Where to put the tub?

[Indyzav]

Finally decided and put deposit on the Marquis Resort after wet testing. Now we need to make a spot for it. We have a great little nook in the back of our house that offers maximum privacy, is close to our electrical panel and faucet. Would like to put a patio in with stamped concrete. There are three windows in close proximity to the tub. Is there a general rule of thumb for how close you can place to a house? It will be four feet from the house. I had a contractor tell me it shouldn't be too close but four feet seems ample. Thoughts?

[Dr. Spa™ Ret.]

no less than 1/32"

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 You can go as close as you want but it is nice to leave a bit of space so you can clean leaves and what not behind it.  Really up to you!

 For Doc....   Go Seahawks!!

[Hottubguy]

Agree with Jim's assessment. I would leave a bit of room to clean behind it. If you need help with placemant you can always give me a call.

Matt

[Tman122]

Also keep in mind that most electrical codes require 5' from the disconnect to the tub. I like to use the best view to help me decide location.

[rosewoodsteel]

You may want to consider future maintenance to your house, as well.   For example, if you are too close to your house it might be hard to get a ladder set up for painting, etc.

[rin-spa-aic]

Four feet is good, that's just a little less than the distance from my door my tub's steps.

Physically mine is about 2' from my house. You can't beat the convenience!
http://www.whatsthebest-hottub.com/forum/index.php/topic,17266.0.html

Had to make sure the disconnect ended up 5' or whatever code was. If it were up to me it would be closer. 

To rosewoodsteel's point I do now have a challenge getting a ladder to the gutters on that corner of the house.