I'm so glad I dodge the bullet of working with this company., I found them on the web under bathtub refinishing and requested a quote on a Saturday night. I was surprised to get a reply by email on Sunday morning in which he stated he would call me on Monday, which he did. When we spoke he was adamant about 2 things: the price $425 + tax and the fact that with his proprietary system you could be used bleach/hair dye in the finished tub. "Who ever you decided to use, if they don't tell you that you can use bleach or hair-dye, keep looking". So I did just that and by Wednesday, I had another company at the same price. So with nothing to differentiate the two companies, I sent them both an email asking if $425 was their best price and could I see a copy of their warranties. Advanced Tub Refinishing, sent me a reduced price of $400, but no warranty. However, he did remind me, in writing, not to go with any company that didn't allow bleach. I requested the warranty again and finally got it. Right there on the 4th bullet point it states "The following conditions will void your warranty: Staining or discoloration from chemicals, industrial bleaches, rust, hair dyes or the use of abrasive cleaners." So a week after first contact and my 4th email later, I asked Pete if I'd missed something and we he responded the doors came off. He "not longer wanted me a as client". All the "begging and pleading" had "tired him out". I'm so glad I didn't give this guy my business. If answering conflicting information about his product tires him and two emails about cost makes him weary, I really don't want his product. read more

I was very pleased with the work ABR did recently! I bought an older home that desperately needed tub refinishing, as the Seller had painted the tubs before selling the house. I thought it would be a while before it became a problem, but within 1 year of living in the house, the paint was peeling in large strips. After reviewing 3 companies, I chose ABR for their professionalism, reviews and ease in scheduling. Peter was great to work with over the phone throughout the entire process. They did a great job of stripping and refinishing the master tub and it looked like new! However, when I used the tub, I noticed a few small rough spots and decided to call them back. Peter sent someone out that day to fix it...very impressed! I thought he would just buff the few small rough spots, but he re-buffed the entire tub...very, very impressed!! I will definitely use them when I am ready to refinish the guest bathtub. read more

I remodeled my bathroom, thinking I could leave the bathtub as is. But after finishing everything else, the tub stuck out like a sore thumb. I called Advanced Bathtub Refinishing and all of my questions were answered quickly and clearly. We made an appointment and I have to admit, I was a little nervous whether this was a good decision. The guy who came out was personable and professional. The whole process took about 3-4 hours and the bathroom was left clean, as if he was never there. The smell was pretty intense, but we turned on a fan, opened a window and shut the door; it was gone within 24 hours. The bathtub looks amazing; like I installed a whole new tub! I haven't used it yet (it's a guest bathroom), but I expect it will hold up. Everything about working with ABR was easy and professional. I recommend them and will call them again next time I need a bathtub refinished. read more

RECAP: helpful, friendly, prompt, and reasonable. Go with Advanced! Advanced Refinishing was the THIRD company I contacted in hopes to tackle my not-so pretty garden tub. The tub and tile were yellowed and the caulk was cracked and moldy. The companies before Advanced were simply finicky on pricing and not prompt in returning my inquiries, so I was hesitant to give them my business. Peter at Advanced Refinishing was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He gave me a ballpark estimate over the phone and a confirmed estimate after providing pictures. The pricing was reasonable especially considering how the work was promptly scheduled, the crew was on time and diligent in the work -- every nook and cranny looks brand new and my fixtures and surroundings were properly protected. Couldn't be happier with the results. read more

I was one of their very first customers in 1986, the owner Peter Awbrey refinished my bathtub for $325. They have since refinished about three more tubs for me over the years. That first tub still looks glossy and pretty, it doesn't get used but every so often to wash my dog. And when guests come to visit. But the thing is this: It costs alot of money to replace a bathtub, people don't realize this. It can cost $4000 easy because the tile has to come out and the plumbing may be too old and require some finessing. Now they charge around $425 but that's still better than $4000. They refinished most of the tubs in the Stephen F. Austin hotel after the owners fired the first company. It is really hard to tell the difference between a brand new tub and one that has been resurfaced by Advanced Bathtub Refinishing. Bernie K read more

Our 20 year old porcelain tub had dark circular stains from a rubber mat, which we made worse by trying to remove with Soft Scrub (and who knows what else). In addition, it had a few chipped pieces (one as big as a nickel). I procrastinated getting it fixed for years. Finally, decided to get it refinished. After looking at reviews in Angies' List, I called Advanced Bathtub Refinishing and spoke to Peter. He gave me a quote over the phone and I scheduled an appointment. The appointment was a breeze (at least for us). Freddy arrived on time and finished the work in 3 to 4 hours. When he left, everything looked perfect-- no mess whatsoever. Having a beautiful tub again is worth living with the temporary smell and the little inconvenience of not been able to use the tub for a few days. We are very happy with the results. read more

Remodeled the guest bath and the tub desperately needed some TLC. Had some surface scratches, discoloration in the bottom, streaks of discoloration under the tub stopper lever, and a gouge a couple inches long, which was all the way down to the metal. Peter was very professional on the phone, asking questions and providing the cost(which it was exactly when the invoice was emailed). Carlos showed up on time and did a FANTASTIC job with the refinishing. Protection of the surrounding walls and floor was excellent. Carlos cleaned up after he was done, which we all know sometimes does not happen. A couple other reviewers commented on the smell and yes it is strong but it was expected, so just left the bathroom window open for the rest of the day and it dissipated. The tub looks better than brand new! read more

professional, courteous, prompt, accurate, and excellent! can't get much better than working with peter...he was accommodating on setting the date, recommended a top-notch plumber to remove the fixtures from my 1920's clawfoot tub, and sent one of the most hard-working millennials i have ever met to sand and repaint the bathtub. freddie removed three coats of paint, down to the original finish, before he painted. he wore the proper ventilation equipment, kept the door to the house closed and the window open, and cleaned up properly when he left. when i received the bill a day or two later, it was exactly as proposed. i am entirely satisfied with the work and pleased that there is a five year warranty on it....quite unlike the previous refinishing i had done on my favorite tub. read more

