"We had a Great experience with Unity Bath and Shower! We had our old fiberglass tub/shower removed and replaced with a beautiful shower with a sliding door. Jerrod was great to work with, he made sure all of our wants were taken care of and made it work within our budget. The price for the project was less than 2 other bids we got and the product is way better. THANKS AGAIN UNITY!"
"Peter was on time, and very well equipped. He removed my old hot tub and replaced it with a beautiful Jacuzzi shower! He got all that work done by supper time. It's surprising how much work one man can get done in one day! I couldn't be happier with the end result!! He cleaned up afterwards, and I highly recommend him and Trident."
"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."
Tundraland is a top quality home improvement company that offers one-day Jacuzzi bath and shower remodels, including tub to shower conversions. The Tundraland culture is based on passionate, genuine enthusiasm and is reflected by every Tundraland employee treating your home like it's their own. All installation team members are Tundraland employees, so quality and care is ensured. Tundraland is considered to be one of the best places in Minnesota to work and every product they install comes with a lifetime warranty. Tundraland strives to impact its customers, its employees and the community as a whole. Learn more by visiting www.tundraland.com.
"Lipinski Plumbing did an excellent job. Not only timely service, but they came earlier than scheduled as they had a cancellation. Will definitely hire them again and recommend them"
"Valerie did an incredible job showing me options from Sentrel Bath Systems for converting my tub and shower to a walk in shower. I loved the DaBella experience and can't wait to start using my beautiful shower!"
"Peak recently did a kitchen remodel for us. We replaced the tile floor with hard wood, updated the island with painted cabinets and reconfigured a few other cabinets. We replaced the countertops, backsplash and the window over the sink. Peak did a great job of coordinating multiple vendors and overseeing a lot of details. The work was done professionally and timely. Ken, our project coordinator, provided frequent updates, was always available when we had questions and followed up on all issues very quickly. We were very pleased with how everything turned out."
Priority Construction Services has proudly served the construction industry since 1992, beginning as a trusted subcontractor for many of the largest home builders in Rochester, MN, and the surrounding areas. Our company was built on a foundation of reliability, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional service. We take pride in executing every project with precision and delivering lasting value to our customers. \n\nPriority Construction Services is also recognized as an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor and a Pella Platinum Premier Certified Contractor, distinctions that reflect our commitment to the highest standards of product knowledge, installation quality, and customer satisfaction. These elite certifications are awarded to a select group of contractors and require ongoing training, proven performance, and strict adherence to manufacturer guidelines.
Bathtub Replacement questions, answered by experts
Acrylic tubs can fade or turn yellow over time due to thick layers of accumulated dirt, hard water deposits from minerals, and shampoo or soap dyes. Also, as an acrylic tub ages, it may become dull or change color due to changes in the acrylic itself.
Yes, you can remove a bathtub yourself if you have previous DIY experience and basic plumbing knowledge. You should have at least one other person help you if you approach this project as a DIY. However, hiring a plumber or bathroom remodeling pro can prevent accidental damage from demolition or water leakage.
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.
While they’re heavier than their counterparts, cast-iron tubs are very simple to maintain. They have no seams and are durable, making them the easiest tub to maintain. While fiberglass and acrylic tubs are also relatively simple to maintain, they often have seams, making maintenance a little more difficult.
The plumbing industry has standardized the sizes for bathtub drains. They are 1 1/2 inches wide to fit all standard bathtubs from 14 to 26 inches deep. The standard sizing is to ensure that the drain fits into the P trap, a special part of your piping that prevents sewer water from bubbling up into your home (yuck).
The Saint Charles, MN 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.
