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Ameristar Bathroom Remodeling: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
Ameristar bathroom remodeling in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $9,000 to $28,000 installed, depending on the size of the bath and what’s being replaced. We stock Ameristar-compatible tubs, surrounds, and fixture kits locally and can usually have the job scoped and priced within a few days of your call. Most owners find us the same way you probably got here: a crack in the acrylic, a surround pulling away from the wall, or a unit that’s just done after ten years of South Florida humidity.
Whether you’re dealing with a failed Ameristar tub surround or planning a full replacement with new fixtures, the process starts with a written price and a clear scope. That’s just how we work. You’ll know the number before any tools come off the truck.
Key Takeaways:
- Installed Ameristar bathroom remodeling in Fort Lauderdale: $9,000 – $28,000
- We install both OEM Ameristar parts and quality aftermarket equivalents
- Every crew member is background-checked and introduced by name and photo before arrival
- Written pricing before work starts, with a 365-Day Done Right Promise on the finished job
Which Ameristar Models This Applies To
Ameristar has produced several tub-and-surround lines since the early 2000s, and the compatibility details matter more than most homeowners expect. The main series you’ll find in Fort Lauderdale homes are the Ameristar Independence, Ameristar Traditional, and the builder-grade Ameristar Builder Series. Each uses different surround panel dimensions, and a panel from a Traditional won’t always seat properly in an Independence opening. We’ve seen that mismatch more times than we can count, usually from a prior handyman who grabbed whatever was in stock.
The right way to identify your unit is to check the serial plate on the backside of the front apron (under the tub lip) or on the wall surround’s top flange. The model number will start with a three-letter prefix that tells you the series. If you can’t find it, measure the tub’s end-to-end length and the surround’s wall-to-wall width. That gets us close enough to pull the right replacement. For most Fort Lauderdale homes built between 2003 and 2020, the original Ameristar parts are no longer produced, which means we source either verified OEM stock from our supplier network or a quality aftermarket equivalent that matches the original dimensions and drain location. We’ll show you both options and the price difference before you choose.
OEM is the safer path if you’re replacing a single panel and want a color match. Aftermarket often makes more sense when you’re replacing the whole surround anyway, since you’ll save money and the material quality is essentially identical.
Styles & brands we work with
Signs Your Ameristar Bathroom Remodeling Is Failing
- Cracks along the tub floor or apron. Hairline cracks usually start at stress points near the drain. In Fort Lauderdale, the constant humidity plus normal settling means those cracks widen over time. Water gets through and rots the subfloor underneath. The crack is rarely just cosmetic.
- Surround panels pulling away from the wall. The adhesive behind Ameristar surrounds fails after a decade or so, especially on exterior walls in Florida where the temperature swings between hot afternoons and air-conditioned nights. Gaps at the seams mean water’s going where you can’t see it.
- Soft spots underfoot around the tub. That’s structural. The subfloor is already compromised, and it won’t get better on its own. You need someone to open it up, cut out the rot, and rebuild before new material goes in.
- Persistent mildew smell that returns after cleaning. Trapped moisture inside the wall cavity or under the tub shell keeps feeding mold. Bleach on the surface doesn’t reach what’s behind.
- Warped or faded surround panels. Florida’s UV exposure and hard water take a toll. Warping means the backing has degraded and the panel can’t be resealed. Replacement is the fix, not patching.
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AfterReplacement Cost & What’s Included
Ameristar bathroom remodeling work in Fort Lauderdale lands between $9,000 and $28,000 installed. The spread breaks down by scope:
| Project Type | Typical Fort Lauderdale Range |
|---|---|
| Full Ameristar bathroom remodel (fixtures, tile, vanity, tub/shower system) | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion with Ameristar-compatible pan and surround | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Walk-in shower replacement | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Bathroom vanity installation with new Ameristar-style surround | $800 – $3,000 |
What drives the price: the size of the bath, whether you’re keeping the existing tub shell or replacing it, what the subfloor looks like once we open things up, and your fixture choices. We carry Kohler, Moen, and Toto in the mid-range, which keeps most projects in that $9,000 to $16,000 band. Add tile work or a curbless entry and the number climbs.
Every quote includes parts, labor, demo, haul-away, and a written line-item breakdown. No change orders get sprung on you mid-job. And when we finish, the work is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if something’s wrong within a year of completion, we fix it at no cost to you.
DIY or Call Us?
You can check a few things yourself: look for visible cracks, test the surround seams with a fingernail to see if they’ve separated, and identify your model number from the serial plate. That helps us give you a faster, more accurate phone estimate.
What you shouldn’t DIY is the removal. Cutting out a tub or surround means working around water supply lines, drain plumbing, and possibly load-bearing framing. In Florida, where many Fort Lauderdale homes sit on slab foundations or older wood framing, a homeowner who opens a wall often finds termite damage, cast-iron drain lines that crumble on contact, or electrical that was never to code in the first place. We tell you what we found, what it takes to fix it, and what it will cost – before we touch a thing. That’s the way Isaac Pruett has run every job since day one, and it’s the way every crew lead runs theirs.
If you’re not sure whether your problem is surface-level or structural, call (754) 354-3720. A live person answers. We’ll talk through what you’re seeing and tell you honestly if it’s a simple repair or something deeper.
FAQs
In Fort Lauderdale’s heat and humidity, you can expect 10 to 15 years from an Ameristar tub or surround before cracks, adhesive failure, or surface wear become real problems. Coastal homes closer to salt air sometimes see that number shrink to 8 or 10 years. Call (754) 354-3720 if yours is near either end of that range and you’re seeing symptoms.
A surface crack can sometimes be patch-repaired, but if it’s near the drain or has let water into the subfloor, replacement is the honest fix. We’ll inspect it and tell you which one you’re dealing with, without trying to upsell you into a full remodel you don’t need.
A tub-to-shower conversion or surround replacement usually takes 3 to 5 working days in Fort Lauderdale. A full bathroom remodel with tile, vanity, and plumbing changes typically runs 2 to 3 weeks, depending on what’s waiting behind the drywall.
We keep common Ameristar-compatible drain assemblies, surround adhesive, and trim kits stocked, and we source the larger panels and tub shells through our suppliers before your start date. You don’t order anything. We handle the parts and the logistics, and the price you’re quoted includes all of it.
Mason Remodeling Co Fort Lauderdale is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with Ameristar. We also stock and install parts for KraftMaid, Cambria, and Silestone products, so if your bath remodel connects to a larger project, we can handle the whole scope.
When you’re ready, call (754) 354-3720 and ask for a free estimate. We’ll confirm your Ameristar model, talk through what you’re seeing, and give you a written price before any work starts. That’s the only way we do business.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner, Mason Remodeling Co Fort Lauderdale at Mason Remodeling Co Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.
