In Hollywood, Florida, a bathtub replacement generally runs about $1,500 to $4,500 installed for a standard alcove tub, and roughly $4,000 to $12,000 once the surround, tile, plumbing or layout changes. Green Contractors FL quotes each Hollywood bathtub project after seeing the space, and financing is available. Call (786) 519-0391.
- A like-for-like tub swap is the cheapest path because the drain, valve and framing stay where they are.
- Most of the cost jump in Hollywood comes from tile and waterproofing, not from the tub itself.
- Moving the drain or changing the bathroom layout is what turns a one-tub job into a remodel-priced job.
- Condo and high-rise bathrooms in Hollywood add access, shut-off and scheduling steps that a single-family house does not have.
- Green Contractors FL is a licensed contractor (CGC1535102) based on Hollywood Blvd, and offers financing on remodeling work.
What you are actually paying for
The tub is usually the smallest line on a bathtub quote. The price is set by what has to be opened, waterproofed and closed back up around it.
A bathtub sits inside a wet wall assembly. Pull the old tub out and you are also touching tile, backer board, waterproofing, the drain and overflow, the mixing valve and the trim. That is why two Hollywood homeowners can both say “I just need a new tub” and get quotes thousands of dollars apart.
- The tub unit – acrylic alcove tubs are the least expensive; cast iron, drop-in and freestanding soaking tubs cost more and are heavier to handle.
- Demolition and disposal – removing an old tub and its tile surround creates real debris that has to leave the property.
- Tile and stone installation – the surround is often the single biggest cost after the tub, and large-format tile costs more to set than small field tile.
- Plumbing work – reusing the existing drain and valve is cheap; relocating the drain or replacing a valve inside the wall is not.
- Waterproofing – the membrane or waterproofing system behind the tile is the part nobody sees and the part that decides whether the job lasts.
- Finishes – a new tub filler, showerhead, glass panel, lighting and flooring all ride along with the decision.
Typical cost ranges by scenario
The figures below are general South Florida market ranges for planning purposes, not a Green Contractors FL quote. Your actual number depends on the bathroom, the tub you pick and the condition of what is behind the tile.
| Scenario | Typical installed range | What is usually involved |
|---|---|---|
| Like-for-like tub swap (acrylic alcove) | $1,500 – $4,500 | Remove old tub, set new tub in the same footprint, reuse drain and valve, patch the surround |
| New tub plus new tile surround | $4,000 – $9,000 | Full demo of the wet wall, new waterproofing, tile and stone installation, new valve and trim |
| Tub to shower conversion | $5,000 – $12,000 | Remove tub, new base or curb, drain adjustment, tile, niche, glass panel or door |
| Freestanding or soaking tub install | $4,000 – $15,000+ | Floor or deck-mounted filler, supply and drain rework, floor prep, finish plumbing |
| Full bathroom remodel including the tub | $15,000 – $40,000+ | New layout, vanities and cabinets, sinks, lighting, flooring, tile, complete design |
Why Hollywood bathrooms price the way they do
Hollywood has a lot of 1950s through 1980s housing stock, plus a heavy mix of condos and mid-rise buildings from the beach to the western neighborhoods. Both of those facts show up on a bathtub quote.
In older single-family homes, the plumbing is often run through a concrete slab. Keeping the drain exactly where it is keeps the job simple and affordable. Moving it means cutting the slab, which is a different scope and a different price.
In condos and high-rise units, the building itself adds steps: a water riser has to be shut down on the building’s schedule, materials come up in a service elevator, work happens inside the building’s approved hours, and debris goes out a specific route. None of that is unusual, but it is real labor and real coordination, and it is the main reason a Hollywood condo tub replacement can cost more than the identical tub in a house a few blocks inland.
Older bathrooms also hide surprises. Once the tile comes off, soft framing or long-term moisture damage behind the surround is a common find, and repairing it properly is not optional.
Cheaper option: think about scope before you shop tubs
If budget is the priority, the biggest savings are decided before anyone picks a tub.
- Keep the footprint. Same drain, same valve location, same framing is the single largest cost saver.
- Choose an acrylic alcove tub. Lighter to install, faster to set, less expensive than cast iron or freestanding.
- Limit the tile area. Tiling to a standard height instead of floor to ceiling reduces material and labor.
- Bundle what you already plan to change. If new flooring, lighting or a vanity is coming anyway, doing it in one mobilization costs less than three separate visits.
If your remodeling plans extend beyond the bathroom, see How Much Does Kitchen Design Cost in Hollywood, FL? for a look at budgeting on that project too.
If a tub nobody in the household actually uses is the real problem, a tub to shower conversion is often the better spend than a replacement tub. If two or more elements of the room are already dated, price a full bathroom remodel alongside the tub quote and compare, because the demo and tile setup are shared costs either way.
How Green Contractors FL prices your bathtub
Green Contractors FL is a family-owned licensed contractor (CGC1535102) at 4624 Hollywood Blvd #203, Hollywood, FL 33021, working across Hollywood, Dania Beach, Hallandale Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Aventura and the wider Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County areas.
Because the number depends on the wall behind your tile and the tub you choose, quoting happens after seeing the bathroom, not over a form. Bathtubs, replacement tubs, shower remodels, tub to shower conversions, tile and stone installation, vanities and cabinets, sinks, lighting and full bathroom design are all handled in house, so one team carries the job from layout to finish. Financing is available on remodeling work.
Get a real number for your bathroom
Ballpark ranges are useful for setting a budget. A written quote on your actual bathroom is what you make a decision on. Call Green Contractors FL at (786) 519-0391 to schedule a look at your Hollywood bathroom and get your bathtub project priced properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to replace a bathtub in Hollywood, FL?
A like-for-like acrylic alcove tub replacement generally runs about $1,500 to $4,500 installed in the Hollywood area. Adding a new tile surround typically moves it into the $4,000 to $9,000 range.
Is a tub to shower conversion cheaper than replacing the bathtub?
No, a tub to shower conversion usually costs more, generally in the $5,000 to $12,000 range, because it involves a new base, drain adjustment, tile and glass. It is worth it when nobody in the home actually uses the tub.
Why is a bathtub more expensive in a Hollywood condo than in a house?
Condo and high-rise work adds a building water shut-off on the building's schedule, service elevator access, restricted work hours and a set debris route. That coordination and labor is real cost the same tub would not carry in a single-family home.
Does Green Contractors FL offer financing on bathroom work?
Yes, financing is available on remodeling work including bathtubs and bathroom remodels. Call (786) 519-0391 to discuss options for your project.
How do I get an exact bathtub price for my bathroom?
Pricing is done after seeing the bathroom, because the drain location, the condition behind the tile and the tub you choose all change the number. Call Green Contractors FL at (786) 519-0391 to schedule that visit.