What tub and shower work do you do?
- Bathtub replacement. The old tub out, the new one set, drain and overflow connected.
- Shower installation. A new shower base or pan, drain, valve and shower head.
- Tub-to-shower conversion. The drain is moved and resized, and the valve is changed for a shower.
- Shower valve replacement. A new pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve in the wall. See faucet and shower valve repair.
- Freestanding tubs. Drain and filler plumbing in the floor.
- Moving a tub or shower during a remodel.
- Old pipe replaced while the wall is open.
What does the plumber do, and what does someone else do?
We do everything that carries water: drain, trap, vent connection, valve, supply lines, and setting and testing the tub or base. Tile, glass doors and wall finishes are a different trade. If you have a contractor, we work alongside them. If you do not, ask us and we can point you to one through our Trusted Pro Network.
Why does the work behind the wall matter?
A tub or shower is used every day and sealed behind tile for decades. A drain that is not properly connected or a valve that is not secured cannot be fixed later without breaking tile. That is why the drain and valve are tested before the wall is closed.
Should the pipes be replaced at the same time?
If the wall is open and the pipes behind it are old galvanized steel, yes. Replacing that short run now costs little compared with opening new tile later. We show you what is there and you decide.
How long does it take?
Swapping a tub or a shower valve is usually a day's plumbing. A conversion or a move takes longer and is worked around the tile and finish schedule. Your estimate gives the timing.
Do I need a permit?
When the job needs a permit, we pull it.
Where do you work?
We are based in Hayward and work across the East Bay. For other bathroom and kitchen plumbing, see fixtures and remodels and toilet repair.
Who is Friendly Services?
A family-owned plumbing company with over 20 years in Hayward. License CSLB #1156315 (C-36 plumbing), $1M general liability cover and workers' comp. Our own work has a five-year workmanship warranty, and we have 100+ five-star reviews online.