A bath tub replacement involves more than installing a new unit. The total cost includes demolition, disposal, installation labor, and the materials required to rebuild and finish the surrounding space. Wall systems, fixture upgrades, and warranty coverage can also affect the final contract amount.
Clear pricing starts with a defined scope of work and a contractor who outlines what is included. Knowing these cost factors helps you plan your budget, compare proposals accurately, and avoid unexpected expenses once the project begins.
Tub Replacement Starts with the Base Price And The Full Scope
Our bathtub replacements start as low as $4,500. That starting point helps set expectations, but a replacement involves more work than placing a new tub in the same spot. The goal is a finished bathroom area that looks right, works right, and holds up.
A full project may include wall systems and new fixtures. Those choices affect the scope, and the scope affects the final price.
What the Base Price Typically Covers
The price of your project includes the work required to remove the old materials and rebuild the space. Here are the core items that factor into cost:
- Demo and disposal
- Labor to install
- Materials covered to rebuild your space
- Warranty pricing tied to the products
Those categories are what separate a quick patch from a complete replacement.
What Often Changes the Final Number
Two projects can start with the same goal and still land at different totals. The biggest drivers are the finishing components, including:
- Wall systems that complete the tub surround
- New fixtures selected for the updated setup
Key Takeaway: The tub is only part of the project. The finished walls, fixtures, labor, and warranties are what complete the replacement.
How We Break Down Tub Replacement Cost in Your Contract
A clear quote should show exactly what you are paying for. Everything that goes into the price of your project includes demo and disposal, labor to install, the materials covered to rebuild your space, and the pricing of warranties.
That approach keeps the scope clear and avoids surprises.
What is Included in the Price You Sign Off On
Your price includes all materials agreed upon in your contract. It also includes:
- Demo and disposal of your existing bathroom materials tied to the tub area
- Labor to install
- The warranties that come with the products
That means the cost reflects both the products and the work required to complete the job.
Why a Lifetime Warranty Matters
We offer a lifetime warranty on every product we sell. Warranty coverage is part of what you are paying for, and it matters because it supports the long-term value of replacement.
Pro Tip: When comparing quotes, confirm the contractor includes demo and disposal, installation labor, agreed materials, and written warranty coverage.
Need expert help with tub replacement cost? Contact The Shower Company for a free consultation.
Replacement vs Refinishing and Why We Recommend Replacement
At The Shower Company, we always recommend replacement over refinishing. Refinishing can look nice for a couple of years, but it will fail. That failure turns a “cheap” short-term decision into a repeat expense.
Refinishing also involves toxic chemicals used to bond the paint to your bathtub. Replacement avoids that approach and gives you a new product installed by a professional.
Why Refinishing Fails Over Time
Refinishing does not deliver the same durability as a brand-new tub. When it fails, you are back to the same problem, and many homeowners end up replacing it anyway. That is why we treat refinishing as a temporary fix, not a long-term solution.
What You Get With a Professional Replacement
With replacement, you get a brand new product installed by a professional and backed by a warranty designed to last longer than the lifetime you need for the tub.
Key Takeaway: Replacement gives you a new tub, professional installation, and a warranty. Refinishing may look good briefly, but it fails.
How to Plan Your Budget and Next Step
Start with the baseline and then plan for the full scope. A real tub replacement includes demo and disposal, labor to install, the materials needed to rebuild your space, and the warranties tied to the products you choose. Wall systems and new fixtures also factor into the final number.
If you want a clear quote that includes what is in your contract and a lifetime warranty on every product we sell, schedule a consultation with The Shower Company. We will walk you through the details and help you plan your project with confidence based on your tub replacement cost.
