What is the annual cost of a salt Water Chlorine System versus Traditional Systems?
Great question, but it is rather hard to answer. The cost comparison depends on many variables including the size of the spa, the average water temperature, how many hours a day your cover is off and of course how many bathers and whether or not they showered before hand, etc. Generally, it is found that most spa owners use their tub for six months out of the year and will spend approximately $150 to $250 on traditional sanitation methods – Chlorine, Bromine or Baquacil. To operate a similar salt water spa for the same time frame and the same bather load, you might be looking at $30-$50 worth of salt, baking soda (Base), vinegar (Acid) and occasionally bleach. There is certainly a case to be made for cost savings over time. However, this does not take into consideration the convenience and maintenance difference or the significantly better bathing or swimming experience.
