Spa & Hot Tub Removalists Melbourne
A spa is one of the heaviest and most awkward things in any move. It will not go through a standard doorway, it cannot be tipped like a fridge, and an empty shell still weighs hundreds of kilos. At Crystal Movers we drain, protect and move hot tubs every week across our Melbourne service area, so the spa arrives the way it left — cabinet intact and ready to fill.
Send us the make and dimensions when you enquire, plus a photo of the spa and the path out. That is enough for us to plan the lift and price the job properly.
What We Move
- Hot tubs and spas from two to eight seats.
- Swim spas and plunge pools — send dimensions first, as these need a bigger lift.
- Second-hand spas you have just bought and need collected.
- Spas moving between rentals, into storage, or to a new home.
Before We Arrive
1. Drain and clean the spa
The spa needs to be empty on the day. Drain it at least 24 hours before we arrive so the cabinet is not sitting in water, and give the shell a wipe out. If it is still full when we get there, we can drain it on site — that is quoted upfront, never added as a surprise.
2. Have the power disconnected
A licensed electrician should disconnect and make safe the spa before the move, then reconnect it at the other end. We do not do electrical work, but we will tell you exactly when the spa needs to be dead so the electrician can book around us.
3. Measure the way out
Gate width, path width, steps, fences and overhead branches all decide how the spa leaves. A quick photo of the spa and the route out is usually all we need to confirm it will fit.
Getting It Out
An empty six-seat spa still weighs roughly 300–500 kg, so it is moved on heavy-duty skids and a dolly with straps, never dragged across pavers. If the only way out is over a fence, a balcony or a carport, we arrange a crane or hi-ab lift and include it in your written quote before the day.
On the Day
The cover comes off and the cabinet is wrapped and padded. Where the shell allows we move the spa upright, strapped to the truck; where it does not, it travels on its side on padded skids. At the new address we set it down where you want it, level it on a solid flat base, and refit the cover. You then refill it and your electrician reconnects the power.
What Affects the Price
- The size and dry weight of the spa.
- Access at both ends: gates, stairs, slopes and tight corners.
- Whether a crane or hi-ab lift is needed.
- Travel distance between the two addresses.
- Whether we collect a spa you have bought before delivery.
Heavy leisure items are our specialty — the same care goes into pool table moves and piano removals. Moving house at the same time? A full house move with furniture dismantling usually works out cheaper than two separate bookings. Explore all our moving services or get a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Moving is a big deal. Here are the answers we hear most — about packing, timing, pricing and what happens if things go wrong.
Still Have Questions? We're Here to Help!
Yes. The spa needs to be empty and wiped out at least 24 hours before your booking. If it is still full when we arrive we can drain it on site, quoted upfront before we start.
If the spa is wider than the gate, we arrange a crane or hi-ab lift over the fence, roof or balcony and include it in your written quote. Send us the gate width and a photo of the path out and we will confirm which option you need.
No. Electrical work has to be done by a licensed electrician. They disconnect and make the spa safe before we arrive, and reconnect it once we have set and levelled it at the new address.
Yes, including swim spas and plunge pools. Send the make, dimensions and a couple of photos when you enquire so we can plan the lift and allow the right equipment.
Yes. Interstate spa moves and storage transfers are quoted the same way: size, access at both ends, distance and any crane hire. Long-distance jobs are booked as a dedicated run.