I want to install just a bath tub liner. my walls are in like brand new condition. my home was built in 1978. I had one company to come by and they are wanting 6-9 thousand. all I want is someone to professionally install a tub liner. I am a service connected Viet – nam veteran and do not want to spend extra on things that I do not need or want. can you give me a company or person that can do just that professionally?
Earl
Tom’s Answer:
Tom: First off, there’s no way a tub liner should cost that kind of money. It’s usually the cheapest thing you can do to nurse a tub along. Secondly, I probably would have it refinished if it just looks bad, and I’d get a refinishing company, and that way at least you get the integrity of the tub. But do not spend that kind of money, and even a refinish job will be less than $1,000.
Then, of course, if you want to replace the tub you can, but I think really looking at refinishing would be the way to go, but don’t use a company that’s going to charge you $9,000 for a tub liner.
Charlie: They probably have kids in private school or something.
Tom: I don’t know, or maybe it’s some kind of custom thing; he’s got a weird tub. Just have it refinished.
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