Cuts copper pipe cleanly without deforming the end, so fittings seat properly and the joint does not weep. A clean cut is the difference between a supply line that holds for 20 years and one that drips in a month.
Bathtub Installation southlake TX done clean, code-correct, and on schedule
Bathtub installation southlake TX homeowners can schedule without the guesswork starts with a real measurement, not a showroom guess. We pull the old tub, check the subfloor and drain, set the new one level, and test every connection before we leave.
Serving southlake and nearby areas.
How big is the tub job?
Drain move
Trap arm re-routed, floor leveled, new filler set
- 1. Swap only Same footprint, drain stays put, new tub set and tested
- 2. Drain move Trap arm re-routed, floor leveled, new filler set
- 3. Full rebuild Subfloor repair, new drain and supply, surround work planned first
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- Camera firstWe look inside the drain line
- Level checkTub set flat before we connect
What our bathtub installation includes
Every tub install we do covers the plumbing work that makes the tub safe and functional.
Work order
Bathtub Installation- Old tub removal and disposal: We disconnect the drain, overflow, and supply lines, then remove the old tub and haul it away. Cast iron goes out on a dolly to protect your floors and door frames. You do not need to rent a dumpster or find a disposal site.
- New drain and overflow set: We install a new drain shoe, overflow plate, and gasket matched to your tub. The wax ring and slip nuts are replaced, not reused. This is the single most common source of tub leaks, and we do not cut corners on it.
- Supply line and shutoff hookup: New supply lines go in with fresh shutoff valves. If the existing copper is corroded or the angle stops will not hold, we replace them with copper pipe or PEX tubing and brass fittings. You get a clean, code-correct connection behind the wall.
- Level set and seal: The tub is shimmed and set level at the apron so it does not rock or pool water. We seal the perimeter with the right caulk or grout for your surround material, and we check the gap at the floor line before we call it done.
- Full fill-and-drain test: We fill the tub to the overflow, let it sit, then drain it while watching the access panel and the ceiling below. If anything weeps, we fix it before we leave. You get a tub that holds water and drains fully, verified on site.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We measure the alcove or floor space, photograph the drain and supply lines, check the shutoffs, and note any soft subfloor.
Bathtub installation at Southlake homes
Tub work for single-family homes, townhomes, and condos across Southlake.
Alcove tub swap
Same footprint, one-day install
Freestanding soaker
Drain re-routed to fit the tub
Walk-in tub
Low step, seat, and door seal
Tub-to-shower
Convert the alcove to a shower
Bathtub installation for Southlake businesses
Tub and bath plumbing for rental and hospitality properties in the Southlake area.
Rental properties
Tub swaps between tenants
Short-term rentals
Fast turnarounds on tub replacement
Small hotels
Bath unit repair and replacement
What bathtub installation southlake TX really involves
A tub that leaks or will not drain costs you more every month you wait. We set it level, connect it right, and test it before we leave.
It is not a drop-in job. We cut off the water, disconnect the overflow and shoe fitting, protect the floor, and lift the old unit out. Then we inspect the subfloor for soft spots, check the drain rough-in height, and confirm the new tub matches the alcove dimensions before it ever comes off the truck. A Kohler or American Standard tub that is a half inch too wide will not fit a 60-inch alcove, and we would rather find that in the driveway than in your bathroom.
Southlake homes range from 1990s Carillon builds to newer custom houses near Clariden Ranch, and the tubs in them fail for different reasons. Older steel and cast iron units rust through at the drain, while acrylic tubs crack at the apron after years of stepping in and out. If you are searching for bathtub installation near me southlake TX because your tub flexes, stains, or will not hold water, we can tell you on the first visit whether a repair buys you time or a new tub is the smarter spend. We also handle tub-to-shower conversions when a walk-in setup makes more sense for the household.
- What it is
- Removal and set of a new bathtub with new drain and supply connections
- When it helps
- Cracked shell, slow drain, ceiling stain, or a planned bath remodel
- What you get
- A level tub that holds water, drains fully, and passes inspection
How our bathtub installation process runs
Five steps, no surprises. Here is exactly what happens from the first phone call to the final drain test on a Southlake Oakline Plumbing tub install.
