Of course, that means keeping the spa thermostat cranked up so it’s ready to go.

It’s actually a pretty simple device that goes in between the suction point and the heater. Should it ever need to be replaced, it’ll probably run you about $22-$79 if you can do it youself, quite a bit more if you’re not so good with “do it youself” stuff (I know I’m not).

It consists of three main parts:

• A Rotating Control
• Thermostat Knob
• Capillary Tube

Of course, that all seems pretty “old school” to me. If you’ve been reading this site at all, you know my love for high technology and automation.

And yes, that applies to spas as well. I was only able to find one that doesn’t cost a vast fortune, but there are now internet controlled hot tubs!

Vita Spa makes them using their Spa-Linc system.

That means you don’t have to keep your thermostat set at comfortable levels at all times and you don’t have to go outside to crank it up when you are ready to use it.

This is especially cool if you have a condo or vacation home. You can hop online before you leave or use your cell phone to use the Internet controls to crank up the heat so your hot tub is ready to go as soon as you get there but you can keep it at minimum levels while you’re not there to save money on the heating costs (which can be substantial in a cool climate).