetonka Award Program

The Minnetonka Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Minnetonka area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Minnetonka Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community's contributions to the U.S. economy.

SOURCE: Minnetonka Award Program

CONTACT:

Minnetonka Award Program

Email: PublicRelations@awardredemption.org

URL: http://www.awardredemption.org

Saunas Fairmont, Sauna Sale Worthington, IA – Using Saunas to Improve Health: Beyond Detox

Wednesday, November 27th, 2013

For years, people have been suggesting that dry heat saunas are the answer to eliminating harmful chemicals and bacteria from the skin. A good sweat is a healthy sweat and using a sauna to maximize the body’s natural detoxification process is easy and safe. But are there any other advantages that come from relaxing in the warmth of a sauna?

Get Heart Healthy: Cardiovascular Benefits - You might be surprised to learn that fifteen minutes in a sauna can actually be great for the heart. And there is plenty of evidence to support the idea that using one daily can result in significant cardiovascular benefits.

Heat stimulates the body in much the same way as light cardiovascular exercise. As core body temperature rises, capillaries dilate, which increases blood flow, giving the heart a mild workout. In fact, using a sauna can positively impact a number of cardiac conditions by decreasing blood pressure and improving oxygen intake.

Weight Control - These days, who isn’t looking to enhance a workout for optimized weight loss? Sitting in a sauna promotes sweat and is a simple strategy that adds tremendous value to weight loss effort. After a tough workout, why not add a little more. After all, there’s a reason why professional athletes in training use saunas to “cut weight” - expelling salt and excess water from the body.

It may just be the answer to losing those final five pounds. While you may not be gearing up for a heavy weight champion of the world title match, you could probably benefit from a few less pounds here or there - and hitting that target has never been easier.

Increased Metabolism - Most of us remember from grade school the purpose of the metabolism - it burns calories and turns food into energy. But as many of us know, with age, metabolic rate decreases, making it increasingly more difficult to maintain a healthy body weight while continuing to eat the foods we enjoy.

In fact, once you reach age 40, it’s almost impossible not to pack on the pounds without changing anything at all. While you can’t stop the aging process, you can use a sauna to jump start your metabolism, helping you more effectively burn calories and maintain the physique you’ve worked hard to get. A healthy, revved up metabolism is the key to burning calories quickly, staying fit and trim and feeling great.

A sauna is a terrific way to detox, eliminating harmful bacteria and other contaminants from the body for improved performance and overall health. But don’t discount the other health benefits that can come from fifteen relaxing minutes. Improve cardiovascular health, enhance a weight loss strategy and rev up that metabolism for optimized fitness and a svelte physique.

Saunas Fairmont, IA - Sauna Sale Worthington, IA

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn more about saunas and how they can help improve overall health and well-being are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free report “Sauna Buying Made Easy: What You Need to Know Before You Buy.” Just visit the company website for more information http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free report “To learn more, pick up a copy of our free report “Sauna Buying Made Easy”. Just give us a call at 515-270-8702 or go to http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

Saunas Fairmont, Sauna Sale Worthington, IA – Healthy, Glowing Skin Begins With Fifteen Mi

Wednesday, November 20th, 2013

Beautiful skin is the fountain of youth. A rosy glow and a clear, clean complexion is simply ageless. However, despite our best efforts to maintain our body’s biggest organ, toxins and other stresses in the environment can diminish that youthful appearance we work so hard to keep.

The fact is, toxins are everywhere, from the food we eat to the water we drink, even in the air we breathe. While there is no way to completely avoid the harmful influences that make their way into our daily lives, using a sauna a few times a week can restore a youthful, healthy glow.

Sweat it Out - It may not be very glamorous, but sweating is the body’s natural defense. Basically, it cools you down when you’re overheated, gets rid of waste and keeps your skin clean and clear. Whether we like it or not, a good sweat is a healthy way to ensure glowing skin, pushing dead cells and bacteria out through the pores. But unless you plan on exercising day and night, it’s tough to break a sweat. Luckily, it’s easy to maximize the body’s greatest natural detoxification method with fifteen minutes in the sauna.

Intense heat promotes a good, heavy sweat, which helps the body more efficiently eliminate chemicals, bacteria and other harmful substances. Most of us sweat throughout the course of the day, but relax in the sauna, and the entire day’s effort can be accomplished in just 15 minutes.

