Installing a Bathtub: How much does it cost?

Installing a bathtub costs on average 1,295 Euros.

The price ranges between 390 and 2,200 Euros.

A bathtub brings luxury and comfort to your home. Installing a new bathtub is not overly complicated, but if you lack DIY experience, you should hire a professional.

Key steps include shutting off the water supply, transporting the bathtub carefully, and proper installation. Essential components include the overflow and drain fittings as well as the faucets. Ensure the bathtub is level and all seals are checked.

Cost factors:

Bathtub type
Required wall and tile work
Desired faucet
Effort for bathtub enclosure
Experience and qualification of the installer
Additional costs

How much does a bathtub including installation cost?

Material costs primarily include the bathtub itself. Depending on your preference, this can be a major expense. Standard models are cheaper, while corner or freestanding bathtubs cost more but provide more comfort. The material of the bathtub, especially for freestanding models, also makes a difference.

Bathtub Type	Cost
Standard	300–880 Euro
Shower Bathtub	600–1,500 Euro
Freestanding	from 500 Euro
Corner Bathtub	400–2,000 Euro
Space-saving Bathtub	400–1,000 Euro

Labor costs for installation/connection: 90–120 Euro

How much does a bathtub faucet including installation cost?

Additional costs arise when installing a new bathtub faucet, which includes the water tap and temperature control. Some faucets include a shower head. Installation may require work on or under the plaster unless the faucet is freestanding.

Faucet Type	Material Cost	Labor Cost
Single-lever mixer	60–560 Euro	40–52 Euro
Thermostat faucet	310–1,020 Euro	60–78 Euro

Additional costs

Removal of an old bathtub: 50–120 Euro
Travel fee if outside the service area: 10–50 Euro depending on region

Example Calculation: Installing a Bathtub

For a bathroom renovation with a new bathtub:

Service & Material	Cost
Material: Standard bathtub	500 Euro
Material: Single-lever mixer	150 Euro
Labor: Removal & disposal of old bathtub	80 Euro
Labor: Installation/connection of bathtub	100 Euro
Labor: Thermostat faucet connection	70 Euro
Travel	30 Euro
Total	930 Euro