u/Capybara_oranges

So I just had a new patio built and told the contractor I need an area completely level for the hot tub. He agreed. They just finished and I checked their work and they did not make a level “island” for the tub, it is the same pitch as the rest of the patio which my best guess using a level and AI was about 1/16” drop per foot. So the tub would be about half an inch lower on one side. Is this a big deal? I spent a lot on the patio and new tub so I want it done right. But is the water being half an inch lower on one side being too nitpicky? I ask before I tell my contractor he needs to pull out the pavers in that area and make it level.

Newbie here in the market for a quality hot tub. Went to a local Hot Springs dealer and he steered me to look at the Limelight (Flair and Flash) and the Hot Spot (Rhythm and Relay). He said the Limelight ones were “around 14k” and the Hot Spot ones would be “around 11k.” Do these prices sound about right? Being a no frills type of guy, I’m leaning towards the Hot Spot models unless someone has a good reason to opt for the Limelight. It’s just gonna be mostly me using the tub. Also, how does one negotiate the price on a hot tub? Any tips appreciated.