Tools and methods we use on tub installs
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Used for copper sweat joints where we tie new supply lines into existing copper. We protect the surrounding framing with a heat shield and pressure-test every joint before the wall goes back.
Crimps press fittings on copper and PEX without an open flame, which is safer in tight alcoves and finished walls. It gives us a mechanical, code-approved connection in spaces where a torch is risky.
Clears hair, soap scum, and scale from the tub branch line before the new tub is set. Running the line while the tub is out is far easier than pulling an overflow later.
Lets us see inside the drain and sewer line to confirm the branch is clear and the main is sound. If we spot root intrusion or a cracked section, we show you the footage before recommending a repair.
When Southlake homeowners call us for a tub
A 1990s Carillon home with a builder-grade garden tub that has cracked at the drain and stains the ceiling below.
We pull the old tub, repair the soft subfloor, set a new acrylic alcove tub, and replace the drain shoe, overflow, and…
HomesA Clariden Ranch primary bath remodel where the homeowner wants a 67-inch freestanding soaker and a floor-mounted filler.
We re-route the trap arm to land inside the tub footprint, set the rough-in height to the manufacturer's spec, level the floor,…
HomesA multigenerational household near Southlake Town Square where an aging parent needs a walk-in tub with a low step and a built-in seat.
We measure the doorway and alcove, confirm the model fits, set the tub, seal the door, wire the pump, and test the…
HomesA homeowner in Timarron who wants to convert a rarely used tub into a walk-in shower during a bathroom refresh.
We cap the tub drain, re-route to a shower drain, set a tile-ready pan, and install a Moen or Delta valve system…
Homes
How tub installation runs in Southlake
Southlake sits in Tarrant County, and the housing stock here ranges from 1990s Carillon and Timarron builds to newer custom homes near Clariden Ranch. That mix matters for tub work.
Timarron
Many homes here still have original garden tubs from the 1990s. Cracked aprons and failed overflow gaskets are the two most common calls we get in this neighborhood.
Clariden Ranch
Newer custom homes with larger primary baths. Freestanding tub installs here often need the drain re-routed to land inside the tub footprint instead of behind it.
Carillon
A mix of 1990s and 2000s builds with alcove tubs. We see a lot of soft subfloor around the drain from years of slow leaks that went unnoticed.
- Timarron
- Clariden Ranch
- Carillon
- Southlake Town Square
- Estes Park
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoCracked garden tub to new alcove tub
Before: A 1998 Carillon home had a garden tub with a hairline crack at the drain and a brown stain on the ceiling below. The overflow gasket had failed years earlier and the subfloor around the drain was soft. The homeowner was using a towel to soak up water after every bath.
After: We pulled the old tub, replaced the soft plywood, set a new acrylic alcove tub, and installed a new drain shoe, overflow, and wax ring. The ceiling stain stopped spreading within a week. The full fill-and-drain test passed on the first try, and the tub empties in under two minutes.
Freestanding soaker in a primary bath
Before: A Clariden Ranch primary bath had a built-in tub the homeowners never used. They wanted a 67-inch freestanding soaker with a floor-mounted filler, but the existing drain was behind the tub footprint and the floor sloped a quarter inch toward the old drain.
After: We re-routed the trap arm, set the rough-in height to the manufacturer's spec, leveled the floor, and installed the freestanding tub and filler. The tub sits flat, drains fully, and the inspector signed off on the first visit. The job took two days.
Walk-in tub for a multigenerational home
Before: A household near Southlake Town Square needed a walk-in tub for an aging parent. The bathroom doorway was narrow and the alcove was a standard 60 inches. The old tub had a high step-over that had become unsafe, and the shutoff valves behind it would not close fully.
After: We measured the doorway and confirmed the model would fit, replaced the shutoff valves, set the walk-in tub, sealed the door, wired the pump, and tested the fill and drain with the user present. Install took three days. The door seal holds and the tub drains fully.
Tub problems we fix for Southlake homeowners
Most tub calls start with one of these four symptoms. Each one has a different fix, and guessing wrong costs money.
Cracked or flexing tub floor
Water seeps through the crack into the subfloor and the ceiling below, and the flex gets worse every time someone steps in.
Tub drains slowly or backs up
Standing water in the tub is usually a clogged branch line or a failing drain shoe.
