Mount Prospect, IL
If your tub is cracking, flexing, or staining no matter how much you scrub, it’s not just cosmetic—it can be a hidden leak risk in Mount Prospect’s older homes. Des Plaines Bathroom Remodel Contractors Pro installs and replaces bathtubs with code-correct plumbing, real waterproofing, and a clean, dust-controlled tear-out so you can get your bathroom back fast.
Mount Prospect has a mix of mid-century ranches and older condo bathrooms where tubs were often set in thin mortar with aging galvanized or copper supply lines. In neighborhoods near Randhurst Village and along the Northwest Highway corridor, we routinely find subfloor soft spots, loose tile flanges, and outdated drain assemblies that cause slow leaks behind the wall. Our bathtub installation & replacement team addresses the full system—tub, drain, overflow, and wet-zone waterproofing—so the new fixture isn’t sitting on the same problems.
Our process starts with a site measure and level check using a Stabila level and laser to verify the alcove and ledger height, then we protect floors with Ram Board and isolate dust. After removal, we inspect the joists and subfloor and correct deflection before setting the tub. Depending on the tub type, we set acrylic/fiberglass tubs in a mortar bed for full bottom support, or we install cast-iron with a reinforced floor plan and vibration isolation. Plumbing connections are rebuilt with an Oatey waste-and-overflow kit and a new P-trap where needed, pressure-tested for leaks before walls are closed.
For long-term durability, we install moisture management that matches modern best practices: cement backer board in wet zones, a Schluter-KERDI or liquid-applied ANSI A118.10 waterproofing membrane at the tub flange transition, and ASTM C920-rated silicone sealants at movement joints. When tile is part of the surround, we use polymer-modified thinset meeting ANSI A118.4 and grout options that resist staining, including epoxy where appropriate. All work is performed to meet typical Illinois plumbing and building requirements, and we document valve access and shutoff locations for future service.
Mount Prospect clients choose us because we deliver predictable outcomes: a tub that doesn’t squeak, drain slow, or wick moisture behind the surround. From homes near Mount Prospect Golf Club to properties closer to Melas Park, we’ve restored bathrooms with clean lines, tighter caulk joints, and improved water control at the tub deck and apron. The result is a safer bathing space, easier cleaning, and a finish that looks intentional—not patched together.
A homeowner in the Lions Park neighborhood near downtown Mount Prospect called after noticing a hairline crack along the front apron of a builder-grade fiberglass tub and a persistent “musty” odor after baths. They also reported the tub flexed when stepping in, and the drain was slow even after using a basic snake. We arrived for an assessment, shut off water at the local stop, and removed the tub surround to find a poorly supported tub base and a corroded overflow elbow with signs of seepage. We protected the hallway and bedroom path with Ram Board and poly sheeting, then completed a controlled demo of the alcove. After confirming minor subfloor swelling, we replaced the affected section and added blocking at the tub flange line to eliminate movement. We installed a new right-hand drain acrylic alcove tub, set it into a properly mixed mortar bed for full-contact support, and rebuilt the waste-and-overflow assembly with an Oatey kit and a new P-trap. All connections were tested for leaks, and the drain slope was verified. To prevent recurrence, we waterproofed the surround using an ANSI A118.10 membrane, bridging the tub flange transition, then installed cement backer board and a clean tile finish with polymer-modified thinset (ANSI A118.4). We finished with ASTM C920 silicone at all change-of-plane joints and reinstalled trim with a neat access point for future servicing. The homeowner reported the flex and odor were gone immediately, the tub drained cleanly, and the bathroom was back in service on schedule with written warranty coverage on workmanship and manufacturer-backed tub warranty documentation.
We offer same-day service for most bathtub installation & replacement needs in Mount Prospect. Our local team can typically arrive within hours of your call.
Serving Mount Prospect from our Des Plaines location — Des Plaines Bathroom Remodel Contractors Pro is just a short drive away.
Send a message or call to book your free in-home bathroom design consultation with Des Plaines Bathroom Remodel Contractors Pro in Des Plaines. We typically schedule consultations within the same week and provide written fixed-price quotes within a few business days of the visit.
