Hot Tub Removal

Hot Tub Removal North County San Diego

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.

5-star rated on Google Licensed & insured On-time guarantee Same-day quotes 10% off for veterans & active duty
North County's Hot Tub Removal Specialists

That old hot tub has been sitting there long enough.

It stopped getting used years ago. Now it takes up a third of your patio, collects debris, and gives rodents and pests a warm place to nest underneath the shell. The longer it stays, the more it just becomes part of the yard in all the wrong ways.

Getting rid of it sounds simple. Here's what most people don't realize until they start:

500–800 lbs

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.

Cut down

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.

The aftermath

It doesn't end with the tub

Once the shell is out, you're left with foam insulation, old hardware, water, and whatever was rotting underneath. We sweep it all up and haul it out before we leave.

Good to know

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.

Upfront Pricing

Honest, all-in pricing by size

You get a firm price before we touch anything. No surprises once we're on-site.

Small Hot Tub
2–4 person
Starting at
$450
Full-service removal. We drain it, dismantle it, haul everything off, and sweep the pad clean. Done in a single visit.
Most common
Medium Hot Tub
5–7 person
Starting at
$600
Our most common job. Fully handled from arrival to final walkthrough. Nothing left for you to deal with.
Large Hot Tub
8+ person
Starting at
$800
Swim spas, oversized units, anything built-in. Every piece broken down, loaded up, and gone.

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.

Ready to get rid of it? Text us a photo.

Send a photo of the tub and the access path. We respond same day with a firm price.

Text for a Quote
The process

What to expect, start to finish

From your first text to the final walkthrough, here's exactly what happens when you book with True North Hauling & Handyman Co.

1

Text us photos

Send a photo of the tub and the access path. We respond same day, confirm details, and lock in your time window.

2

We arrive ready

We bring everything including our own pump. No prep needed. We do a quick walkthrough with you to confirm the plan before we start.

3

Full dismantle

The entire unit comes apart: shell, frame, jets, cover, every bolt. Piece by piece, loaded onto the trailer as we go.

4

Everything hauled off

We work carefully through your yard, gate, or side passage. When the last load is on the truck, there's nothing left for you to deal with.

5

Area swept clean

Pad swept, final walkthrough with you. We won't call the job done until you're satisfied with how it looks.

Our promise to you

What we stand behind on every job

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 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 needed.

5-star rated by your 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."
Barry · Vista, CA
"Highly recommend them! They cleaned my yard in one day, which was an accomplishment to say the least! Friendly, great communicators, and very professional."
Alicia · Oceanside, CA
"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."
Joy · Valley Center, CA
"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."
Maria · Escondido, CA
Matt Bolen, owner of True North Hauling and Handyman Co.
Locally Owned & Operated · Former Paramedic

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.

Common questions

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.

Do I need to drain it before you arrive?
No. We bring the pump. Just give us access to the backyard and we'll handle everything from there.
What about the electrical connection?
Standard 110V plug-in units we handle completely. For 240V hardwired units, which is most hot tubs, a licensed electrician needs to disconnect the breaker before we arrive. It's a quick job. We're happy to refer someone if you need it, and we'll walk you through what's needed when you book.
Can you remove the deck or surround too?
Yes. Deck removal, wood surround, concrete pad. We can quote it all together. Just mention it when you send your photos.
How long does the removal take?
Most hot tubs are drained, dismantled, and gone in 1-2 hours. Larger units or tight access situations may run a bit longer. We'll give you a realistic estimate when you request your quote.
What if there's a narrow gate or difficult access?
Send us photos of the hot tub and the access path, including your gate if there is one. Tight yards, decks, hillsides, narrow side passages. We've handled all of it. Difficult access usually affects the price but almost never stops the job.
What size is my hot tub?
Don't worry about measuring. Send a photo of the whole unit and one of the access path. We'll confirm the size and price when we look at your photos, usually the same day.
Same-week availability for most jobs

Ready to get your backyard back?

Send us a couple photos: the tub and the path to it. We respond the same day and same-week scheduling is available for most jobs.