Our La Junta Gardens crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Otero County within days.
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You might be tired of climbing over that high tub wall every single morning. This simple change drastically improves your daily routine by making your bathroom much more accessible and stylish.
Honestly, most of us never even use that big porcelain basin for soaking anymore. It just sits there taking up precious floor space while collecting dust and grime in the corners. Removing it gives you a massive walk-in area that makes your bathroom feel like it tripled in size. You gain so much room for movement and get a much sleeker look.
Furthermore, these older basins often become safety hazards as we get older or deal with joint pain. Tripping over a high ledge is no joke when you are just trying to get clean. Converting this area into a floor-level wet room entry removes the danger entirely. You can move freely without worrying about a nasty slip or fall.
Upgrading this part of your home provides a massive boost to the overall value of your property. Future buyers love seeing a modern, accessible bathroom because it shows you kept the place in great shape. You get a return on your investment while also enjoying a much higher level of ease every single day.
Beyond the money, you save so much time cleaning when you do not have to scrub around a giant basin. Those deep walls are notorious for trapping soap scum and mildew in places you cannot reach. A streamlined stall uses glass panels and easy-to-wipe tile surfaces instead. You spend less time scrubbing and more time enjoying your day.
Living in Otero County means you appreciate a quiet life with plenty of room to breathe. The small community of La Junta Gardens offers a unique charm with a population of about 90 residents. Even with a high median household income of $118,125, you still want to make sure your home improvements are done right the first time.
Many homes in this part of Colorado feature classic layouts that were popular decades ago. That means those heavy, bulky tubs are likely original equipment. Taking them out requires a bit of skill because you have to handle plumbing lines and waterproof the wall cavity properly. You need someone who knows how to deal with the specific framing issues common in this high-desert environment.
If you are worried about the mess, do not be. A professional approach ensures the dust stays contained and the water lines remain secure. You deserve a smooth transition that does not turn your house into a construction zone for months. Getting a free estimate helps you understand exactly what the job entails before the first tile is even touched.
Basically, we start by carefully removing the old hardware and the heavy basin itself. This is often the hardest part because those things were built to last forever and usually do not fit through the door. Once the area is cleared, we inspect the subfloor for any signs of moisture damage or rotting wood.
After confirming the structural integrity, we install a new waterproof membrane system that keeps your walls dry. This step is critical because you never want water leaking behind your tiles and causing hidden damage. Then comes the fun part where you pick the finishes like high-quality shower heads and designer tiles.
| Feature | Primary Benefit | |
|---|---|---|
| Low profile entry | No more tripping hazards | |
| Glass enclosure | Makes the room feel larger | |
| Custom shelving | Keeps your items organized | |
| High quality fixtures | Saves water and adds style |
You can customize every single inch of this new space to fit your specific needs. Maybe you want a built-in bench for sitting down while you scrub your feet. Perhaps you prefer multiple spray heads for a spa-like feel in the morning. Everything is designed to maximize your personal sense of relaxation and ease.
Planning ahead helps you avoid those annoying surprises that can pop up during renovation work. You should think about where you want your new fixtures placed and how the water flow will work. It is also a good time to consider lighting options since a bright stall makes your morning routine much better.
Selecting the right materials is the secret to a long-lasting project. You want surfaces that resist stains and do not harbor mold or bacteria. Natural stone looks great but requires regular sealing to keep it looking perfect. Ceramic or porcelain tile remains a popular choice for good reason because it holds up to heavy use without much fuss.
On top of the tile, the grout lines are where most people run into trouble later on. We always suggest using epoxy-based grout or high-performance sealers to keep everything pristine for years. This lets you maintain that sense of luxury without needing a full-time cleaning crew. You want your home to be a place of total tranquility.
Trying to do this kind of plumbing and tiling work yourself usually leads to major headaches. You have to handle heavy materials, precise measurements, and complex water drainage slopes. Even a tiny mistake with the drainage slope can lead to water pooling on your floor instead of going down the drain.
You can reach out to local pros who specialize in these types of bathroom transformations. Getting a free quote is the best way to see the potential of your space without any pressure. We walk through your bathroom, look at the pipes, and give you a clear breakdown of the costs. There are no hidden fees or weird surprises when you work with people who know the area.
Now is the perfect time to stop dealing with that awkward bathtub. You deserve a space that actually helps you relax and get ready for the day with ease. Let us help you figure out the best design to fit your budget and your style. You will love how much better your bathroom feels once that old, bulky tub is finally gone.
Perhaps you have been putting this off for years because it felt like a massive ordeal. However, modern techniques make this process much faster than you might expect. Most of these projects move from start to finish in a surprisingly short window. You do not have to live in chaos while your bathroom gets its new look.
Imagine walking into your bathroom every morning and seeing a clean, open space instead of a cluttered tub. You gain a sense of satisfaction every time you step into your new stall. It really changes the whole vibe of your morning and helps you start the day on a high note. Your home should be your favorite place to be.
Everything about your daily life gets a little bit better when your surroundings reflect your needs. Why keep struggling with a setup that belongs in the past? You have the opportunity to create something beautiful, functional, and safe. Reach out today to get your free estimate and start the journey toward a better bathroom.
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 La Junta Gardens 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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