Relax the Body, De-Stress the Skin - There’s no denying when you feel anxious and stressed it shows on your skin. The face is the first place to show signs of tension and pressure as crow’s feet and forehead wrinkles deepen, smile lines become more pronounced and the rosy glow fades to yellow. Sitting in the sauna for 15 minutes calms and relaxes the body, which loosens muscles, weakens lines and adds life to a sallow, overstressed appearance. The perfect way to unwind, a relaxing few minutes in the sauna and you’ll emerge tension-free and ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.

Increase Blood Circulation to the Skin - The skin is the largest organ in the human body and it needs fresh oxygen and blood to stay healthy, supple and strong. When you use a sauna, the intense heat dilates capillaries, which increases blood flow. As a result, it’s much easier for nutrient rich oxygen to be delivered to the skin. The outcome? A fresh, revitalized appearance that looks healthy, vibrant and young.

Great skin doesn’t have to come only from genetics. It’s easy to have a youthful and revitalized appearance simply by spending 15 minutes relaxing in the warmth of a sauna. For anytime rejuvenation and an instant glow, let the sauna maximize your body’s natural detoxification process with a good old-fashioned sweat.

Saunas Fairmont, IA - Sauna Sale Worthington, IA

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn more about saunas and how they can help improve overall health and well-being are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free report “Sauna Buying Made Easy: What You Need to Know Before You Buy.” Just visit the company website for more information http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free report “Sauna Buying Made Easy”. Just give us a call at 515-270-8702 or go to http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

Store Closing- Minnetonka- Twin Cities-Minneapolis

Wednesday, October 30th, 2013

Thanks to all of our customers that have supported our Minnetonka showroom over the years. We will be closing the doors at that location for good on November 27th. We will be moving to a new, larger location in the area with a planned opening set for January 15th, 2014! Our new location will be more convenient and much larger. We'll be able to show a larger variety of products including many of our pre-owned spas, which are very popular! 

We appreciate your patience with us during our transition. We will still be offering sales and service from our LAke Elmo location without interruption. If you're in need of supplies, we'll be able to ship them directly to your home. We will have discounts on all supplies at both Twin Cities locations through the 27th, so it's a great time to stock up for the winter!

We will keep you posted on our website and Facebook when we can announce our new location. If you'd like to be included in our email club, please let us know! 

Thanks for your patience!


Three Ways Using a Sauna Can Create Clear Skin – Saunas Spirit Lake, Sauna Sale Esthervill

Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013

The health benefits of using a sauna are well known. From easing aches and pains to reducing stress, even helping to induce a better night’s sleep, the advantages of sitting and relaxing in a sauna are undisputed. 

However, how about for skin care? Can the heat and steam from a sauna actually restore vitality and improve the condition of the skin? Here are three ways using a sauna can encourage beautiful, clear skin.

Open the Pores For a Deep Clean - Most of us know how important it is to keep our skin clean and clear. Yet despite our best efforts, just living every day adds a significant amount of dirt and debris to a freshly washed face and body. Toxins collect underneath the skin causing pimples, blackheads and other issues, leaving us forever searching for stronger cleansers and antibacterial solutions. Luckily, using a sauna is an easy way to get that deep cleansing you need to keep the skin clean and vibrant. A few minutes is all it takes for the body’s pores to open, releasing harmful bacteria and contaminants that would normally be trapped under the skin. Sweating is an all natural and completely healthy way to deep clean without harsh cleansers or astringents.

Promote New Cell Growth…Naturally - One of the ways we stay looking young and fresh is by producing new skin cells. The skin naturally replaces its cells every so often, but can look even better if that process is accelerated. Over-the-counter scrubs and even chemicals designed to “promote cell rejuvenation” are often harmful and can damage new cell growth, resulting in the exact opposite of a fresh, vibrant complexion. A sauna is an all-natural way to promote cell growth, stimulating production through intense heat and sweating. As sweating occurs, old layers of skin are removed and new cells begin to form beneath.

Provide Nutrients and Replenish Skin - To stay healthy and strong, the skin needs nutrients just like any other organ in the body, yet it’s often robbed of essential vitamins and minerals as a result of hard living. Using a sauna can restore the skin’s elasticity and suppleness by ensuring it receives the right amount of nutrients easily. As you sweat, fluid rushes to the skin, bringing along with it a nutrient rich liquid which fills the space around each cell. Essential to maintaining the collagen structure of the skin, these nutrients build up the cells, decreasing breakdown that often results in sagging or wrinkled skin.

