Articles about Spa

Essential Electrical Grounding for Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs

By Dave Rongey

What is the right way to Ground Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs? I am installing a packaged above-ground spa. I have a 50amp breaker in my panel feeding a GFI disconnect panel near the spa.

Tags: bonding ground wire, Electrical, ground wire for hot tub, Grounding, hot tub, how to electrical wiring, spa, swimming pool

Adding an Outside Light for a Spa or Hot Tub

By Dave Rongey

How to Add a Light Fixture for a Hot Tub or Spa and Make sure it is Not a Shock Hazard

Tags: gfci circuit, hot tub wiring, outside light circuit, spa wiring

Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.