Wiring Your Indoor Sauna
Saunas provide a lot of health benefits, and there’s no denying that sitting in a room full of steam makes you feel great. If you’re planning to install a sauna in your home, make electrical safety a priority by calling a professional electrician to ensure your steam room meets electrical code requirements.
First Things First: Electrical Safety
Whether you’re installing a sauna from a prefabricated kit or having a contractor build one, you need to make sure your home is equipped for it.
- Most saunas require 220 to 240 volts, and it’s a good idea to install a dedicated outlet for your home spa.
- Depending on the size of its heater, the sauna will need a 30 to 40 amp breaker.
- One of SESCOS qualified electricians can hard-wire the sauna to your circuit panel
Other Safety Issues
Spas bring a lot of joy to your daily life, so don’t let these risks spoil your fun.
- Avoid mold and mildew growth by making sure your sauna has proper ventilation.
- Keep safe in your sauna by limiting your use to 20 minutes each session.
- Hire a SESCOS electrician to do a check of your electrical wiring before you start planning the installation.
Permits and Electrical Code
In many cases you won’t need a planning permit to install a home sauna, but it’s a good idea to get an electrical permit before you start building.
- Your local regulations might require an electrical permit.
- If you plan to sell your home, a professional electrician’s inspection will give new buyers peace of mind.
- If you’re installing a sauna in a commercial facility, an electrical permit will be required.
Choosing Your Sauna: Wet or Dry
Steam heat and dry heat both have their advocates. Whichever type of sauna you choose, you’ll enjoy it more if you know it’s been properly and professionally wired.
- Some saunas use fire to keep the steam rolling, but this can be unpredictable and dangerous.
- Electrical saunas provide the safest and most consistent heat.
- An infrared light box can boost the heat and intensify the sauna’s benefits, but it should be installed by a qualified electrician.
Ask Your Professional Electrician about Extras
A SESCOS electrician can wire accessories to enhance your spa experience.
- Speakers will let you relax to your favorite music.
- A foil vapor barrier will add insulation and reflect radiant heat back into the room.
- Sauna thermometers and humidity gauges will keep you safe and comfortable.
SESCOS Can Help
SESCOS qualified, experienced electricians can help you install the right wiring for your new sauna. Show us your plans and we’ll make them a reality. You won’t have to worry if your home electrical wiring can handle the new addition or if it’s complying with local safety codes.
A sauna isn’t complicated to wire, but it does have specific requirements. As with any new electrical project, your best advisor is an expert electrician.
Call SESCOS today and discover why we’ve been the area’s favorite electrical contractor for decades. Before you know it, you’ll be relaxing in the warm air of your own home sauna.