Get your hot tub ready to soak in as the view as the full moon will be here very soon. We believe their is no better way to enjoy the view than from your own backyard, soaking in hot water. There are apps out there to track what exactly you are looking at in the sky, Star Tracker, Google Sky, and Sky Map just to name a few. Make sure that the lights are turned off to really enjoy your sky view.
A blog about health and wellness of owning a hot tub, fireplace and stove related information for Energy House Fresno customers and shoppers
Saturday, September 18, 2021
View The Next Full Moon From Your Hot Tub
Monday, September 6, 2021
Can You Hot Tub In The Summer Months?
As Fresno, Clovis and the Central Valley in general continues to have a string of hot days, many still in the triple digits, several of our customers ask the question can I use my hot tub during hot summer days? Well, yes, it is possible and in fact many of our customers do exactly that.
We recommend that you set your spa to the lowest temperature setting, 80 degrees. It would help to have the spa situated with shade provided and the wind blocked. Shade could be found in a number of ways including an umbrella, we actually sell spa umbrellas in our store, or a covered patio, tree, though depending on the tree falling leaves or debris may not be fun to contend with while in your hot tub or shedding on your cover, another great option are canopies and tarps. The ambient temperature, which as of late is quit scorching, will effect how hard your hot tub has to work to get to or maintain the temperature you set it to. During the hot summer months it will obviously be easy for the hot tub to stay warm and might go above where we would like it to.Setting the temperature to 80 degrees is a good start to keep your hot tub where you want the temperature to be. Another recommendation that we have told our customers in the past and currently advise is to prop a towel under the cover as to allow for air to escape the hot tub similar to having a thermal coffee cup holder and opening the lid a bit. The steam from the hot coffee leaks out, just as it would for the hot tub.
The time of day that you use your hot tub also makes a difference. The good news is that the temperature throughout the day does not remain the same. Mornings seem to be the best time to take a nice soak, and just before bed is another great time to get in. The late afternoon about 3pm, the heat reaches its peak, so maybe not the ideal time to combine that heat with getting into your spa.
We are looking ahead to the falls months when the weather cools down and we can enjoy crisp autumn air once again. As we are soon to be heading into the fall season, make sure to enjoy your hot tub all year long. Just know when to get in your spa and make sure your backyard is set up with some shade and set your temperature to the lowest setting.
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Correlation Between Hot Tubs and Blood Pressure
We all l know that diet and exercise influence our health, including our blood pressure. And now there is another contender to our overall health to add to the list, soaking in a hot tub. I know not another thing to have to worry about when it comes to our health. Don’t worry this one is easy and fun for you to enjoy and the added positive is there is no where to go other than stepping out into your own backyard. It might be thought that sitting in hot water would increase your blood pressure, but studies have found that the opposite is true. After just 10 minutes of soaking in a hot tub, your blood vessels will dilate causing your blood pressure to lower according to Dr. Adolph Hutter, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.
Soaking
in a hot tub increases your heart rate causing you to sweat, this opens our
pores and releases toxins, the body reacts the same as if you went walking, jogging,
or cycling. When you combine moderate exercise with soaking in your hot tub on
a regular basis, your health and wellness improve.
The
stress in your life has an impact on your health and what better way to combat
stress than soaking in a hot tub. If you have loved ones join you, the interaction
with the people who matter most to you get a chance to go beyond sending a text
message. Soak in your hot tub today and every day to enjoy better health and
relaxation.
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Celebrating July 4th From Home
As 4th of July celebrations are being cancelled at several different venues in California, many are turning to the comforts of their home and watching live firework shows from their TV. There are many options to watch online including this article of watching fireworks from home, the rose bowl celebration in Pasadena is hosted online this year, Sacramento's Sky Concert from Elk Grove and there are many other options online.
As the Central Valley's premier hot tub dealer in Fresno with several years of winning the Fresno Bee's People's Choice Awards and longevity of 35 plus years in business, we are biased in saying that the best seat at your home is right in your hot tub! Relax in your very own HotSpring Spa or Tropic Seas Spa this summer. We are offering special pricing right now until July 3rd and if you hurry in soon we can even get your hot tub delivered by the 3rd of July! *Availability is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Click Here for More Details.
We will be closed July 4th-6th and hope that our customers have a safe and happy holiday.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Get Relief From Back Pain with A Tropic Seas Spa
No matter the reason, according to the American Chiropractic Association, back pain is the leading cause of disability in the world. In the United States alone 31 million Americans are affected and it is estimated that 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime.
