Timeline
How long does a tub-to-shower conversion take?
Short answer: Tub-to-shower conversions often finish in a day once materials are on site. Hidden rot or plumbing repairs can take longer, and we tell you that on the visit. Most free visits take under an hour, and you get a written price the same day, so you know the plan before work starts.
Free in-home visit, written price the same day, no salesperson, you meet the installer.
What happens on install day?
We take the old tub and shower walls out to the studs, look for rot, mold and tired plumbing while the walls are open, then rebuild with new backing and a proper shower pan. Then we set the acrylic walls and put in the valve, door, grab bars, a seat and a handheld. See tub-to-shower conversions.
What can make it take longer?
Hidden rot or plumbing repairs found once the walls are open can take longer. We tell you that on the visit.
How long does the free visit take?
Most visits take under an hour. We measure, bring samples and give you a written price the same day. Book a free visit.
What does it cost?
Tub-to-shower conversions and tub replacements start at $10,000. Full bathroom remodels are quoted per project. See the cost guide.
Questions
How long does a tub-to-shower conversion take?
Tub-to-shower conversions often finish in a day once materials are on site. Hidden rot or plumbing repairs can take longer, and we tell you that on the visit. Most free visits take under an hour, and you get a written price the same day, so you know the plan before work starts.
Do you install over my existing tile?
Usually no. Demo to the studs is the usual method. Overlay is rare.
Does a walk-in tub take longer?
Tub-to-shower conversions and walk-in tubs often finish in a day once materials are on site. Hidden rot or plumbing repairs can take longer, and we tell you that on the visit.
Sources: Install times from our own service pages: tub-to-shower conversions and our home page.
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