So, what to do if you have a Jacuzzi tub at home?
They’re also just inefficient.
They take forever to fill up, says bathroom remodeling pro Travis Hempel.
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They rarely get used and are a large cost to remove and replace.
Real estate investor Brett Johnson agrees, calling Jacuzzi tubs old-fashioned, high-maintenance, and wasteful.
But he notes another reason buyers often avoid these when looking for a new home.
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The biggest complaint I hear is that they make people feel dirty, says Johnson.
Buyers don’t like bacteria growing in the jets and soaking in a tub used by previous owners.
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Is It Worth Replacing Your Jacuzzi Tub?
There are a few things to consider, as this has both pros and cons.
It’s a Costly Project
Unfortunately, ripping out yourJacuzzi tubisnt quick, easy, or inexpensive.
In fact, Hempel says it can cost thousands of dollars to replace.
This comes down to their fairly massive size.
It turns into a much bigger project than simply removing and replacing the tub, he says.
Buyers desire bathrooms with spa-like simplicity and typically don’t want a bulky tub theyll rarely use.
A good way to assess this might be by considering the rest of your home.
Do you suspect youre more likely to attract house flippers or people keen to take on a big project?
In that case, leave the tub in place.
Consider these options, but be sure to do whatever is right for your style.
In this case, Hempel says your best bet might not be about replacing the tub at all.
Instead, consider scrapping the bath all together and opt for awet-room conceptinstead.
Removing both and doing the grand walk-in shower in the primary is most common, says Hempel.
Along with looking luxurious and immediately creating a spa-like feel, this approach also allows for additional storage.
This, of course, is certainly considered a major selling point by many potential buyers.
They are genuinely comfortable for a soak.
[Get one] that doesnt require 60 plus gallons to fill, says Hempel.
you’re free to get those jetted as well and they take up half the space.
