"We switched out the vanity top and bathtub for a walk in shower for our 87 year old father. We love the results! What a beautiful product. Installation was completed within one day and the contractors were fast, professional and respectful of the home environment. The sales rep, Tony, was very knowledgeable of the product and had answers for all our questions. Definitely recommend this company."
"We had half our windows replaced last year & are getting the balance replaced this year. Andy come to our home to look at our remaining windows, get us set up with new windows, & schedule the installation. Instead of just focusing on the remaining windows needing replacement he first checked the windows that had been replaced last year. He discovered a few things that need repair or fixing & scheduled a technician to come out on Friday to get those fixes completed. Andy was thorough & great to work with!"
"Wonderful to work with. The finished project was above and beyond my expectations. I highly recommend them, and will continue to hire them for future projects."
Our mission to our customers is the continuous improvement of our ability to meet their needs and exceed their expectations at every opportunity. Our mission to our employees is to provide a work environment that treats you fairly, with respect and dignity, thereby allowing you to give your best effort to your work. Accomplishing our mission will allow us to be a successful company staffed with successful individuals while conducting business with happy and loyal customers.
"The owner followed through with everything he said, the job was done when he said it would be and it turned out great , me and my wife are happy and I would definitely use him again."
"Darrin and Sharon did an excellent job. The tub and hardware are lovely. They suggested adding an accent border and I am so pleased they suggested it I would recommend Five Star to anybody remodeling. Thanks Guysa!!"
"I only heard from one pro's and he did an estimate today. One other one texted back right away, but have not heard from them again. I have not heard from the third one. I really want more than one estimate. What should I do next?"
"he called me right away. he looked at my dishwasher, found the problem. and I cannot say what he charged me its between him and me. I am very happy. but, i been told i gotta buy a new dishwasher."
"Service took a little longer but well worth the time. Explained what they were doing each step to ensure I was satisfied. Did a very good job. Appreciate you guys!"
Bathtub Replacement questions, answered by experts
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.
An alcove tub is designed to fit into a three-walled enclosure in a bathroom. A drop-in tub, on the other hand, is placed into a custom-built frame or enclosure. This frame can be fitted to an alcove, making a drop-in tub a viable alternative if you want a more custom or spa-like look. Because the frame is custom, drop-in tubs offer more design flexibility and a wider range of materials, such as cultured marble or tile, compared to the simpler acrylic or fiberglass of a typical alcove tub. The frame for a drop-in tub can also be placed anywhere in the bathroom it fits, not just in an alcove.
Resurfacing a bathtub is less expensive than replacing one. Resurfacing a tub costs about $330 to $630, depending on the material, while replacing a tub costs an average of $4,150. But remember that resurfacing is a temporary solution for a worn-out tub, and you may need to refinish a tub every few years to keep it looking new.
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.
You should consider replacing your bathtub if the tub—or any potential refinishing—is older than about 20 years old. However, acrylic and fiberglass bathtubs have a shorter lifespan (about 10 to 15 years). You may decide to replace your bathtub sooner if there are stains or mold you can’t get rid of, no matter how much you clean it, or if you find leaks and cracks that could lead to costly water damage.
The Glen Ullin, ND 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.