Leak staining the ceiling below
A brown ring on the ceiling under the bath is almost always a failed overflow gasket, a loose slip nut, or a cracked drain shoe.
Tub will not hold water
A tub that drains while you are in it usually has a bad stopper, a misaligned drain shoe, or a warped overflow plate.
Why homeowners replace the tub instead of patching it
A failing tub is a water problem waiting to happen.
No more hidden leaks
A cracked tub or failed overflow gasket drips into the ceiling below for months before you notice.
Correct drain height
Freestanding tub installation southlake requires the drain rough-in to land inside the tub's footprint, not behind it.
Code-correct from day one
Tub installs fall under the Uniform Plumbing Code and International Plumbing Code, and Tarrant County inspectors check the trap, venting, and access panel.
A tub that fits your household
Walk in tub installation southlake is the right call when a parent needs a low step-in and a built-in seat.
What you receive on a tub job
Clear records you can keep and share.
Written scope
Tub type, drain work, and subfloor repair listed
Before photos
Drain and subfloor condition documented
Test record
Fill-and-drain test noted on the job sheet
16 years of Southlake tub and bath work
Southlake Oakline Plumbing has been installing and repairing tubs since 2010, which puts us at 16 years serving Tarrant County homeowners.
Drain rough-in height
Measured against the new tub spec so the drain lands inside the footprint and the tub drains fully
Subfloor moisture
Checked around the drain and apron for soft spots that would let the new tub settle out of level
Shutoff condition
Tested before removal so we know whether the valves hold or need replacement during the install
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Towns we serve.
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What Southlake homeowners say
Our 20-year-old garden tub had a crack at the drain and we were worried about the ceiling below. Southlake Oakline measured the alcove, told us the exact tub sizes that would fit, and had the new one set and tested in a day. They replaced the overflow gasket and the wax ring without me asking. No leaks, no mess, and they hauled the old tub off. The price matched the quote exactly.
We wanted a freestanding tub in the primary bath, and the drain was in the wrong spot. Their plumber re-routed the trap arm, set the new floor-mounted filler, and leveled the floor before the tub went in. It took two days and they kept us posted the whole time. The inspector signed off on the first visit. That alone was worth hiring them.
My mother moved in with us and needed a walk-in tub. They walked us through step-in height, seat depth, and the door seal before we ordered anything, which saved us from buying the wrong model. Install took three days with the pump wiring. They tested it with her in it and showed her how the drain works. Patient, clean, and no upselling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the first few minutes. The team can cover the rest.
Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(682) 470-5111Subfloor repair, tile work, and moving supply lines add to the total. We give you a firm written number after we measure.
You can, but the two failure points are the drain height and the overflow gasket, and both are hard to fix after the tub is set. A tub that sits a quarter inch high will not drain fully, and a misaligned wax ring leaks into the ceiling below. If you want to save money, do the demo and tile yourself and let us handle the plumbing rough-in and set.
A straight alcove swap takes one day, usually six to eight hours. Freestanding tub installation southlake TX jobs run one to two days when the drain needs re-routing or the floor needs leveling. Walk-in tub installs take two to three days because of the door seal, grab bars, and pump wiring. If we find soft subfloor or a drain that needs a new trap arm, add a day. We tell you the schedule up front and stick to it.
In most cases yes, if you are changing the drain, supply lines, or venting. Tarrant County and the City of Southlake require a plumbing permit for that work, and an inspector will check the trap, vent, and access panel. A like-for-like tub swap with no plumbing changes sometimes skips the permit, but it is not worth guessing. We pull the permit, schedule the inspection, and meet the inspector on site so you are not chasing paperwork.
Related Services
Other services from the same team.
- Sink RepairLeaky sink drains, loose faucets, and clogged P-traps are quick fixes for our team.
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- Garbage Disposal RepairA humming disposal that will not drain usually means a jam or a failed motor.
Book your bathtub installation southlake TX visit
(682) 470-5111Call Southlake Oakline Plumbing at (682) 470-5111 and we will set a time to look at your tub, your drain, and your floor.
contact Southlake Oakline Plumbing
Call us at (682) 470-5111 for same-day service or to schedule an appointment. You can also email info@southlakeoaklineplumbing.com or stop by our office in Southlake.