How Much Does It Cost to Install a Freestanding Tub?
Part of our Bathtubs guides.
Total cost = the product + extra parts + labor. Product prices below are VEVOR list prices we checked in November 2026. Labor rates vary enormously by city, so instead of guessing a dollar figure we list which trades you need and how long the job typically takes: multiply by local hourly rates and get at least two quotes.
Cost breakdown
| Cost item | What to budget |
|---|---|
| Tub (VEVOR 67 in acrylic) | $850.90-$959.90 |
| Floor-mount tub filler | from about $118 |
| Drain/overflow | included with VEVOR 67 in tubs |
| Flooring repair around new drain | varies |
| Disposal of old tub | varies; some haulers charge per item |
Labor: who and how long
| Trade | Typical time on the job |
|---|---|
| Plumber: move drain + run supply lines through floor | Half to a full day |
| Plumber: set filler, connect tub | 2-4 hours |
| Flooring/tile repair | varies |
Ways to save
- Place the tub where the drain already is if possible.
- Buy the filler yourself and have the plumber install it.
- Do demolition and cleanup yourself.
Example budget (product side)
- 67-inch acrylic tub with drain: about $851-$960.
- Floor-mount filler with handheld: about $118.
- Supply lines, fittings, drain parts: varies.
Add plumber time from the table above at your local rate, plus flooring repair where the old tub stood.
What raises the cost
- Slab foundations: moving a drain means cutting and repairing concrete.
- Upper floors: possible joist reinforcement for heavy tubs.
- Removing a tiled-in alcove tub: wall and floor tile repair.
- Stairs and tight hallways: extra labor to carry the tub.
Getting accurate quotes
Give plumbers the tub's spec sheet (drain location, overflow type), the filler model and photos of the existing plumbing and floor. Ask whether the quote includes permit, floor repair and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
Is replacing an alcove tub with a freestanding tub expensive?
It usually adds plumbing (moving the drain, new supply lines) and wall/floor repair where the old tub was.
Can I install a freestanding tub myself?
Setting it is DIY-friendly; drain and supply plumbing usually require a plumber.
How long does installation take?
Often half to a full day once plumbing is ready.
Do I need a special floor drain?
Freestanding tubs use a floor drain connection at the tub's drain location.
Is a tub filler required?
Yes, unless the tub sits next to a wall-mounted spout.