Hot Tub & Spa Wiring

A spa is a big electrical load sitting in water, which is why code is strict about how it is wired. We install spa circuits that pass inspection and keep your family safe.

What A Code Compliant Spa Circuit Involves

  • A dedicated 50 or 60 amp GFCI protected circuit sized to your spa
  • An outdoor rated disconnect within sight of the spa, at the required distances
  • Correct burial depth and conduit for the underground run
  • Equipotential bonding of the spa shell and nearby metal
  • A permit and inspection, required for spa circuits in LA area jurisdictions

Placement And Planning

The cheapest time to plan spa wiring is before the spa is delivered. Distance from the panel, the trench path, and where the disconnect can legally sit all affect cost. Send us the spa spec sheet and a photo of your panel and yard, and we will quote the run accurately before you commit to a location.

Replacing Or Inheriting A Spa

Bought a home with a spa already wired? Older installs frequently miss GFCI protection or bonding, and a quick inspection tells you where it stands. Swapping an old spa for a new one usually needs circuit changes too, since amperage requirements vary between models.

Good To Know

Frequently Asked Questions

How far does the disconnect have to be from the spa?
Code requires the disconnect within sight of the spa and at least five feet away, with placement rules we handle in the design.
Can a spa plug into a regular outlet?
Only small plug and play units on a dedicated GFCI circuit, and they heat slowly. Full size spas need a hardwired 50 or 60 amp circuit.
Does spa wiring need a permit?
Yes, and the inspection covers safety essentials like GFCI protection and bonding. We pull the permit and meet the inspector.
My spa trips the GFCI. Can you fix it?
Yes. Persistent GFCI trips can be a failing heater element, a wiring fault, or the wrong breaker type. We diagnose which before replacing parts.

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