ONE WAY TO FIND RELIEF FROM BACK PAIN IS TO SOAK IN A SPA AND ALLOW YOUR MUSCLES TO BE MASSAGED BY THE JETS.
Treat yourself to the ultimate full-body massage with the revolutionary stainless steel jets in Tropic Seas spas. They will relieve tension and melt away pain in a matter of minutes!
This general information is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional.
HEALTH & WELLNESS Struggling with Back Pain
REFERENCES https://www.thegoodbody.com/back-pain-statistics/ https://www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health-WellnessInformation/Back-Pain-Facts-and-statistics
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Top 5 Things You Should Not Do to Your Hot Tub
- Do not skip out on routine water care: It is very important for your safety to maintain sanitary water of your hot tub. When it comes to water care, test the water weekly with a test strip and add spa water care based on your results. Another time to test the water is just before you get in to make sure the water is balancing out and ready to get in. If you smell an odor, see a green color, or suds in the hot tub, it is time to drain and refill, as the water is no longer sanitary.
- Do not forget to clean your filters: After talking with our service manager about the calls and scheduled backyard visits, he said about 70% of the time the issue is caused by dirty filters. The good news is that if customers clean their filters, they can prevent a technician from coming out to their hot tub. We sell two different types of filter cleaner one that is a spray and the other is a deep conditioning filter cleaner, either product works wonders. The filters should be cleaned every 2-4 months and replaced every 2-21/2 years. Also, another trick is to rotate the filters, meaning one filter runs the water with the circulation pump and the other filters with the jets. It is important to give this main filter a break by moving another filter in its place. The filter that runs the circ. pump will have a gray cap, so it is easy to identify.
- Do not forget to care for your hot tub cover: Wipe the spa cover clean, we offer a cover spray that is formulated to keep your cover clean. Leave your cover open for an hour or so right after putting chemicals into the hot tub. Don’t let the cover get too heavy, this is especially important for those in areas where there is snow during the winter, such as: Shaver Lake, Squaw Valley, Oakhurst, and Bass Lake. Pro tip: allow your cover to fully dry out once a month, this will help extend the life of your cover.
- Do not quit maintaining your hot tub: Do not forget to maintain weekly water care, clean your hot tub cover periodically, clean your filters every 2-4 months, and drain and refill hot tub based on use. If you can maintain a schedule for making sure that these steps are not completely forgotten in the mix of life, then you will have a well-functioning easy to use hot tub in your backyard. For our customer who use the salt sanitizing system, the hot tubs control panel will alert you when the salt in the water is getting low and needs to be replaced. Do not leave your hot tub full of water and not care for the water by testing and adding water care products. Do not turn the power off and leave the spa full of water, this can lead to freezing of the pipes, especially during winter months in places that snow. A frozen hot tub is a costly mistake. Change the silver ion cartridge every 4 months. Drain and refill as needed. This is based on usage; how many people are getting in the hot tub at one time and how often the hot tub is being used. A good indicator of when it is time to drain and refill is when the PH balances are getting off the scale more than your usual weekly maintenance seen on the test strip.
- Do not use your hot tub as a bath: Another way to keep your hot tub water clean and ready for a soak is to not use your hot tub as a bath. If you had a long day or just went to the gym, your hot tub is not the first place that you should go. A quick rinse in the shower will be sufficient for you to be ready to hop in and relax. Same goes for wearing lots makeup and hair products, if you know there might be a chance of getting your face and hair in the water, leave the makeup and hair spray off or wear waterproof makeup. Same goes for lotions, sunscreen, sweat, dirt, etc. Your hot tub filters will thank you. Also, laundry detergents with lots of soap can easily create bubbles or foam in your hot tub. Rinsing your swimsuit with water after use will keep them clean and your hot tub foam free.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Light Up Your World
It is important to know how to hang up your string lights even if you do not have a deck or covered patio. I'm sure there are more expensive ideas out there, however I like the idea of adding a wooden post into a cement bucket in order to have a place for your lights to string to. For those with a beautiful deck, take advantage with an even easier way to get those string lights up, by using what you have. There are also many different types of string lights out there to use, here is a list of the top 8 string lights in 2020. This is one of those honey-do's that your honey will not mind doing. Simple, easy and transforms your backyard into a romantic staycation or fun social environment to make future entertaining more enjoyable. Tell us about your at home string light project and if the outcome was everything you were hoping.
