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Avatar for Copper Sky Plumbing
Copper Sky Plumbing
4.8(
54
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Bathtub Install or Replace

Serving Waterman, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Copper Sky Plumbing. They are very prompt and professional. We initially used their service to replace a leaky Back Flow Preventer. Since then we had a leak in plumbing between the walls and they made it a priority to immediately visit our house, diagnose the issue, make a small cut in the wall and fix the issue. All this was done without any major dry wall damage."
Electric to Gas
Original bathtub before
Demolition has begun
Shower walls are removed, bathtub is sawed in half for removal.
Ready to begin installation of new shower.

+39

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
12
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Bathtub Install or Replace

Serving Waterman, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From Start to finish, it was the best experience. I was worried about about the project because of passed experiences. But House Doctors quickly put my worries to rest. The Sales team was open and honest from start to finish. Eric and his team were on time clean and did a great job with the shower. Highly recommend House Doctors"
Wet Area Remodel
Wet Area Remodel
Before & After Bathrooms
Wet Area Remodel
Wet Area Remodel

+21

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EMMERICH CUSTOM BUILDING & FINISHING, LLC
5.0(
6
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Bathroom - Remodel

Serving Waterman, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Beau and Emmerich Customs were very professional, and thorough. We renovated our garage into a master suite with a bathroom. He took it from a concrete slab, framed the walls, ran the plumbing, and installed a beautiful walk-in shower in just a short time. He installed the floor, the drywall, mudded and textured the walls, hooked up the double vanity, and even put in the toilet. It was a full bathroom built from scratch. He worked hard, was easy to work with, and finished the job on time and on budget. I would definitely recommend Emmerich customs to anyone."
Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel

+21

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Bath
5.0(
6
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Bathtub Install or Replace

Serving Waterman, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Freedom Bath is a family- and veteran-owned bathtub and shower remodeling company serving homeowners across Chicagoland and the surrounding suburbs for over 20 years.\n\nWe specialize in affordable, quality, and custom-designed bathtub replacements, shower replacements, tub-to-shower conversions, and accessibility solutions designed to improve comfort, safety, and functionality.

Bathtub replacement
Shower replacement
Tub to Shower
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Bathtub Replacement questions, answered by experts

The cost of installing a new bathtub is considerably more expensive than refinishing an existing one, so if you’re looking to upgrade your tub on a budget, you might be better off refinishing it for now. Additionally, if your tub has only minor damage, refinishing it will make it look new again without the extra demolition and time. 

If you have an alcove in your bathroom, you don’t necessarily need to install an alcove tub. You can choose a drop-in tub and fit the frame to the alcove. This allows you to get a more custom or spa-like look. Think cultured marble or tiling for the frame versus the simpler look of acrylic or fiberglass with an alcove tub.

A powder room cannot have a bath. If it had a bath, it would likely be considered a three-quarter bath or full bath, depending on the other features. You might hear the term “powder room” used to describe a bathroom used by guests, but it wouldn’t technically be a powder room. However, powder rooms or half baths are ideal for guests because they can use it without entering the more private areas of the home.

Different bathtub materials have various advantages and disadvantages. Cast iron and copper are considered the most durable materials because they are dense and resistant to damage from scratches or dents. However, cast-iron tubs are heavy, expensive, and may not be suitable for upper floors. Copper offers unique benefits but requires regular chemical treatment to prevent a patina from forming, making cast iron a less maintenance-intensive option. Porcelain is a good second choice for durability. For those on a budget, acrylic is a popular option, though it is less durable.

Start by gutting the old fixtures and features that need to be removed, such as the tile, vanity, and flooring. You may benefit by removing the toilet, even if you intend to use the same one. Next, install the new shower or tub, followed by the flooring, and then the drywall, which you should then paint. After that, install your new cabinets, vanity, countertop, sink, and faucet, in that order. Replace your light fixture next. Lastly, reconnect the toilet.

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