Our Pantego crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Beaufort County within days.
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You probably feel tired of stepping over that high porcelain ledge every single morning. This daily hurdle can turn your fast morning routine into an annoying balancing act. Fortunately, a smart swap lets you trade that deep basin for a sleek, walk-in washing space instead.
Getting this upgrade makes your bathroom feel twice as big. Since the old walls get opened up, you get to customize the space with modern tiles and handy built-in shelves. Our team specializes in transforming these outdated setups into beautiful, accessible walk-in stalls without the headache of a full home remodel.
If you want to make your home safer and more modern, we are ready to visit your house and give you a free estimate. We love helping local homeowners find the best layout for their daily routines. Let us take a look at your current bathroom setup and show you what is possible.
Think about how often you actually take a long soak. Most people realize they only use their deep tubs to collect dust and laundry. By switching to a modern walk-in stall, you reclaim that valuable square footage for something you will actually enjoy every day.
This smart change brings immense peace of mind. Slippery porcelain surfaces cause thousands of home accidents every year. A low-profile threshold dramatically lowers your risk of slipping while getting clean. On top of that, cleaning a flat, modern floor is ten times easier than scrubbing grime out of deep, curved corners.
Your daily routine deserves a touch of luxury. Imagine stepping onto a slip-resistant surface with custom hand showers and built-in seating. This upgrade does not just make your life easier, it also adds serious resale value to your property. Buyers love seeing modern, accessible bathrooms that do not require future renovation work.
Adding a low-entry base keeps everyone in your household safe. Young kids and older adults alike struggle with high tub walls. By removing that barrier, you create a seamless transition that prevents nasty falls.
We install heavy-duty grab bars that blend beautifully into your new wall panels. These bars do not look like hospital equipment anymore. They match your gorgeous new hardware perfectly while providing sturdy support when you need it most. This simple addition ensures you can stay in your beloved home for many years to come.
You can choose from a huge variety of modern wall surrounds and door styles. Whether you prefer a classic subway tile look or a sleek marble pattern, we have options that match your unique taste. You can also pick between elegant frameless glass doors or a spacious, open shower curtain design.
Our team helps you select the perfect hardware finishes too. From brushed nickel to matte black, these small details tie the whole room together. We make sure your new setup reflects your personal style while staying highly functional.
Many homeowners worry that remodeling will leave them without a bathroom for weeks. Happily, our experienced crew has perfected this specific swap down to a science. We work fast and clean up every speck of dust before we pack up our tools.
First, we carefully protect your floors and hallways to keep your home pristine. Then, we remove the old heavy iron or acrylic basin without damaging the surrounding drywall. Our skilled installers inspect the hidden plumbing behind the walls to ensure everything is dry, rot-free, and up to code before proceeding.
Next, we install the new leak-proof base and connect the updated drain system. We seal every joint with premium grade materials to prevent any future moisture issues. Finally, we mount your chosen wall panels, fixtures, and glass doors to complete your dream setup.
| Feature | Old Deep Basin | Modern Walk-In Stall |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Height | 15 to 18 inches | 3 to 5 inches |
| Floor Space | Feels cramped and narrow | Feels open and spacious |
| Cleaning Time | High effort scrubbing required | Quick wipe-down |
| Safety Level | High slip hazard | Very safe and stable |
We are proud to serve the wonderful community of Beaufort County. Living in this beautiful coastal plain region means we understand the unique moisture and humidity challenges that local homes face. Our installations are built to withstand these damp southern conditions with ease.
This charming area, particularly the lovely town of Pantego, North Carolina, is home to about 211 residents who value hard work and honest service. With a median household income of around $38,750, we know that every home improvement dollar you spend needs to deliver real, lasting value. We respect your budget and never push unnecessary upgrades.
Whether you live near the local historic spots or right in the heart of the 27860 ZIP code, we are just a short drive away. We treat your house with the same care and respect we would show to our own families. Our deep roots in this community mean we stand behind our craftsmanship for the long haul.
Working with local pros means you get personalized attention from start to finish. We do not use pushy sales tactics or confusing corporate jargon. We listen to your needs, look at your space, and give you a straightforward plan that works.
We also know the local building codes inside and out. This ensures your project is completely compliant and safe. You will not have to worry about permit issues or sloppy work that fails inspection down the road.
We understand that inviting contractors into your home can feel stressful. That is why our crew focuses on clear communication and friendly service. We keep you updated at every step so you always know what is happening in your home.
We also keep our work area tidy and organized. We minimize noise and disruption so you can go about your day with minimal hassle. Your peace of mind is our top priority throughout the entire installation.
Postponing this upgrade only means more days of struggling with an inconvenient, outdated bathroom. You deserve a beautiful washing space that brings you joy and relaxation every single day. Taking this step now protects your safety and raises your property value at the same time.
We make the entire estimation process incredibly easy and stress-free. Our friendly team will visit your home, measure your current setup, and talk through all your design ideas. We then provide a detailed, itemized quote absolutely free of charge.
There is zero obligation to buy when you request your estimate. We simply want to give you the honest information you need to make the best decision for your household. Get in touch with us today to schedule your visit and start planning your perfect bathroom upgrade!
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 Pantego 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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