What bathtub installation typically costs
| Like for like | $2,489–$4,489Old tub out, new tub set and connected. |
|---|---|
| Freestanding, or the drain moves | $4,489–$7,989New drain and water lines. |
Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
When you need it
- A cracked or badly chipped tub
- A leak from the drain or overflow into the ceiling below
- A bathroom renovation with a new tub style
What changes the price
| Type of tub | Freestanding tubs with floor-mounted fillers need the supply and drain moved. |
|---|---|
| Getting it in | Cast iron tubs and tight stairs take extra hands. |
| Surrounding finishes | Tile and flooring around an alcove tub are disturbed when it comes out. |
What the job involves
- Disconnect and remove the old tub.
- Check the floor and the drain position against the new tub.
- Set the new tub level and fully supported.
- Connect the drain, the overflow and the filler.
- Fill it, check for leaks from below where there is access, and seal the edges.
- Time on site
- Usually 1 to 2 days
- Permits
- A plumbing permit may be needed if the drain or supply moves.
How pricing works for this job
There is no one price for bathtub installation, because the factors above change it from one home to the next. It starts with an on-site estimate for $269. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber looks at the job and gives you a price in writing, good for 30 days. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit. Anything found once work has started is priced and approved before it is done.
Call 1-800-604-0631.
Questions people ask
How much does bathtub installation cost in Metro Vancouver?
Like for like: $2,489–$4,489. Freestanding, or the drain moves: $4,489–$7,989. Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
Can a freestanding tub go where my alcove tub is?
Yes. The drain and the water supply usually have to move to suit it.
Will the tile around the tub survive?
Usually the bottom row has to be replaced when an alcove tub comes out.
How heavy is too heavy?
Cast iron and stone tubs can need extra floor support. That is checked before the tub is ordered.
Is the estimate free?
No. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber comes out, looks at the job and gives you a written estimate. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit.
What if you find something unexpected once work starts?
The estimate is based on what can be seen. Anything found once a wall, floor or the ground is open is shown to you, priced and approved before it is done.
