Homeowners hear wildly different numbers when they start searching “cost for reglazing a bathtub.” Quotes can range from a few hundred dollars to well over a thousand. At CountBricks, we streamline the confusion by tying every estimate to real-time material pricing, labor productivity rates, and local market conditions. The result is a crystal-clear figure you can trust—delivered by voice or text in seconds.
• Reglazing restores the existing tub’s finish, saving demolition time and landfill fees
• Material outlay is a fraction of the price of a new cast-iron or acrylic unit
• Most projects finish in one day, minimizing homeowner disruption
Based on thousands of CountBricks takeoffs, the average residential cost for reglazing a bathtub lands between $450 and $800. A basic 5' porcelain-on-steel tub in good shape skews toward the low end. Older cast-iron units with heavy rust, or jobs that require color matching for designer interiors, approach the top of the spectrum.
1. Surface Condition
Chips, spider cracks, or deep stains demand extra prep. Each additional hour of surface restoration adds roughly $60 in labor on a CountBricks estimate.
2. Ventilation & Containment
Professional reglazing produces overspray and odors. Setting up fans, filters, and masking material adds $40–$75 in consumables and labor.
3. Primer & Topcoat Chemistry
CountBricks catalogs more than 15 EPA-compliant coating systems. High-performance polyurethanes cost about 35% more than entry-level epoxy, but they double the warranty period—value that pays off in high-wear family bathrooms.
4. Accessibility
Second-floor tubs or tight hallways push setup time and can add a 5–10% surcharge in dense urban settings.
1. Our estimator listens to your voice description of the tub’s size, age, and condition.
2. CountBricks AI matches your details with regional labor rates, material SKUs, and production benchmarks.
3. A dynamic line-item breakdown appears—primer, topcoat, masking, cleanup—so you see precisely where every dollar goes.
4. One tap converts the estimate into a branded PDF quote, ready to email or e-sign.
• Silicone removal: Old caulking around the apron can hide mildew and adds 30–45 minutes of labor
• Drain flange replacement: If the gasket crumbles during masking, a $25 part can become an emergency trip fee
• Hot-water availability: Homeowners that turn off water heaters during remodels force techs to bring portable heaters—$40 rental on the invoice
CountBricks data shows replacing a tub, tile surround, and plumbing rough-ins averages $6,800 in today’s residential market. By choosing reglazing, homeowners free up nearly $6,000 to upgrade lighting, vanities, or save for the next project. Contractors keep schedules lean, and everyone avoids multi-week punch-list headaches.
Residential clients often assume a reglazed surface is fragile. In reality, a properly etched and bonded finish should last 10–15 years with basic care. CountBricks users can embed warranty language directly inside invoices, auto-populated from our legal-approved templates to protect both contractor and client.
• Pre-qualify surfaces via smartphone photos uploaded to CountBricks.com/portal to avoid on-site surprises
• Offer a discounted anti-slip additive as an upsell—91% acceptance rate in family homes
• Schedule reglazing work after 10 a.m. to allow HVAC crews full access and reduce odor complaints
• Use the CountBricks voice timer to track cure intervals and document quality control in the cloud
Ready to lock in the precise cost for reglazing a bathtub on your next residential project? Start a live voice session today. You’ll leave with a detailed estimate, a branded proposal, and the confidence that every decimal point reflects current market reality. Visit CountBricks.com/services to begin.
A CountBricks contractor recently tackled a 1960s porcelain tub showing rust rings and faded avocado paint. The homeowner wanted a fresh white finish without the mess of demolition.
• Location: Central Las Vegas
• Original surface: Porcelain-on-steel with localized pitting
• Scope: Clean, acid-etch, spot-fill, prime, and spray two-part polyurethane topcoat
• Total area: 60 square feet including apron and overflow face
1. Labor: 4.5 hours at $62/hr = $279
2. Materials: High-solid primer, topcoat, masking film, respirator cartridges = $146
3. Surface repair filler: $38
4. Ventilation setup & teardown: $42
5. Overhead & profit (15%): $76
Total Cost for Reglazing the Bathtub: $581
The entire job wrapped in eight hours, including cure time. Thanks to CountBricks’ automated invoicing, the homeowner e-signed and paid before the technician left the driveway. Post-project survey scores hit 9.8/10 for cleanliness, timeline, and value.
• Pre-job photo documentation inside CountBricks.com/portal reduced change-order risk to zero
• Using a colorimeter attachment recommended by CountBricks ensured a flawless shade match to the existing sink
• Automated follow-up emails sent at 30-, 90-, and 365-day intervals generated two referral projects within the same neighborhood
Whether you’re a contractor aiming to boost margins or a homeowner hunting value, CountBricks delivers clarity, speed, and confidence on every reglaze. Start your own case study at CountBricks.com/consultation and see live numbers in under three minutes.
