Our Browning crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Glacier County within days.
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Maybe you feel tired of stepping over that high, slippery ledge every single morning just to wash up. Upgrading your bathroom layout by swapping that outdated, deep washing basin for a sleek walk-in stall makes your daily routine so much safer. This smart change instantly opens up your space and stops you from stubbing your toes on old porcelain.
Fortunately, our crew of local home improvement hands can handle this exact swap for you without any stress. We specialize in tearing out those dusty, unused basins and installing gorgeous, modern stalls that fit your space perfectly. You will get a fresh setup that looks incredible and works way better for your busy life.
To help you start, we offer a completely free estimate on-site to check out your plumbing and measure your layout. Taking this step means you get custom pricing without any sneaky hidden fees down the line. Let us help you transform your daily routine into something far more enjoyable and modern.
First of all, think about how much water and space you actually waste with that giant old basin. Most people today do not have the time for a long soak, which means that big porcelain monster just sits there collecting dust and soap scum. By swapping it out, you gain valuable floor real estate and make your whole washroom feel twice as big.
On top of that, safety becomes a huge deal as we get older or when kids are running around the house. Stepping over a wet, slippery wall that rises two feet off the floor is basically an accident waiting to happen. A low-profile threshold solves this issue instantly by keeping your feet firmly on the ground where they belong.
This lets you breathe easier knowing that nobody in the family is going to take a nasty spill during their morning routine. Plus, cleaning a flat wall and a simple floor pan is a total breeze compared to scrubbing those awkward curved basin corners. You will save hours of hard scrubbing every single week.
To begin, we sit down with you to look over all the style choices and premium acrylic materials available. We want to make sure your new setup matches your personal taste and fits the existing plumbing footprint perfectly. This careful planning stage keeps the project on track and prevents any unexpected surprises once we start tearing things apart.
Next, our skilled team carefully extracts the old heavy fixture without damaging your surrounding walls or floorboards. We check the exposed subfloor for any hidden water damage or rot to ensure your home stays structurally sound. If we find any soft spots, we fix them right away so your new stall sits on a rock-solid foundation.
After that, we install the new leak-proof pan and beautiful, low-maintenance wall surrounds that resist mold and mildew. Finally, we hook up your new fixtures, test the water pressure, and clean up every speck of dust before we leave. You get a gorgeous, functional space ready for use in just a couple of days.
| Project Stage | What We Do | Your Concrete Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | We measure your space and discuss design options. | You get a perfect fit and a layout you love. |
| Demolition & Repair | We remove the old basin and fix any hidden water damage. | Your home stays safe from mold and structural rot. |
| Stall Installation | We fit the new low-profile pan and waterproof walls. | You enjoy a leak-free, beautiful wash area. |
| Plumbing & Cleanup | We connect new fixtures and leave the job site spotless. | You can use your new washroom immediately without any mess. |
Living out here in the beautiful state of Montana means dealing with some pretty chilly winters and unique local housing styles. Our cozy community of 848 people in Glacier County features a mix of classic older homes and newer builds. We understand the specific plumbing challenges that come with these properties, especially when temperatures drop below freezing.
Whether your home sits in the 59417 ZIP code or the surrounding areas, we know how to protect your pipes during a remodel. We ensure your new setup includes proper insulation to keep your water warm and your pipes safe from winter drafts. This extra attention to detail saves you from costly repairs when the cold weather really hits.
Since the median household income around here is about $22,596, we know how important it is to get real value for your hard-earned money. We focus on providing durable, high-quality upgrades that fit your budget without cutting any corners on safety or materials. You get a premium upgrade that increases your property value without breaking the bank.
When you decide to make this change, selecting the right materials is the key to a long-lasting washroom. High-tech acrylic panels are incredibly popular because they do not have grout lines that trap dirt and nasty mold. This means your walls stay bright and clean with just a quick wipe down after you wash.
If you prefer a more classic look, we also install beautiful tile patterns that give your washroom a high-end feel. We apply professional-grade sealants to protect the grout and keep moisture from seeping behind your walls. Whichever style you choose, we focus on watertight installation techniques that stand the test of time.
Which means you will not have to worry about water leaking into your walls and causing expensive structural damage later on. We also offer great add-ons like built-in seating, sturdy grab bars, and recessed shelving for all your shampoo bottles. You can customize every single detail to fit your physical needs and personal style perfectly.
Now is the perfect time to stop struggling with an outdated bathroom layout that just does not work for you anymore. Our friendly team is ready to visit your home and help you plan the perfect renovation project. We bring all our samples and expertise directly to your door so you can see the options in your own light.
Remember, we provide a completely free, no-obligation estimate so you can make an informed decision with zero pressure. We explain every part of the process and give you an honest price that respects your hard-earned budget. You deserve a wash space that brings ease and peace of mind to your daily routine.
Do not wait until a slip or a leak forces you to make a rushed decision under stressful circumstances. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward a safer, more beautiful home. We look forward to working with you and transforming your washroom into a space you truly enjoy using every day.
Count the baths your household actually ran last year. In most homes we visit, the honest number is somewhere between zero and three, and yet every single morning somebody swings a leg over fifteen inches of porcelain rim to stand up and shower inside a fixture built for lying down. The tub charges rent daily and works a few evenings a year.
Nothing dramatic follows from that. Nobody is in danger because a bathtub exists, and if long soaks are part of your week, keep the tub and enjoy it with our blessing. The case for the conversion is plainer: when the tub has become a shower tray with high sides, you are paying, in caution and in cleaning, for a feature you retired years ago.
