Pre-Removal Checklist

1. Access to the spa

We need a clear, safe path from where our truck parks to the tub itself. Every foot of prep here saves time and helps us hold the quoted price.

• Measure the narrowest gate, doorway, or side-yard passage (width and height) and send us the numbers.
• Unlock all gates the morning of removal, or leave a code / key if you won't be home.
• Clear a path at least 36 inches wide from driveway to spa — move planters, grills, patio furniture, and trash cans.
• Trim low-hanging branches or shrubs that block the route.
• Note stairs, retaining walls, slopes, or septic lids along the path so we plan the right equipment.
• Keep the driveway clear so our truck and trailer can back in.
• If the spa sits on a raised deck or second story, tell us in advance — that job may need extra crew or a crane.

2. Power, water, and gas shutoff

Utilities must be off before we cut, lift, or disconnect anything. Some situations require a licensed electrician or plumber to ensure proper cutoff — we'll flag this during your quote.

• Electrical: Turn the spa's dedicated breaker OFF at the main panel (usually 50A or 60A, double-pole).
• Electrical: If the spa is hardwired to a disconnect box or subpanel, schedule a licensed electrician to disconnect and cap the line before we arrive.
• Water: Fully drain the spa the day before — a garden hose on the drain valve works; a submersible pump is faster.
• Water: Shut off any dedicated supply line and disconnect the hose bib.
• Gas (rare): Gas-heated spas require a licensed plumber to shut off and cap the gas line before removal.
• Photograph the breaker panel with the spa breaker in the OFF position for your records.
• If you smell gas or see damaged wiring, stop and call the utility company before removal day.

3. Documentation and paperwork

A little paperwork protects you and speeds up the job.

• Confirm HOA approval in writing if your neighborhood requires it (most East TN HOAs don't for removal, but check).
• Check with Knox, Blount, or Sevier County codes if the spa is built into a deck or structure that will be modified.
• Save your removal quote email or PDF so it's easy to reference on site.
• Photograph the spa, pad, and surrounding area before removal for your own records and any insurance claim.
• Ask us for a receipt and proof of disposal if you need it for HOA, real estate, or tax records.
• If the property is a rental or listed for sale, notify the landlord, buyer, or agent that removal is scheduled.
• Locate the spa's make, model, and serial number if available — helpful for recycling documentation.

4. Protect your property

• Point out sprinkler heads, low-voltage landscape lighting, and drain lines near the path.
• Roll up outdoor rugs and remove fragile decor from the work zone.
• Crate or leash pets — we'll be moving heavy equipment through gates.
• Tell us whether the pad underneath stays or goes so concrete or paver removal is on the quote.
• Cover any nearby pool, koi pond, or garden bed you want shielded from debris.

5. Day-of checklist

• Spa fully drained.
• Breaker OFF (and disconnect capped if hardwired).
• Gates unlocked, path clear, pets secured.
• Someone 18+ on site OR written authorization on file.
• Payment method ready — card, check, or cash.