thanks for the reply here - those pavers are actually cemented very nicely/tightly together - i am not sure I am going to be able to remove them on my own and unfortunately, don't have anyone handy that can do it nearby. it sounds like I'd be safer with adding a spa pad into the grass and putting it on top of there? it's so hard for me to tell because some of them are just slightly raised, when I eyeball it, seems like it would be evened out pretty well, but spending over 5k on the tub, would like it to last. theres a few in the middle that are slightly raised and it evens out on the outsides, its under an inch all around.
is there any sense in laying gravel over the top of the pavers or any other suggestions? the outlet is going right where those pavers are, so thats why im trying to have it placed there, there is a power box near by - totally looking forward to the lake views and the tub! thanks for the help!