A home sauna might be more affordable than you think.
Learn about the types of saunas and factors that can impact their price tag.
In countries like Japan, Iceland, and Turkey, residential saunas are commonplace.
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A sauna helps with relaxation, stress relief, improved circulation, and sore muscle relief.
While spas and hotels often have saunas for paid use, a home sauna provides added convenience and privacy.
But is it worth the installation and maintenance costs?
In general, the average cost of installing a home sauna is between $3,000 and $10,000.
The most common are steam, traditional, and infrared saunas.
Theheat sourcealso affects the cost.
Other factors include whether itsprefabricated or custom-made.
Installation costs for labor alone can be between $500 to $2,500.
Berriz adds that monthly maintenance and operation costs are relatively low with energy-efficient infrared saunas.
Regular cleaning and occasional check-ups for wear and tear are all thats needed for maintenance.
To economize, consider the saunas location carefully to minimize structural changes to your home.
Operation and monthly maintenance costs are generally low, especially for infrared saunas, which consume less energy.
However, traditional saunas might increase your monthly energy bill slightly more due to their heating mechanisms.
Regular cleaning and occasional checks for any required repairs will keep it running smoothly without incurring unexpected costs.
If youre deciding between sauna types for affordability, Norman and Berriz agree that infrared is the least expensive.
