What are signs that I need to refinish my bathtub?

<div>There are a few signs, both obvious and not so obvious, that it's time to refinish your bathtub. While some of these signs aren't an urgent problem, others could lead to significant damage if left untreated. Signs you should look out for include:<ul><li>Rust stains, which signal the tub's enamel or surface sealer is deteriorating </li><li>Small chips, which can grow into larger chunks and can lead to rusting</li><li>Discoloration, which doesn't lead to a more significant problem but can be unsightly </li><li>Dirty surfaces, which means that the tub glaze is breaking down and allowing dirt to seep below the coating</li></ul></div>

Is bathtub refinishing worth it?

<div>Refinishing a bathtub is worth it if your tub has minor damage or is a color that you don't like. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-bathtub-replacement-cost.htm">cost of replacing a bathtub</a> is more expensive than simply refinishing one, averaging around $5,300. It's more cost-effective to refinish your tub if you can, but it also gives you the look of a new bathtub without having to replace the whole thing. </div>

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Reviewed in April 2021
I own several Apartment Buildings in Southern California and have been using Bryan,s Reglazing for several years on my my building Reglazing bathtubs sinks and countertops. Luis does excellent work and always very good on cleaning up after the work is done. I would highly recommend this Company.
Bryan's Reglazing Services
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Reviewed in November 2018
I called Pacific Porcelain and the owner came to my home the same day. He explained the process and gave a reasonable quote for the work. The work was completed two days later and the quality is excellent. When our plumber saw the work he was also favorably impressed and asked for Pacific...
Pacific Porcelain Reglazing
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Reviewed in July 2009
I called and was given at appointment for a couple of days later at 9:30 am. The refinishers showed up at 10:45 saying they were scheduled "between 9:30 and 10:30." They did the job in a couple of hours. The following day they came back and removed the masking tape. The tub looks great and I...
New Image Reglazing
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Reviewed in March 2021
Project went well and according to schedule. Workers arrived on time, were very professional and did an excellent job reglazing the tub and tile. Well done JLF!
JLF Tub and TIle Reglazing
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Reviewed in January 2014
I would highly recommend this company for resurface and refinishing of cabinets, bath tubs and shower work. |
New Look Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2013
It was good, although it was a little rough at first because they had a couple of mistakes on the bathtubs, but they came out and fixed the issues in three days. Overall I am satisfied.
PKB Reglazing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2011
Henry, the owner, gave us a reasonable price over the phone. Jose Juan came out to refinish our kitchen sink and did an outstanding job. He was very thorough and professional. The sink looked like new when he was done and he even gave us advice on how to keep it looking new. I would highly...
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Bathtub restoration pros in Lake Elsinore

Senior Walk-in Tubs

1168 W 36th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90503 US

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Senior Walk-in Tubs

1168 W 36th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90503 US

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15 years of experience

SeniorTubs.com is a blog about the top walk in bathtubs for seniors and disabled. We carried out intensive research about the walk-in tub industry, and summarize our knowledge on SeniorTubs.com. You can get multiple Quotes for Walk-in Tubs from our website, Get a Quote Today.

21 years of experience

A/T Stoneworks is here to ensure you have complete satisfaction from start to finish on your project. We are a one-stop shop when it comes to fabrication and installation of various types of stone.

Willbii Inc.

2135 Huntington Dr. #201a

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Willbii Inc.

2135 Huntington Dr. #201a

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35 years of experience

Willbii Inc. is a full service landscape and interior design-build firm. We offer competitive landscape contracting services from landscape design to landscape construction to including swimming pool, lighting, patio, driveways and fireplace. We take great pride in our company and our customer service satisfaction. We are hands on every step of the way of each individual project to ensure that the job runs smoothly and the work is being executed as planned.

JB Refinishing Services

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JB Refinishing Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Thinking of remodeling ? Save by refinishing. Call now for your free estimate. Reglazing Bathtubs, Tile & Counters Over 15 Years of experience! We Specialize In Refinishing Kitchen Counters, Bathroom Vanities Shower Enclosures, Tile Enclosures Porcelain and Cast Iron Bathtubs Kitchen and Bowl Sinks. Repairing chips and cracks and restoring the surface to look like new.

"Great professional service. Punctual with their time and the quality of work, cleanliness, and finish was up to an excellent standard. Gonzalo and his finisher Mario were reliable and performed as promised."

JJ P on March 2018

11 years of experience

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LA's Bathtub Reglazing and Refinishing

9605 Otis St Unit B

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LA's Bathtub Reglazing and Refinishing

9605 Otis St Unit B

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LA's Best Tub Reglazing

611 S Catalina St

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LA's Best Tub Reglazing

611 S Catalina St

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LA's Best Tub Reglazing is a licensed bathtub refinishing company in California.

10 years of experience

Natural Stone Restoration and Grout Color Seal and Clean. Stone Daddies can restore any stone surface, including non-stone surfaces ceramic and porcelain. Stone Daddies will restore grout to any color that is needed.

Comsource Services

43264 Business Park Dr., #106

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Comsource Services

43264 Business Park Dr., #106

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10 years of experience

Comsource makes personal connections between local residents who have home improvement projects and the local service contractors who can get the job done right. Our network of hand-selected General Contractors, Handymen, and Service Professionals specialize in providing excellent service and delivering high-quality results for home remodel and renovation projects, landscape designs, as well as all types of home maintenance needs, such as plumbing, HVAC, painting, roofing, home remodeling, landscaping, and electrical. We proudly provide our customers with a NO-COST (yes FREE) concierge-quality personal service experience.

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FAQs for bathtub restoration projects in Lake Elsinore, CA

The cost to refinish a bathtub is $490 for most homeowners. However, this cost can range from $200 to $1,000 or more, depending on your tub's material and condition.

For example, enamel and cast-iron bathtubs are pretty straightforward to refinish, costing between $350 and $600. However, if you have an antique claw-foot tub, you can expect to pay between $500 and $1,200 for refinishing costs due to the care and complexity needed.

For a standard-sized bathtub with minor damage, it takes approximately 3 to 5 hours to refinish. It might take a bit longer if your bathtub refinishing contractor needs to fill in significant cracks or gouges. This is the same if you have a specialty tub, like an oversized bathtub—you can expect your pro to take a bit on the longer side.

If your bathtub is in overall good shape with minor scratches, discoloration, or just general wear and tear, it's best (and less expensive) to refinish it.

If your tub has large cracks, is leaking, or is otherwise severely damaged, we recommend replacing it with a new bathtub. Refinishing a bathtub can only fix superficial problems, so these issues will still be present or reappear after a refinishing.

There are a few signs, both obvious and not so obvious, that it's time to refinish your bathtub. While some of these signs aren't an urgent problem, others could lead to significant damage if left untreated. Signs you should look out for include:

Rust stains, which signal the tub's enamel or surface sealer is deteriorating
Small chips, which can grow into larger chunks and can lead to rusting
Discoloration, which doesn't lead to a more significant problem but can be unsightly
Dirty surfaces, which means that the tub glaze is breaking down and allowing dirt to seep below the coating

Refinishing a bathtub is worth it if your tub has minor damage or is a color that you don't like. The cost of replacing a bathtub is more expensive than simply refinishing one, averaging around $5,300. It's more cost-effective to refinish your tub if you can, but it also gives you the look of a new bathtub without having to replace the whole thing.

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