How is a swim spa delivered and how much access do I need?

Swim spa cabinets are typically 7.5-8 ft wide and 12-20 ft long, and they cannot be tipped on edge the way a small hot tub can, because of their length and weight distribution. Delivery generally happens one of two ways: - **Ground transport** on a spa dolly through a wide, level side yard. This needs roughly 9-10 ft of clear width and no tight turns. - **Crane placement** over the house or fence. This is common and adds several hundred to a couple thousand dollars, and needs clear overhead space with no power lines. Before you sign, have the dealer do a site survey. Measure gate width, overhead clearance, slope, and the crane setup area. Access problems discovered on delivery day are the single most common reason a swim spa purchase stalls.