Surface Specialists did an absolutely wonderful job! Our bathtub looks just like new! I would highly recommend this company. It is great that they have the skills to restore an old bathtub, as opposed to us having to replace the bathtub.
Description of Work: Refinish the bathtub
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Response from Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country
Thanks for the review, we are always happy to save people the cost of completely tearing out their old tubs and showers!
Elizabeth P.
05/2015
5.0
bathtub refinishing, ceramic tile
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had the bathtub refinished and it looks wonderful. less expensive and easier than replacing the tub. I also had some grab bars installed - the $450 was for the tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Lynda G.
10/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, bathtub refinishing
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had my bathtub resurfaced. They did an excellent job, answered all the questions I had and explained the application and the necessary care. It looks great!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
VIVIAN M.
09/2014
1.0
bathtub refinishing
 + -1 more
I called Surface Specialists trying to get an estimate to get my two tubs/showers refinished. I waited for over two weeks the first time to get a call back from them. When I finally did, and quot;Sueand quot; tried to give me an estimate over the phone. I couldn't quite figure out how she was going to do this without ever seeing my tubs or knowing what they looked like. I told her I would actually like someone to come out and take a look at them and give me a written estimate. I was trying to get a home equity loan and I needed my estimates in writing. She told me she would call me back and quot;next weekand quot; and set something up. Needless to say when she called me back THREE weeks later it was too late for my home equity loan so I told her to forget it, I wasn't interested in doing business with her. If it took that long just to get a call back, I was certainly concerned about how long it would take for them to show up to do any work, if ever!
Description of Work: Basically, NOTHING!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country
(Member name removed), Thank you for bringing this issue to my attention. I certainly apologize for not being able to take care of your bathtub refinishing needs. It is true that we can quote most refinishing work over the phone. With just a few questions we can identify what type of tub or shower you have and then give a quote since these items are at a flat rate. Since we have been refinishing and repairing tubs for over 24 years, we do not require an inspection as the price remains constant and we don't want to make people wait for an inspection on the routine services we offer. (We are used to old, worn, and just plain ugly tubs as being our normal startng point to which we transform them back into the beautiful condition they once were years ago!) However, in this case, we should have been able to send you a written quote for your loan needs even without the inspection. I will look to see where we can identify this type of need more clearly in the future. The inspections ultimately lie upon myself, but with about 15-30 calls a day we start with more requests than I can simply look at. With our unique business offerings and the extreme quality of work we offer all over the northland, our services are in great demand and unfortunately we work so hard to get everyone's work completed in a timely manner that our inspections do book out a few weeks. Also, our summers can be extremely demanding and requires some very long weeks for us just to keep up with our work. We have been often told that we should hire more employees to keep our scheduling times shorter, however, I find this type of work to take an extraordinary type of worker. Our three employees have taken years of training to get to where they are and we require the utmost in quality work. I feel it much better to control the quality of work with fewer well trained employees than simply hire part time when summer gets busier and then loose some of the quality we work so hard to keep. I appreciate your review and will work to see how my office can more clearly discuss our inspection lead time and try to get the basic quotes out to customers like you who are needing the in written form for their financing needs. (And we do try to get all initial calls returned within one to two business days, but the office is only staffed by one person and she was recently on vacation). If you would like to discuss this more or have any other questions I can help with, please let me know. I can be reached direcrly by email at Russ@tubrepairs.net Thanks, Russ Stark
Julie G.
03/2014
5.0
bathtub refinishing
 + -1 more
Everything went well. Impressed with the quality of the work, as well as the price.
Description of Work: Our bathroom tub was yellow in color. We are in the process of selling our home and to help with the sale, we had it painted white.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$440
Sandra O.
03/2013
1.0
bathtub refinishing
 + -1 more
I first contacted the company in early March regarding fixing a small hole in the side of a tub-shower combination and possibly resurfacing the entire tub to a different color. They were quick to get back to me regarding an estimate for both jobs stating it would be $500. My husband and I decided to forego the change of color but still have the hole fixed. I called and left messages several times describing our decision, requesting that they get back to me as soon as possible. I even sent them an e-mail through Angie's list requesting the same. I have been ignored for over two weeks. Apparently they were interested in doing the bigger job, but do not have the professionalism to call me back and either decline or accept doing the smaller job for us. I am very disappointed in them
Description of Work: There was no service performed due to their lack of follow through.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Carol A.
08/2012
5.0
bathtub refinishing
 + -1 more
Called, set up appointment. Arrived on time. Did the job as described. Contacted re minor touch up. Responded quickly. Came and did touchup at agreed time. Tub looks great. All went very smoothly.
Description of Work: fiberglass bathtub/shower resurfaced. very nice man came and did the work, pleasant, professional. Only issue is they are sometimes difficult to reach, have to wait for a call back. I thought they did a very good job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Sallie M.
08/2012
5.0
bathtub refinishing
 + -1 more
Russ came out very quickly to give us an quote, which we accepted. When he received the materials he needed for the surround, he and Keith came to do the work. They removed the old surround and doors, installed a new surround, and refinished the tub. All work was done in less than two days. I was very impressed by the quality of their work, their professionalism, and the fact that they came to our home all the way from Wrenshall (an almost 2 hour drive) when we couldn't get anyone from Virginia (a 1/2 hour drive) to do the work. We are very happy with the work that was done and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: We needed to have work done in our bathroom - glass shower doors removed from tub, new bathtub surround, tub refinished.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Response from Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country
Thanks for the review. Most of our work is done within just 1 to 2 days, most people are surprised that we don't have to tie up their bathroom for a week!
anne A.
02/2012
5.0
bathtub refinishing, ceramic tile
 + 0 more
The pleasent young man arrived on time and explained the proceedure to me. He did the job on time and cleaned up with no mes left behind. He explained how long before we could use the tub and had me inspect the job. Everything was very satisfactory and he did a wonderful job! I highly reccommend them.
Description of Work: Had old cast iron bath tub re-surfaced
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Response from Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country
Thank you for the review, we are pleased that we could be a part of your bathroom update!
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Service Categories
Bathtub Restoration,
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FAQ
Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country does not offer free project estimates.
No, Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country does not offer a senior discount.
No, Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country does not offer emergency services.
No, Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country does not offer warranties.
Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country offers the following services: Fiberglass bathtubs and showers, porcelain bathtubs, acrylic bathtubs & showers, cultured marble bathtubs, showers, sinks and vanities, pvc/abs plastics, ceramic tile, laminate countertops, vinyl window frame repairs, swimming pool repair and refinishing, solid surface repairs & polishing.