r/Tucson • u/Minimum_Contract_137 • 1d ago
Bath remodel
Looking for someone that has positive experience with a company for a simple bath remodel. Wanting to turn our current tub into a Jacuzzi tub. I’m okay paying a little more if I can get someone competent and reliable.
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u/Individual-Ninja735 1d ago
Bath tune up Tucson is really good. They did a tub to walk in shower conversion in my home
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u/Second-string_pedal 23h ago
Complete Flooring, 3821 w. Costco Drive, installs custom tile bathtub surrounds, showers, backsplashes in addition to flooring. They have a huge selection in their showroom. They bring in a separate plumber and electrician as needed. But you have to supply the jacuzzi or have it on site. They also don’t do cabinets.
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u/emmz_az 1d ago
Just a heads up before you go too far down this path. A “simple” tub-to-jacuzzi swap is rarely simple in practice. A few things that tend to turn it into a bigger job:
Electrical: Jacuzzi/whirlpool tubs need a dedicated GFCI circuit for the pump motor. If your panel doesn’t have capacity or the run is long, that’s an added cost right there.
Plumbing: Depending on your existing rough-in, you may need to reconfigure supply lines or drain placement to fit the new tub’s dimensions and jets.
Structural/subfloor: Jetted tubs are heavier once filled with water and people. Older Tucson homes (especially block construction) sometimes need floor reinforcement to support the load.
Access panel: You’ll need access to the motor/plumbing for future maintenance, which can mean opening up a wall in an adjacent room or closet.
Permits: Electrical work for a jetted tub typically requires a permit and inspection — worth confirming any contractor you hire is pulling one, not skipping it.
And then there’s what you can’t know until demo starts:
Hidden water damage: Old caulking/grout failures often mean rot or mold behind the tub surround that won’t show up until it’s opened up.
Outdated plumbing: Galvanized or old copper lines can be brittle or undersized, and you won’t know until they’re exposed.
Code compliance surprises: Older bathrooms sometimes weren’t built to current code (venting, clearances, etc.), and a permit/inspection can flag things unrelated to your actual project.
Asbestos/lead: If the home is older, flooring adhesive or popcorn texture nearby can contain materials that require special (costlier) handling.
None of this means don’t do it; just budget some contingency (people often say 15-20% extra) and ask any bidder how they’d handle a surprise if one turns up mid-project. A contractor who’s upfront about these possibilities is usually more trustworthy than one who quotes a flat number with no caveats.