Friday, May 8, 2020
Moms of Energy House
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Top 5 Plants That Keep Bugs Away from Your Hot Tub
Relax Without Any Pesky Disturbances
Spring is in full swing; plants are blooming, and bugs are buzzing. All this insect activity brings about the most invasive bug when it comes to relaxing in your own backyard, the mosquito. No one likes walking around their yard just to find they had been bit all around their legs and ankles; then feeling the urge to scratch the red bumps that begin to form in small circumferences. If this is not your idea of a good time, you’re in luck, as there are a few things that you can do to keep the bugs out of your backyard.2.) Rosemary- are great for keeping mosquitoes as well as cabbage moths and carrot flies away.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Stay Home, Stay Safe, Relax
Spending time exercising is also important for our health and wellness. There are endless exercise programs out there to make working out from home a cinch and can be done with little to no equipment. Take yoga for example; its a mind body experience that keeps your body moving and limber. Flexibility is important to prevent injuries for athletes all the way to maintaining strength and movement as we enter our senior years. Yoga along with hot tubbing help to increase flexibility and spending time in a hot tub even helps ease the pain for those who have arthritis.
Wednesday, December 18, 2019
It's The Most Wonderful...Busy Time of Year
After that oddly warm November we can finally say stove season at the Energy House is in full swing. Our team is extremely busy this time of year, especially with the added bonus of the Valley Air Rebate program. If you haven't heard, the Valley Air Rebate incentive to burn cleaner has gone up to $2,500 towards gas stove purchase and $500 towards the cost of install. The goal is to have cleaner air in the valley and applies to those who qualify. If you have an old wood burning fireplace now is the time to call us and get your clean burning gas insert before the rebate ends. We do not know how long the rebate will last, so if I were you I wouldn't miss this opportunity to save thousands. Here is a before and after photo of a Ravenna IPI gas insert from one of our customers in Fresno. Amazing what a different a new gas insert can make.Our service department has been busy as well with stove tune ups, repairs and service related questions. Of those questions one heard a few times in one day was regarding the remote to the customer's gas insert. https://energyhousefresno.com/fireplaces-101/ Hopefully the videos on our website can help you with your remote inquiries. If not, of course please call our service department (559) 432-1500.
Energy House wishes our customers a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday with your family and loved ones!
Monday, August 19, 2019
Location, Location, Location...of Your Hot Tub
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Hot Tub State Of Mind
Hot tub state of mind
What comes to mind when
you hear the words “hot tub”?
When hearing “hot tub”, I
doubt you think of wellness, health, hydrotherapy, and aquatic therapy. Usually
we think about the benefits of owning a hot tub in a way that relates to our
lifestyles. For example, the two most common reasons our customers
want a hot tub is to host a party and to have fun with friends and family or to
relax often times alone or with their partner. These are great reasons for
becoming a hot tub owner, however let's look into the health benefits.
· Relief
from lower back pain
· Decreased
anxiety and stress
· Better
sleep
· Ease
sore muscles
· Temporary
relief of pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia
· Improved
range of motion
The warm water from the
spa allows your muscles to relax and to ease the pain in your joints. This allows
for improved range of motion and the temporary relief of other pains such as
lower back, arthritis, and fibromyalgia. Part
of this relief of pain is due to our body’s buoyancy in water.
The amount of
buoyancy that we experience under water is determined by how deep we are
submerged. From waist level we are 40 to 50 percent of our body’s weight on
land. As you go deeper to 25-30 percent chest deep and 10 percent to the base
of the neck. This is a huge relief on achy joints and eases those sore muscles
from a day’s work, projects around the house, fitness, etc.
Soaking in your hot
tub can reduce your stress. Imagine the stress of the day melting away. Thinking about bills that are due, children that have so many
needs to be met, the latest work project that has consumed your mind lately, or
making sure that your retirement is really going to last as long as you need it
to, keeping the house presentable, financial planning, taxes, the list goes on and on. All of these worries and concerns dissolve the
moment your feet hit the warm water.
Approximately
132 million Americans suffer from insomnia or other sleep disorders more than
once a week, according to the National
Sleep Foundation. "We
know that your core body temperature needs to drop by about 2 to 3 degrees
Fahrenheit to initiate good sleep and then maintain deep sleep," says
Walker, the author of Why We Sleep. It has been proven that soaking in warm water before going to bed
will improve sleep. The heat increases your blood flow and takes the heat from
your core to the surfaces of the body, which leads to a better nights sleep.
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