Rental has jet bathtub...what kind maintenance/issues? Will we have to fix for tenants if breaks?

[Kel S]

I know nothing about these type of tubs that have the jets in them...except that I want one :mrgreen:

Anyway, the REO we recently purchased has one of these tubs. Replacing it with a regular tub probably isn't practical. However, I would like to see if any of you have experience (personal or otherwise) with these type of bathtubs? What kind of problems can they have if any as far as maintaining them. And because the tub is already in the home, will we be required by law to fix it should say the jets stop working or something?

I wish I could swap it out with mine but again that's not practical.

[Scott M.]

Well - I would look locally to make sure there isn't a local law that covers this. I have several of those tubs in homes and I feel the same way as you. I just add an addendum to the lease that states that we are providing a tub - not a jacuzzi tub and if the jacuzzi part breaks they still have a tub. They are welcome to fix it at their own expense but not at mine and we both sign that page so there is no question about it.

You may be required to provide a tub - but not a jacuzzi - I would be surprised but worth making 1 call to cover yourself and for sure add an addendum.