Beautiful skin is as easy as relaxing in a sauna. Not just for easing aches and pains, sitting in the heat and warmth of a sauna is a proven method for getting the radiant skin you’ve always wanted. Open the pores and cleanse without harsh chemicals, promote new cell growth and bring the essential nutrients your skin needs to stay healthy and strong.

Saunas Spirit Lake, Sauna Sale Estherville, IA

To help people understand how hydrotherapy can help improve overall health and well-being, we will provide free hot tub test soaks in our 5 locations during the entire month. We want to encourage local consumers to check out the benefits of a relaxing soak in an energy efficient hot tub for themselves.

Consumers wanting to learn more about saunas and how they can help improve overall health and well-being are encouraged to pick up a copy of our free report “Sauna Buying Made Easy: What You Need to Know Before You Buy.” Just visit the company website for more information http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

About Hot Spring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa

HotSpring Spas of Minnesota and Iowa offer a large selection of new and used hot tubs and saunas for sale and a variety of hot tub, sauna, repairs, parts, and accessories. We are Minnesota's and Iowa’s premier source for Hot Spring Spas and Hot Tubs, Saunatec and Finnleo Saunas, A & B Backyard Accessories, and proudly carry the SilkBalance for Spas water treatment system. To learn more, pick up a copy of our free report “7 Critical Questions You Must Ask Before You Buy a Hot Tub”. Just give us a call at 515-270-8702 or go to http://www.HotSpringGreen.com

Spa Expo: Why we won’t be there- Hot Tub Sale Des Moines, Clive, Urbandale, IA

Thursday, October 17th, 2013

The Spa Expo: Why we won’t be there


We get asked all the time by our customers, potential hot tub buyers, friends and even our moms:

“Are you going to be at the big Spa Expo this weekend?”

And we understand why they ask– the hot tub expo does a ton of advertising saying “Multiple Brands competing for your business.” And it would make sense that we would be at an event where there are multiple hot tub brands, right!?


Multiple Brands not present at the Hot Tub and Swim Spa Expo


But we’re not at these Spa Expos because there is actually only one brand represented.Household name-brands like Hot Spring, Caldera, Sundance, Jacuzzi, D-1, Maax Spas and Marquis aren't going to be there. The hot tub expo gets away with advertising multiple brands because the manufacturer carries a few different lines of hot tubs & spas. But they all come from the same place– and one hot tub retailer represents them all.

Besides the misrepresentation of multiple brands, here are a few things we've learned about these Hot Tub and Swim Spa Expos from customers & friends who have visited:

No chance to try out the hot tubs

Because this is a one weekend only event, the convention center will be filled with hot tubs and swim spas brought in to be sold immediately.You’ll be offered a chance to sit in some of the hot tubs that are on display, but they aren't going to be filled with water (and who wants to strip down into a bathing suit in an expo center full of people anyway!?) Just like when purchasing a car, it is important to “wet-test” a hot tub before you buy. You never know how the jets are going to feel until you test it out. And if you’re on the taller or shorter end, you want to make sure the water depth is just right.

While you might be able to order the custom colors you want, more than likely the sales team will be pushing the models they have on display so that they clear our their inventory immediately.

High-Pressure Sales Reps

The sales reps at the Spa Expos are brought in specifically for the event. They are experienced show sales people, and are trained to get the sale on the spot (if they don’t close the deal that weekend, they don’t get commission) They are high-pressure and want you to make a decision immediately.

We think that it’s best to take your time when considering adding a hot tub to your home. It’s an investment that will make a great addition to your backyard or interior room & you want to be sure you’re picking the right brand. We even suggests scheduling a backyard consultation before you take delivery.

Be Informed

If you do end up going to a Spa Expo in your local area here are some good questions to ask the hot tub company:

1. Do you Operate a Showroom in my local area? And how long have you been in business?

2. Who do I call for a service or repair issue?

3. What is your cancellation policy?

And more.. Check out some great questions in our Hot Tub Buyer’s Guide before you go to the Hot Tub Expo!

Happy Hot tub Shopping! And please stop by one of our 5 Iowa and Minnesota Showrooms if you’re in our local area!

This blog post is courtesy of our friends at Spring Dance Hot Tubs in the Philadelphia area. Big thanks to Rebekah!