u/Aggravating-Angle558

Looking for a deck builder in the Ithaca area. Would appreciate any recommendations.

Hi All - looking for some quick advice. Live in upstate NY, which means more colder months than not. Considered every pool option possible, but our property really doesn't support it. Pivoted to a hot tub, then SwimSpa was recommended as a potential solution that solves for both wants. Not looking at a SwimSpa for lap swimming purposes. Model is 13x9. Few questions:

• Any monthly cost estimates on what it truly costs to bring the thing to 104 degree temp in colder NY winters (0-20F)
• Does the hot tub lose warmth fast given the size? Google said no, but I'd like to ground truth it.
• Anyone use the SwimSpa as a pool for young kids in the summer? Do you like it if so?