Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Indyzav on January 18, 2014, 05:35:55 pm
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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?
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no less than 1/32"
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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!!
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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
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.