Home renovation & repair · Rochester area
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Removing a bathtub to build a shower, planned around the footprint and plumbing you already have.
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Typical work to discuss
The written estimate confirms what is included for your home.
Typical scope
- Removing the existing tub and surround
- Assessing the subfloor and drain position
- Waterproofing the new assembly
- Tile setting, niches and benches
If existing conditions require it
- Coordinating drain relocation to a new center
Before converting a tub to a shower
Start with the space you want to keep and what you want to change. Keeping the tub footprint does not by itself confirm that the existing drain, wall surfaces or floor are suitable for a shower.
A shower base, wall finish and enclosure need to be considered together. A niche, bench or relocated controls is a choice to discuss, not an automatic inclusion. Access to plumbing and any damage found beneath the old tub can change the repair and finish work.
Include the surrounding floor and wall edges in the conversation so the estimate distinguishes the shower conversion from a wider bathroom update. Plumbing assessment and any regulated work need the appropriate specialist.
Helpful details for your estimate
A short description is enough to start. These details and photos are optional.
- A photo of the whole tub area and any visible damaged edges, if available.
- Whether you want to keep the current footprint and control locations.
- Any shower base, tile or enclosure you are considering; selections can remain undecided.
What to know before work begins
Plumbing, electrical, gas and HVACWhen a project includes work that requires a licensed trade, the appropriate specialist is engaged for that part of the scope.
Other limits
- Tub drains and shower drains often have different pipe diameters. We coordinate the plumbing assessment to ensure the waste line can accommodate the conversion.
Do you provide materials?
Who supplies each material is agreed for the project and recorded in the written estimate. We confirm purchasing responsibilities before work begins.
Do I need photos to request an estimate?
No. Photos are optional, but they can help us understand the existing condition.
Request an estimate
Send the project ZIP code and a short description of the work. Photos are optional.