We make old hot tubs
disappear.
That hot tub has been sitting there long enough. We show up, break it all down, and haul every last piece away. You don't lift a finger.
- We bring everything. No prep needed on your end
- Shell, frame, jets, cover, and all hardware fully removed
- Pad swept clean before we sign off
- Most jobs done start to finish in 1-2 hours
- Same-week availability for most jobs
Heavier and trickier than it looks
Most people don't realize what's actually involved until they start looking into it. Here's what we handle on every job.
After it's fully drained
Most hot tubs weigh 500 to 800 pounds empty. They can't be moved in one piece, which means every removal starts with a full dismantle.
Then carried out in sections
The shell gets broken apart and hauled through your yard, gate, or side passage. Getting the approach wrong is how fences and decks get damaged.
It doesn't end with the tub
Once the shell is out, you're left with scattered foam insulation, old hardware, water, and whatever was rotting underneath for years. We sweep it all up and haul it out before we leave.
Tight gate? Deck-mounted? On a slope? Send us photos. Difficult access affects the price but almost never stops the job. We've handled all of it.
Straightforward pricing by size
You get a firm price before we touch anything, and that's exactly what you pay. No surprises once we're on-site.
Final price is based on size, access, and whether the deck or surround needs to come out too. Always confirmed before we begin. Want the deck removed as well? Just mention it when you text your photos and we'll quote it all together.
5-star rated by North County neighbors
Hot tub removal is stressful to think about. Our customers say working with us is anything but.
"Matt and Robbie hauled away our old spa, fire pit, and BBQ grill. On time, friendly, accommodating, and professional. We have a list of small projects in mind for the future and feel confident that Matt will be a reliable and capable handyman. Thanks again, Matt and Robbie."
"Highly recommend them! They cleaned my yard in one day, which was an accomplishment to say the least! Friendly, great communicators, and very professional."
"Sent in a quote request and within minutes I received a response. Smooth from start to finish. I sent a couple of pictures, got the quote, and the junk was hauled away the next day."
"This company is worth every penny you pay for! Matt is so nice to work with, very professional, diligent, and clean! I highly recommend Matt and True North Hauling and Handyman."
How our hot tub removal works
From the first text to the final walkthrough, here is exactly what to expect when you book with us.
We confirm the details and show up on time
Once you book, we confirm your arrival window and text you when we are on the way. When we get there, we do a quick walkthrough with you to confirm the plan, check the access path, and make sure we are all on the same page before we start. No surprises.
We drain the tub and break it down completely
We bring our own pump, so you do not need to do anything ahead of time. Once it is drained, we dismantle the entire unit: the shell, the frame, the jets, the cover, every bracket and bolt. The whole thing comes apart and nothing gets left behind.
We carry everything off your property
Every piece gets loaded onto our trailer as we go. We work carefully through your yard, gate, or side passage, protecting your lawn, fence, and anything else in the path. When the last load is on the truck, there is nothing left for you to deal with.
We rake and sweep the area clean
Once the tub is out, we clear the slab and the surrounding area. Any debris, foam, or hardware that came out during the dismantle gets swept up and hauled away. The space is clean before we pack up.
Final walkthrough with you
Before we leave, we walk the space with you so you can see it for yourself. We want you to be genuinely happy with how it looks. We will not call the job done until you are.
Our promise to you
No surprise pricing
The price you approved is the price you pay. No additions or extras once we're on-site.
Property protection
Every job is fully insured. Your fence, deck, and lawn are treated the way we'd want our own treated.
On-time guarantee
If we miss our arrival window, you get 10% off your total, automatically. We text you when we're on the way so you're never left guessing.
Satisfaction guarantee
If the space doesn't look the way we described before we leave, we fix it right then. No callbacks, no follow-up needed.
Ready to get started? Same-week availability for most jobs.
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We're your neighbors, not a corporation
True North is owned by Matt Bolen, born and raised right here in Vista. Before this, Matt spent years as a paramedic and over a decade in customer service. That work taught him to show up on time, communicate clearly, and do the right thing even when no one is watching.
He's a husband, a dad of two boys, and the person who shows up at your door. When you call True North, you're not getting a national chain. You're getting honest, hardworking people who live in the same community we serve.
Every customer is treated with the same respect we'd want for our own family.
Matt Bolen · Owner, True North Hauling & Handyman Co.
Questions we hear all the time
Hot tub removal is a bigger job than most. Here's what people usually want to know before they book.
Ready to get your backyard back?
Send us a couple photos: the tub and the path to it. We respond the same day, usually within the hour, and same-week scheduling is available for most jobs.
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