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Bathrooms · Los Angeles & The Valley

Bathtub Installation in Los Angeles

Soaking tubs, replacements, and conversions, installed clean and sealed right.

5.0 average rating · Licensed CA contractor #1091248

Our Approach

Bathtub Installation, done the Girl Flip way

Whether you want a freestanding soaking tub or a straightforward replacement, we set it level, plumb it properly, and finish the surround so it looks and works beautifully.

What's Included

What we handle

01

Soaking Tubs

Freestanding and built-in soaking tubs.

02

Tub Replacement

Swapping an old tub for a new one.

03

Surrounds

Tiled and finished tub surrounds.

04

Plumbing

Proper plumbing and drainage.

05

Fixtures

Faucets and fillers installed clean.

06

Shower-to-Tub

Adding a tub where you want one.

How It Works

How bathtub installation works, step by step

A tub touches plumbing, framing and waterproofing, so the sequence matters. Here is how the job runs.

1

Discovery call

A short call about the tub you want, your bathroom and any plans to change the layout.

2

Site walk

We check the floor, the drain location, the shutoffs and the wall condition, and confirm the tub fits the space and the doorway.

3

Selections and ordering

You choose the tub, fixtures and surround. Freestanding and cast iron tubs add weight, so we confirm the floor can carry them.

4

Demo, plumbing and install

The old tub is removed, plumbing is set, the new tub is set level and the walls are waterproofed before tile or panels go up.

5

Final walkthrough

We test the drain, the fill and the fixtures with you and check every seal.

Choices that change the result

  • Freestanding or alcove. A freestanding tub is a centerpiece and needs floor clearance and the right drain and fill. An alcove tub saves space and suits a shower and tub combination.
  • Tub material. Acrylic is light and warm. Cast iron is heavy and holds heat. Solid surface and stone resin sit in between in feel and price.
  • Surround. Tile gives the most design freedom, and panels are quicker. Either way, waterproofing behind it is what makes it last.
  • Tub to shower. Some homeowners swap a tub for a walk-in shower, which changes the plumbing and the waterproofing plan.
Permits and Code

Do you need a permit to replace or install a bathtub in Los Angeles?

Replacing a tub in the same spot usually does not need a permit. Moving the drain or fixtures, adding a freestanding tub or changing the layout often does, and in the City of Los Angeles that comes from LADBS. We confirm what applies and handle the paperwork. See our shower installation and bathroom remodeling in Los Angeles pages for related work.

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Good Questions

Bathtub Installation FAQs

Can you install a freestanding tub?
Yes, freestanding soaking tubs are a popular request, and we handle the plumbing and finish around them.
Can you replace just the tub?
We can do a focused tub replacement or fold it into a larger bathroom remodel.
Do you tile the surround?
Yes, a finished, waterproofed surround is part of doing it right.
How long does it take to replace a bathtub?
A simple like-for-like swap can be quick, but a new surround, tile or plumbing changes add time for waterproofing and curing. We give you a schedule after the site walk and tell you what could change it.
Can you install a tub where there is none now?
Sometimes. It depends on the floor structure, the plumbing runs and the space. We check these on the site walk and tell you plainly whether it works and what it involves.
Do I need a permit to install a bathtub in Los Angeles?
Usually not for a replacement in the same place. Moving the drain or fixtures, or changing the layout, often needs one. In the City of Los Angeles the permit comes from LADBS. We tell you which case applies and handle the permit when one is needed.
What should I know before choosing a freestanding tub?
These tubs are heavy once filled, need floor clearance and need the right drain and fill location. We check the floor and the plumbing before you order, so the tub you love actually fits.

Let's flip your space!

Tell us about your project and we'll set up a discovery call to talk it through. Serving LA and the Valley.

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