Fixtures
Tub Installation
Tub installation is one of the more physically demanding fixture jobs — proper drain alignment, subfloor support, and waterproofing all matter more than the tub itself.
We install new bathtubs, including standard alcove tubs, soaking tubs, and tub-to-shower conversions, with attention to drain alignment, overflow connection, and surrounding waterproofing before tile or surround installation.
In older NYC buildings, this often involves working around cast-iron tubs that weigh several hundred pounds and require careful removal, plus subfloor inspection since decades of moisture exposure are common beneath older tubs.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Tub Installation
Existing tub is cracked, chipped, or heavily worn
Renovating the bathroom and replacing the tub
Converting an old tub to a walk-in shower
Soft or spongy subfloor felt around the tub area
Upgrading to a soaking or jetted tub
Common Causes
What Usually Causes This
Realistic explanations, not a diagnosis of your specific property — an on-site visit confirms the actual cause.
- Porcelain or acrylic surface cracking or chipping after years of use
- A cast-iron tub's enamel wearing through in high-contact areas, exposing the metal underneath
- Long-term moisture exposure softening the subfloor beneath an aging tub, especially where caulk or grout failed years earlier
- A desire to convert an underused tub to a walk-in shower for accessibility or space
Our Process
How It Works
Old tub removal
The existing tub is carefully removed, checking the subfloor beneath it.
Subfloor & drain prep
Any subfloor damage is addressed and drain/overflow alignment confirmed.
New tub installation
The new tub is set, leveled, and connected.
Waterproofing & test
Surrounding waterproofing is completed and the drain is tested.
Pricing Guidance
Typical Cost Factors
Tub installation costs depend on the tub material, whether subfloor repair is needed, and the scope of surrounding waterproofing, so pricing follows an on-site assessment. What typically factors in:
Final pricing is confirmed after the old tub is removed and the subfloor is inspected.
NYC Considerations
What's Different About NYC Housing
- Older Brooklyn and Manhattan buildings often still have original cast-iron tubs, which require careful, heavy-duty removal that newer acrylic tubs don't
- Decades-old caulk and grout failures beneath prewar tubs are a common source of subfloor moisture damage discovered only once the tub comes out
- Tub-to-shower conversions are increasingly common in co-op and condo renovations where space and accessibility are priorities
Our Work
Before & After
Photo gallery of specific completed jobs coming soon — here's what the visit typically looks like.
Tub Installation photos coming soon
Tub Installation photos coming soon
Reviews
What Homeowners Say
“I had a leak in my living room ceiling and couldn't figure out where it was coming from. Keon and his employee showed up quickly after I reached out. They were professional, patient, and took the time to explain everything to me.”
Lisa B.
Brooklyn, NY · Pipe Repair
“Worked on the complicated pipes in our 125-year-old home. We were satisfied with the work and would hire again.”
Makeba D.
Brooklyn, NY · Pipe Repair
“Keon was able to come the same day. He was very meticulous pinpointing the issue and tried to be as minimally invasive as possible.”
Elias Z.
Brooklyn, NY · Pipe Repair
Service Area
Tub Installation Across New York
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A straightforward swap typically takes one day; subfloor repair or tub-to-shower conversions can take longer.
Yes, our teams are equipped to safely remove and dispose of cast-iron and other heavy legacy tubs.
Yes, subfloor condition is always inspected once the old tub is removed, since moisture damage is common in older installations.
Yes, tub-to-shower conversions are a common project we handle as part of bathroom remodeling.
Yes, including the additional plumbing and electrical coordination jetted tubs typically require.
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