Rebath is not cheap! It is probably the most expensive recycled plastic out there!
Bath Fitter bathrooms need upkeep and maintenance. A shiny new tub and surround are great, but mold and other issues can fester underneath if you don't stay on top of upkeep.
A Bath Fitter high-gloss acrylic tub or shower liner is guaranteed for as long as you own your home. It's a faster, simpler way to get a high-quality, permanent renovation. On the other hand, repainting or resurfacing is a short-term option that will need to be done again within two to five years.
The company does not do major plumbing work because it uses the existing tub and shower plumbing. Bath Fitter works with plumbing contractors to make sure that your job is done the right way.
Wet-area renovations like a tub to shower conversions cost about $6,000 to $10,000, including materials and labor. Your project may cost more or less, but this average figure is a good one to keep in mind. Converting your current bathtub area to a shower may be the ideal renovation option for a bathroom in your home.
Bathtub Installation or Replacement CostThe average cost to install a bathtub is $4,362, but can range from $1,446 and $7,287, depending on the type of tub and modifications needed. The average cost of the tub itself ranges from $200 to $8,500 or more.
Securing the tub
- Mix a batch of mortar according to the package directions.
- With a notched trowel, spread a 2-inch layer of mortar on the subfloor where the tub will sit.
- Lift the tub in place and position it so that it's tight against the walls. Hold a carpenter's level on the tub and check that it's level.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters was $25.92 per hour and $53,910 per year in 2018. In New York, the median wage for plumbers is closer to $76,410. What's more, it's difficult, physical work.
Installation costs around $1,000, for a total of about $1,350. A freestanding, soaking tub measuring 5-feet costs around $650. Installation is easier and costs around $550 for the plumbing. A standard soaking tub without feet or a platform requires no special installation, making the total around $1,200.
Can Bath Fitter install if there is a window in the bathtub/shower area? Installing around a window is not a problem for our Bath Fitter team! We make every wall and tub custom to fit your exact home.
A liner for your tub consists of sheets of PVC plastic or acrylic which are molded to the shape of a tub, placed over your existing tub, and then glued down to cover it up. A tub liner is simply an acrylic cover that requires you to trade the deep gloss of a restored porcelain tub for the look and feel of plastic.
Tipping a bathroom fitter is not typically done and is often unnecessary. However, if your bathroom fitters go above and beyond the call of duty, monetary appreciation is never frowned upon. The recommended minimum for a tip is twenty dollars per person.
Walk-In Shower CostFor a small or prefabricated model, expect to pay between $500 and $2,000. For a large or custom walk-in shower, the price range is $3,500 to $7,000.
