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I am looking to purchase a home. It has an addition that includes a jacuzzi/hot tub.

Is it problematic to retrofit and get rid of the hottub to use the space for something else.
Thu May 1 2008, 16:33 - 20854 - Home Buying - 3 answers
 
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Ava
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in Rockville
Ava, Home Buyer in Rockville in Rockville
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Reza Khodadad was FIRST TO ANSWER
Ava,
It should not be problamatic at all. Any qualified, licensed general contractor should be able to give you some great ideas of other uses for the space. Do your homework on the general contractor that you use... make sure they are licensed, check references, ask for examples of previous work, check with the licensing agency to see if any complaints against the contractor have been filed, etc. All this homework on the front-end will ensure you a successful project and improvements that you can enjoy for a long time.

Good luck!

Dennis Skelly
Ricker Realty
www.RickerRealtyHomes.com

Fri May 2 2008, 04:35
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My neighbor did it. They brought in a contractor to remove the limited plumbing to it. FIlled it in and then put a brick patio floor over it. Looks great and you cannot tell it once held a jacuzzi. Shouldn't be a big deal, but a contractor would be happy to give you a bid.

Thu May 1 2008, 18:33
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Ava, you can modify the house in the way adds value to you and your lifestyle. However, you have to take in the consideration, the modification that you do, adds value to you and your family, but does it value the future buyers?

I had buyers that replaced the Tub with an upgraded Shower!

Cheers!

Thu May 1 2008, 18:29
 
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