Our Loco crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Stephens County within days.
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Maybe you are tired of climbing over that high porcelain barrier just to wash off the dust of a long day.
This common headache plagues many homeowners who want a quick daily wash instead of a slow soak.
We can swap out that old basin for a modern walk-in option to make your daily routine safer and much faster.
If you live in the 73442 ZIP code area, you already know how important home comfort is.
Making this smart upgrade saves you water and opens up your cramped bathroom layout.
Our team travels right to your doorstep in this quiet corner of Stephens County to give you a free estimate on this exact swap.
Taking this step means you will finally stop slipping on wet porcelain curved bottoms.
Which means your morning routine becomes a breeze rather than a dangerous balancing act.
Let us look at how we can transform your space without breaking your budget.
Older homes often feature deep basins that nobody in the family actually uses for soaking anymore.
Because of this, valuable floor space goes to waste under a mountain of plastic kids' toys or dusty bottles.
Installing a low-profile base instead creates an open feel that makes even a tiny bathroom look twice as big.
This simple change also addresses serious safety concerns for everyone living in the household.
Since a flat pan sits almost flush with your floor, you eliminate the main tripping hazard in your wet area.
Adding sturdy grab bars and non-slip textures ensures you can age in place without worrying about nasty falls.
On top of these safety perks, cleaning becomes a whole lot easier for you.
Standard acrylic surrounds do not have grout lines that trap nasty black mold and stubborn mildew.
You will spend your weekends relaxing instead of scrubbing tile joints with a toothbrush on your hands and knees.
First, we arrive at your home to measure the existing footprint so we can plan the layout perfectly.
This initial visit lets us check your plumbing drains and see if we need to upgrade any old pipes.
You get a clear, honest assessment of what it takes to switch things up without any hidden surprises later.
Next, our crew carefully extracts the heavy cast iron or steel basin from your wall cavity.
We check the exposed wood studs for water damage to ensure your subfloor is dry and structurally sound.
Fixing these hidden issues now prevents expensive mold problems from rotting your home from the inside out down the road.
Then, we install the new drain assembly and the heavy-duty pan securely onto your subfloor.
After that, we seal the walls with premium waterproof panels that keep moisture away from your drywall.
This fast turnaround means you will not have to live in a messy construction zone for weeks on end.
To help you compare your options, we put together this quick overview of what to expect during this project:
| Project Phase | What We Do | Direct Benefit to You |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition | Carefully remove the old tub and wall tiles | Clears out old mold and outdated heavy fixtures |
| Plumbing Setup | Relocate the drain and install modern shower valves | Prevents future leaks and improves water pressure |
| Pan & Wall Install | Place the slip-resistant base and waterproof panels | Creates an easy-to-clean space with zero grout stress |
| Fixtures & Glass | Mount new showerheads, grab bars, and glass doors | Adds modern style and keeps water off your bathroom floor |
Choosing your wall patterns allows you to mimic expensive stone like marble without the heavy price tag.
These modern composite materials resist scratches and keep their shiny look for decades with simple soap and water.
You can select colors that match your vanity to create a cohesive look that feels like a luxury hotel room.
Adding a built-in bench or a fold-up seat provides extra convenience during your daily wash.
This feature lets you shave your legs easily or sit down to enjoy the warm water stream.
Combining this with a handheld wand gives you maximum flexibility for washing pets or rinsing down the walls.
Deciding between glass doors or a classic curtain rod depends on how much space you want to save.
Sliding glass panels keep the heat inside and stop water from splashing onto your bath mats.
If you prefer a wider opening, a barrier-free threshold with an elegant curtain works wonders for wheelchair accessibility.
Many buyers in Oklahoma look for homes that do not require immediate renovations after they move in.
Upgrading your main bath now increases the overall appeal of your property if you ever decide to sell.
Even in a small community of about 106 people, keeping your home modern protects your hard-earned equity.
Considering the median household income here is $19,792, we know that every dollar you spend on your home must count.
We focus on practical, durable materials that offer the best bang for your buck without cutting corners on quality.
You get a gorgeous, functional upgrade that stands the test of time without wiping out your savings account.
Working with local pros who understand the unique water conditions in Stephens County ensures your plumbing stays reliable.
Hard water can ruin cheap fixtures quickly, so we only install durable brass valves that handle tough well water.
This attention to detail keeps your water flowing hot and strong for years to come.
Attempting a DIY plumbing job often leads to ruined ceilings, flooded floors, and massive headaches.
Our experienced team handles the heavy lifting, the permit checks, and the messy cleanup so you do not have to.
We treat your home with respect and leave the workspace spotless when we pack up our tools.
Imagine stepping into a bright, roomy stall tomorrow morning instead of staring at that stained, yellowing tub basin.
You deserve a bathroom that fits your actual lifestyle and physical needs today, not decades ago.
We are ready to make that dream a reality with our reliable, friendly local remodeling services.
Contact us today to schedule your free home consultation and get an accurate, no-obligation price quote.
We will sit down with you, look at your bathroom layout, and find the perfect configuration for your budget.
Take the first step toward a safer, more beautiful home right now by reaching out to our team!
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 Loco 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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