Is $6,500 to fix a broken shower bed and redo walls a fair price?
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I'm seeking advice on the pricing for a recent shower fix. The contractor is a family friend who previously completed a full bathroom remodel for me last year for a bit over $10,000. The original shower bed and the cement below it broke, which the contractor later attributed to the original bed having a 250 lbs weight limit, a limit my girlfriend and I were close to exceeding. I chose a heavy-duty iron shower bed for the replacement to ensure durability, as I didn't want to be without a shower for another month. I should have clarified the charges upfront, as the bill came to $6,500, which I feel is high for just the shower, even though the new bed itself cost about $1,000. I'm meeting with him today to review an itemized receipt and want to understand if this pricing is reasonable, especially since I feel the initial crack shouldn't have happened. The original shower bed was supplied or picked out by him, while for the second one, he provided options, and I selected the heavy-duty one.
Quote Details
This quote is for fixing a broken shower bed and redoing the surrounding walls. The original shower bed and the cement below it broke, necessitating a replacement. The contractor stated the original bed had a weight limit of 250 lbs, which was a contributing factor to its failure. The work included: - Removal of the broken shower bed and underlying cement. - Installation of a new, heavy-duty iron shower bed (approximately $1,000 cost for the bed itself). - Redoing the shower walls, as the new shower bed was higher than the previous one.
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Category
Bathroom Remodeling
Price
$6,500
Quote Date
October 19, 2025
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