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PDC vs Island Spas by Artesian
FL.IRENE:
We are in the middle of spa shopping and would like to keep it under $6,000. The problem is we don't have any dealers that sell either of the brands I want within 100-mile radius. PDC doesn't even have a dealer in my state. (FLORIDA). I am under 5 feet tall which adds to the shopping headache. I spoke with both companies directly and learned that a 3 person PDC called the Carmel which would run us about 5,600 with free delivery from PA has seats that may be too deep for me. The 3 person Island Spa Santa Cruz will run me about 6,500. I am waiting for a return call from Las Vegas where the sales rep will be measuring the exact seat depth for me. I love PDC with their very long warrentee as opposed to the short one with Island Spas.
Here is my question.
Does anyone have experience with either of these spas? PDC Carmel vs. Island Spa Santa Cruz by Artesian? If so, could you tell me how strong the jets are and how comfortable they are for 2 people? What is your honest opinion on the depth of the spas?
Thank you.
Hottubguy:
What do you have locally? Buying direct from factory can get tricky when warranty stuff pops up.
swilly1000:
The best most tried and true advice you will get is to WET TEST. Your post screams wet test.
Even though dealers are a long way it's worth it. Make it a road trip. There will be people here who will chime in and what they say will be helpful but that will be trumped by your own feelings after wet testing.
Sam:
The Island Line has a 3 year upgradeable to 5 for a very minimal cost. Either way, I wouldn't buy factory direct. There are plenty of other good manufacturers out there that would have local sales and service. What happens when you need help on a saturday or sunday? Stores stock parts and don't usually need to wait for them to ship. Stores have in-house service instead of the factory having to contract out to some random guy. Buy local.
FL.IRENE:
Locally I have available to purchase from these brands.
Bahama
Bullfrog
Dream Maker
Leisure
Marquis
Signature
Sunrise
Hot Springs
American Whirlpool
Vita
Viking
Any thoughts on these brands is greatly appreciated.
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