How to Avoid a Tub Installation Headache in Your New Home
Buying or building a new home is exciting, but it comes with a lot of moving parts. One of the easiest headaches to avoid is tub damage during construction. It happens more often than you’d think, and it can lead to delays, extra costs, or a bathroom that starts off with flaws.
Here’s a simple insider tip to help you protect your investment.
Your Tub May Be Installed During Framing
Many new home buyers assume tubs get installed near the end of the project. But if your home has an insert tub (fiberglass, steel, metal, or porcelain), it often gets installed during the framing stage. That’s early in the build, when the jobsite is still active and materials are constantly moving through the home.
Why This Becomes a “Big Headache”
After framing, crews are in and out with tools, lumber, and hardware. All it takes is one dropped item to scratch, dent, or chip a tub surface. Even minor damage can create:
Replacement delays
Unplanned costs
A finished bathroom that never looks quite right
What to Look For on Your Walkthrough
A quality builder will protect finished surfaces long before the “pretty” phase of construction. One simple sign is tub protection.
What we do at Bergeson Construction: once the tub is set, we like to cover it with wood so accidental drops hit the wood instead of the tub. It’s a small step that helps keep the tub clean and damage-free until the home is ready for the next phases.
Quick Checklist for New Home Buyers
On your next jobsite visit, look for:
The tub covered and protected
Clean, organized work areas
Protected corners, floors, and high-traffic paths
Clear communication on what happens next
These details usually reflect the overall quality of the build.
Key Questions to Ask Your Builder
If you’re building a new home, ask:
“When will the tub be installed in the process?”
“How do you protect tubs and finished surfaces during construction?”
“What happens if something gets damaged before move-in?”
A builder who has a clear answer usually has a solid process.
Building a New Home in Logan or Cache Valley?
Bergeson Construction has been building homes in Cache Valley and beyond since 1979. If you want a builder who takes the small details seriously, reach out to schedule a walkthrough and talk next steps.