The swap itself is smaller than most people picture. The supply lines, the drain and the alcove walls are already exactly where a shower wants them, which is why this is a job measured in days. We are not building a new bathroom; we are letting the one you have stop pretending it still gives baths.
The same alcove, photographed the way the week actually unfolds. Weather never delays this one; it all happens indoors.
Floors along the hallway get covered, the water goes off for a few hours, and the bathtub is cut free and carried out, tile flange and all. With the alcove stripped, the plumber moves the drain to where the new pan wants it and sets the new valve at shower height. By supper the room is bare, clean and ready.
The base arrives first: an acrylic pan set dead level on a mortar bed, or a sloped, waterproofed floor when the plan says curbless. Then the walls close in, either grout-free panels bonded in a single afternoon or backer board ready for tile. Everything from here on is watertight before it is pretty.
The glass panel or door is drilled, hung and plumbed straight, the trim goes on, and the silicone lines are drawn last. Silicone wants a day to cure, so the first shower usually happens the following morning, which is exactly how we schedule the walkthrough.
Both are real showers in the same alcove. The difference is the entry, and what has to happen under it.
| What you weigh | Low curb | Curbless |
|---|---|---|
| What stands at the entry | A tidy threshold about 3 to 4 inches tall | Nothing. The bathroom floor rolls straight into the shower |
| Cost, installed | The friendlier bracket, most jobs land here | Roughly a third to a half more, the floor is rebuilt |
| What the crew rebuilds | The alcove only; the bathroom floor stays shut | Part of the bathroom floor, sloped and waterproofed |
| Water containment | The curb and glass do the holding | The slope and a linear drain do the holding |
| Suits best | Straight swaps on a budget and upstairs bathrooms | Wheels, walkers, and anyone planning to stay put for decades |
Undecided is a fine answer on the form. The site visit settles it with a tape measure, not a sales pitch.
Removal
Cut free, hauled out and off to recycling, with floors and doorways shielded on the way. The loudest hour of the conversion, and it wraps before most jobs have begun.
Plumbing
Tub drains sit at one end; showers drain where the pan says. We move what needs moving and swap the old valve for a pressure-balanced one.
The base
A level acrylic pan for most swaps, a mortar-built sloped floor for curbless plans. Either way it is tested with water before anything covers it.
The walls
Grout-free panels go up in an afternoon and wipe clean forever. Tile takes longer, costs more, and looks like whatever you can imagine.
The glass
A fixed panel keeps things open and easy to clean; a hinged door closes the warmth in. Both are tempered, both are set dead straight.
The finish
Shelving, the hand shower, clean caulk lines and a walkthrough. We leave the cure time in writing so the first shower is not a gamble.
| The job | Usual range | Inside the number |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tub-to-shower conversion | $3,100 - $5,600 | Tub out, low curb pan, wall panels, new valve, glass panel. |
| Curbless conversion | $4,900 - $8,800 | The floor is rebuilt flush and sloped to a linear drain. |
| Glass: fixed panel or hinged door | $450 - $1,400 | A single panel sits at the low end, a framed door at the top. |
| Walls: PVC panels or tile | $1,100 - $3,900 | Panels finish in a day; tile adds days and takes any look you want. |
| Tear-out only | $450 - $950 | The tub gone and the alcove left clean for another trade. |
| Small job minimum | around $2,400 | Even the simplest swap books a licensed plumber and a full crew. |
Wall condition, drain position and the glass you choose move every line. The visit pins the figure down, and the figure then holds.
A bathtub drains at one end through its own trap; most showers want the drain nearer the middle, or along one edge when the plan is curbless. Sometimes the existing trap is close enough to reuse and sometimes it has to travel a foot or two, which means opening a strip of floor. We can usually tell which from the basement or the crawl space during the visit, and the paperwork you sign already names which one you are getting.
Houses older than the seventies like to add a surprise: galvanized supply lines rusted nearly shut, a cast iron trap that crumbles at a touch, or framing that got damp decades ago and kept it quiet. None of it is rare and none of it is ruinous, but it is your call, not ours. When something like that turns up, work pauses, you get photographs and a price for the fix, and nothing is billed until you have said yes to it. A conversion should never be the job where the invoice writes itself.
QIs losing the only bathtub a resale mistake?
AAgents around Browning repeat one rule: a family house shows better with a tub somewhere in it. If this is your only tub and small children are in your plans, we put that on the table during the visit and you decide with open eyes. If another bathroom keeps its tub, or the buyers you expect are shower people, the argument evaporates.
QHow long do we go without washing?
AThe toilet and sink stay usable every evening, and the water is only off for stretches on day one. The shower itself is ready once the silicone cures, so figure on missing roughly three days of showers at home. Plenty of clients time the job before a weekend away.
QDoes all the old tile come off the walls?
AOn the alcove walls, yes, because the new waterproofing needs to start from the studs, not from forty-year-old grout. Tile outside the alcove stays put, and we cut a clean line where the two meet.
QCan the new shower use the tub drain?
AThe pipe itself is nearly always reusable; the position is the question. A low curb pan can often sit its drain within reach of the old trap. Curbless floors want a relocated or linear drain, and that difference is priced before demo, never discovered after.
QDo we need a permit for the swap?
AA like-for-like fixture swap usually rides on a simple plumbing permit, and moving the drain can add an inspection. We file whatever your jurisdiction wants and fold the cost into the written price.
QWhat if there is rot behind the tub?
AIt happens, mostly around the old tile flange. You get photographs the hour we find it, a firm price for the repair, and the choice to proceed or pause. The framing fix is usually a morning, not a remodel.
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One three-day job stands between this bathroom and its best fixture.
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