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A tub that is chipped, stained or simply in the wrong place
We replace worn tubs with new ones, move them where the room works better, or turn the space into something else.
The tub is the easy part. The floor under it is not.
When we pull an old tub, we check the framing, the drain and the floor beneath it. Slow leaks around a drain can soften the subfloor, and a new tub is only as sound as what it sits on.
From there the choice is yours: a drop-in with a tiled deck, a freestanding tub set apart from the wall, or a deep soaking tub in the same footprint.
Good time to call if
- The finish is worn or stained and will not clean up
- Caulk keeps failing around the tub edge
- The floor near the tub flexes when you step on it
- You want a deeper soak or a different layout
How the swap goes
- 1
Plan the swap
We measure the space, the drain and the supply lines, and talk through tub styles.
- 2
Remove and repair
The old tub comes out and the floor and framing are checked and repaired.
- 3
Set the new tub
The tub is leveled, connected and tested for leaks before anything is closed up.
- 4
Finish the surround
Tile, trim and caulk go in around the tub and the room is cleaned.
What the work includes
Removal and disposal
The old tub, surround and debris taken away.
Floor and drain repair
Soft subfloor and old drain fittings replaced.
New tub installation
Set level, connected and tested for leaks.
Tile and trim
A finished surround that matches the rest of the room.
Questions about this job
Can a new tub go where the old one was?
Usually, if the size matches. A different size or style may need small changes to the framing or plumbing.
Are freestanding tubs practical?
They look great and need clear space around them. We check the floor and the plumbing before recommending one.
Will you replace the faucet too?
Yes, if you want. A new tub often goes best with new fittings, and we can supply them or install ones you choose.
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Book the free estimate
Tell us which bathroom and what you want to change. We come out, measure and send a written quote.
(775) 278-8717
Free in-home estimate and a written quote