Bathtub installation and repairs are one of my favorite jobs to take on. Contrary to popular belief, bathtub installation projects do not have to be a lot of hard work, with proper planning of course! There are many different styles of bathtubs, and in recent years they have added comfort and luxury with features such as jet tubs. Regardless of what the problem is with your bath, you can count on me as your Seattle Bathtub installation expert! We can stop your tubs leaks, caulking issues, broken pipes, leaking pipes, install a new tub– you name it!
If your bathtub is outdated or sits awkwardly in the corner of your bathroom, taking up too much space and looking out of sorts, there is hope! Frame-less bath enclosures have become stylish solutions to otherwise dismal looking bathrooms. They add charm and personality all the while being incredibly affordable and very easy to take care of. Frame-less enclosures are made out of glass, making them easy to blend in with your bathroom’s existing decor and adding sophistication.
Bathtub Installation Procedures
As I said, bathtubs installations sound a lot more intimidating than they actually are. By no means would I ever advocate for a homeowner to do anything that they are not comfortable doing, and this information should not be used in lieu of talking to a Washington licensed plumber. Without further adieu, here are the quick steps to a new bathtub in Seattle.Turn off all of the water to your home
While you could just turn off the water to your bathroom, why risk it? It takes practically the same amount of time to turn off water to the whole house, and you will have piece of mind knowing that you won’t have any bigger accidents in store. Like I was told growing up, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.
Put down a tarp
This will get a little messy, and an easier clean up always makes for a better job!
Remove the existing tub
Claw-foot and raised tubs (such as an iron tub) are much easier to remove than acrylic tubs. If your current tub is acrylic, there is a possibility that you might have to do some structural remodeling if you are changing the style of the tub. To begin, you will need to remove all fixtures and the tub spout. Next you need to take off the access panel and remove the drain and the overflow. Now the fun part — using a pry bar, pull the tub away from the floor. Please be sure you have someone, preferably a licensed plumber, help you with these steps in your bathroom remodeling and renovation project!
Prepare
Once you have the old bathtub removed (which may or may not be in pieces) you need to prep the bathroom for your new tub. This should included framing, checking clearances, and pipes.
Put it back together
Once you have your new bathtub in place, reconnect the pipes and install your plumbing fixtures. To prevent any leaks, you may also want to seal the seams of your new tub as well!
While this is certainly not a task I would recommend home owners doing as their first project, I have been installing bathtubs in Seattle for over 35 years. I have the tools, experience, and know-how to make your bathroom renovation project a breeze! Please feel free to get in touch for a free quote, or check out our plumbing showroom for some ideas!
