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Hot tubs are heavy objects. When you combine the weight of the tub itself, the water, and the people in it, you can be looking at upwards of 6,000 lbs.<\/p>\n

That’s why it’s critical that you have a base that can support the hot tub safely<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

There’s an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to hot tub bases. But not all of them will work for every site\u2014or every hot tub.<\/p>\n

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We’ll run you through all the most common base types, their pros and cons, and what kind of situations each one will work best for. We will also look at how to install each type of base, and compare them on ease of installation, cost, aesthetics, and long-term durability.<\/p>\n

Best in most cases: Concrete<\/h2>\n

Cost for 8’x8′ spa base:<\/strong> $400-$500 (around $8 per square foot)<\/p>\n

A concrete pad is one of the most common types of hot tub base. This is what most manufacturers or hot tub stores will recommend.<\/p>\n

Concrete is a strong and durable choice for a hot tub base, but it is permanent. You’ll need to hire contractors to install the pad (unless you\u2019re handy enough to do this yourself) and be comfortable with the fact that your hot tub’s location won’t be able to change easily once it’s in place.<\/p>\n

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Depending on where you live, you may also need a permit to install a concrete slab, as it considered a permanent change to your property.<\/p>\n

How to build a concrete pad for a hot tub<\/h3>\n

For most DIY concrete slabs, the best material to use is a ready-mix crack-resistant concrete mix like QUIKRETE.<\/p>\n

A concrete base for a spa should be around 4 inches thick. This means that for an 8’x8′ spa pad, you’ll need enough concrete to fill 21.33 cubic feet (that\u2019s 36 80-lb bags of QUIKRETE).<\/strong><\/p>\n

The first step is to build a frame made from 2-by-4 lumber. You can also add a grid of Size #3 Rebar for extra stability and to stop any cracks from widening, which is recommended, but not strictly necessary. You can see an example of that here:<\/p>\n

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