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darin.brown:
thanks all for the thoughts so far. one of the PBs was going to include a 2-3 cavity next to the spa and just put a removable cover in the event that we needed access but sounds like that may not cover all repairs, incidents, etc.. so we may have to look for another install location.. perhaps over a bit so it's not directly outside the windows..

darin.brown:
if we were to install about 18" above ground (spa is 38" tall) and leave a 2-3' removable access panel to get to the pump,equipment panel, drain, etc.. next to the spa would that suffice for most of the maintenance/repair needs or are there situations where you really need access to the full outside shell? or at least 2-3 inches on each side if we needed to get some straps around the bottom in order to lift out of the ground?

Vinny:
If Bullfrog spas are made the way they used to be (all plumbing inside the shell) and the only areas where a leak matters is where the motors are then leaving access to the motors is all you need assuming there aren't any fancy things electronically that can go wrong around the tub. If you do need to access items around the tub then leaving the screws out below the area covered below ground will make it somewhat easier to access.

I would still be a little concerned as to what Dr Spa said about filling with water and such (I've had spa overflows) and would hate to think that my tub's electronics /motors were possibly getting wet but that's just my opinion.

Sam:
I've personally installed dozens of Bullfrog's in the ground with no problem.  You just need to leave an access hatch like you mentioned to get to the pump, heater, etc.  There is significantly less potential for problems on the other sides due to the Bullfrog design, but that's not a guarantee.  I will say that we have never had to remove a spa from a vault.

Additionally, I recommend installing it partially in the ground like you said around 18" to 20".  It's easier to get in and out of, repairs are easier, and it still maintains the aesthetic that you are looking for.  We do this all of the time for people.  In our area, simply putting a drain line in the foundation works, but we are in a high dessert climate. 

darin.brown:
thanks for the feedback Sam. We're in DFW in Texas.. not a lot of rain, etc.. but not exactly high dessert either. we get our share of deluges for sure.

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