"Very professional people working for this business... from the salesperson who came to explain the whole process to the installer. The installer was extremely neat and arrived on time which I appreciated. I hate when workers arrive late to the job and you're stuck waiting. He did an awesome job, too! No mess to clean up after him, either, which was nice. Very happy with the product, so far. The only reason I'm giving it a slightly lower mark for the value is because it is a bit costly. However, since the bathtub to shower conversion is for an older relative, it's worth the money, Very glad I hired BathPlanet."
"Chance was great. He installed our 3-stage water filtration system (US Water sediment, carbon, and Pulsar UV) with an existing softener, a new water heater, and fixed two shower leaks (one drain, one valve). In all of these, he efficiently evaluated each system and made the necessary updates. This was working with a plumbing system originally installed in the 1980s. Fair pricing, and very professional. We highly recommend him."
"Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value.....We highly recommend L.J. Stone. Our project was to replace our existing tub with a shower. From the first meeting with Connor, who provided the estimate, to Robert who confirmed all measurements and followed up after the install was complete, to Donny Dean and Austin who installed our shower, to the plumber who installed the fixtures, to Mehdi Ayari who came to our home to bring a gift, take pictures and do a final wrap-up, the service we received from L J Stone was EXCELLENT. The shower materials and colors are beautifully made and match our existing decor perfectly. The work was completed in the time we were told it would take to complete. And everyone we worked with was professional, personable and skilled in their trade. We highly recommend L J Stone for any remodeling work you might need. Thank you, L. J. Stone!"
"Brandon and his team did a great job remodeling our bathroom. He was very knowledgeable, respectful and responsive with any questions I had . Will definitely use him again in the future."
"We replaced our bathtub with a walk in shower, and are extremely happy with the work that was provided. In only took one person 6 hours to complete the job, and he was very professional and the quality of work was great. Would hire them again."
"I have hired them three times and was pleased with their pricing, promptness, and quality of work. In each case, the owners, Tino and Tricia, came out to look at the project and delivered the quotes as promised. Tino and his crew were on time and worked diligently to complete our drywall installation. The second project, our kitchen backsplash, was a little more complicated because our tile was delayed. However, Tricia is an excellent project manager and kept me informed throughout the process. Once the tile arrived, Tino and his crew were at our house as scheduled and completed the project with exceptional attention to detail. The third project was the installation of several replacement windows and a new furnace in a rental property we own. The original contractor failed to complete the project, and they came to the rescue."
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! \n
"I had Ken and his crew come out in Dec. 2019 to install a new shower and replace two sink faucets in our primary bathroom. They did a great job. We did need a little warranty work done recently and they sent out a service technician who did what we asked courteously and professionally. I love a company that stands behind their work and Prime Baths in Coal City does just that. Will use them again as needed for sure."
Bathtub Replacement questions, answered by experts
The order of your bathroom renovation should prevent damage to the completed work. Start with demolition and removing the old fixtures. Then, address structural repairs or water damage, if needed. Next, tackle the rough-in phase for plumbing and electrical work, install waterproofing, and work on wall treatments like tile or paint. Install your shower or bathtub, toilet, vanity, and sink. Flooring goes in after major fixtures but before the toilet. Lastly, install new lighting fixtures, mirrors, and other finishing touches as desired.
A good soaking tub will allow you to completely submerge yourself in the water, so it needs to be at least 20 inches deep. Luxury soaking tubs are 24 inches deep so that you can easily have enough space to be submerged in the water once the tub is full.
A peeling bathtub is not a good thing. It’s a sign that the finish is coming off, and continued exposure to water and cleaning products can continue to damage the finish and eventually the underlying structure of the tub. What starts as a few chips or flakes can worsen into large chunks peeling off.
Technically, yes, you can put a shower on a Roman tub, but it's not common. The vast majority of Roman tubs are standalone models. Adding a shower would involve installing a ceiling-mounted curtain rod or a custom glass enclosure, as well as redoing the plumbing, making it neither easy nor budget-friendly.
A chipped bathtub could leak over time if you don’t take care of the issue. A tiny chip isn’t a big deal but may eventually grow into a larger crack. As the months go by, the tub’s barrier against moisture becomes weakened, making it prone to leaking. Large chips can also cause the tub to rust and even crack in half.
The Fort Wayne, IN homeowners’ guide to bathtub replacements
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
We’ll cover the cost of replacing a shower or bathtub drain, whether you can tackle this repair yourself, and what other projects to consider along the way.