We're in the process of remodeling our bathroom. Tiles, vanity, painting and all the rest that goes into it. Something had to be done with the bathtub. Especially the old oval skid pads that were embedded in the tub. We could not get them out. I called Peter and he answered our questions especially if the refinishing would obliterate the ovals. The Advanced team came on time. Peter also texted me a couple of times to let me know when they would arrive. The two gentlemen came in and started right in. Pros. First, they etch the tub. Next they apply primer. That dries in about ten minutes. Then they apply the refinishing. Tub looks great. Ovals miraculously gone! read more

I was getting ready to list my home and found Advanced Bathtub Refinishing due to Yelp reviews. I called and spoke with Peter and he was able to accommodate what I needed done. Peter was friendly over the phone, gave me a price that I could work with and was able get it done in a timely manner. Another thing was the communication and friendliness. Carlos who did the work, completed a beautifully finished tub and sink he was nice and friendly too. I would highly recommended Advanced Bathtub Refinishing to anyone looking for a professional company with great communication, friendliness and beautifully completed work. Thank you Advanced bathtub Refinishing! read more

I have had a damaged tub for three years. I tried to have it patched by a repair company a few years ago and then tried a supplemental patch myself a year ago...neither worked. I called Peter last week to find out about his services, calling another highly rated competitor also. I was impressed by the 5 year warranty that is standard with Advanced Bathtub Refinishing's (ABR's) work and decided to go with them. Peter was responsive in scheduling the work and his crew worked dilligently yesterday to repair our damaged tub. Frankie and Arturo did a great job, the tub looks new, and I am excited to have a long-term fix in place. Great experience!! read more

These nice people are really good at making the customers feel important. I know they must deal with thousands of people a year, they have refinished around 15,000 bathtubs in Austin, so that means they are busy. I was very impressed with the young man who came and fixed my bathtub, it was very chipped up from the previous owners, the house had been a rent house on the east side before I purchased it and renovated it. The chips in the tub were repaired and covered with a very glossy china white finish and you could not tell that it had ever had a scratch. thank you and I still have your business card for the next bathtub. thanks. David Pena read more

First, I contacted Peter for a quote, and he responded very quickly. I thought the price was reasonable, so because of their great reviews, I just went with them. These guys did an excellent job! I had 2 standard tubs refinished, so Peter gave me a slight discount on 2 tubs. They covered everything really well, worked quickly (finished both tubs in about 3 hours, though I was told 4-5 hours), I hardly knew they were here, and both tubs look fantastic! Our tubs were only 20 years old, and one wasn't even that bad, but I'm glad I went ahead and did both of them because now they look like new and should last as long as we live in this house. read more

Advanced Bathtub Refinishing has refinished about fifteen various bathtub and sometimes bathtub and tile combinations for me. Over the past sixteen years, I have flipped twenty houses. They always do an outstanding job. They usually have about ten or more of the very best technicians on hand and cater to flippers, hotels, apartments, hospitals and mom and dads house, if it has a tub that needs help they are the best of the best. The use the top of the line equipment and materials and usually run about 5 days or so to get on their schedule. I recommend them very highly. Tom Selzner read more

The good people at this bathtub reglazing company will take the time to explain over the phone what they do, then they will send a man over to see the tub and show you what the new finish will look like and give you the price (for me it was $425, tax included). The next step is scheduling the work to accommodate my schedule, then the job is performed in about three hours. The final step is to have the young man come by the next day to inspect the finish and then to recaulk the bathtub, All for $425 tax included. Oustanding. Jim McDanials, Pflugerville, Tx. read more

We just had our tub refinished. It was refinished poorly about 2 years ago and was a peely mess. ABR came in and were extremely efficient and professional. Our tub was in a bathroom without a window so the only issue we had was with the smell. It was gone within about 6 hours and the rest of the house was totally usable. The tub itself looks amazing. I can tell already we aren't going to have issues with it. The last time it was done you could already see where the weak spots in the finish were. I was super impressed with ABR and highly recommend them. read more

Peter and his entire crew were prompt and very easy to work with. Their work looks fantastic and they left the bathroom and surrounding area clean and neat. We had a soap dish that had fallen off years ago and we had tried to reattach it a couple of different times with no luck. They came in and cleaned and refinished the tub and tile yesterday and returned today to check on their work and attach the soap dish for us. Refinishing the tub and tile was the right choice for us and Advanced Bathtub Refinishing was the right company. read more

I had my tub/surround and countertop refinished by Advanced Bathtub and couldn't be happier. The countertop was refinished in a biscuit "Corian" and is absolutely gorgeous! It looks like the real thing. The tub and surround were finished to a pristine white. My bathroom is new again. I highly recommend Peter and the workmen completed the job. I would love to get my other bathroom done like this as well. It is very refreshing to have something done in regards to home improvement and not be disappointed. Great job! read more

I shopped around and ABR had the best price and warranty. Peter was also very knowledgeable and easy to get ahold of. When I called to schedule an appointment they got me in the very next day! The installer showed up on time and went above and beyond protecting the floors and other surfaces during the process. When he was done I basically had a brand new tub and it makes the whole bathroom nicer. I highly recommend ABR and have already referred them to others. read more