Our Redmond crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Deschutes County within days.
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Do you ever stare at your bulky, unused soaking basin and wish for a streamlined washing space instead? Transforming that clunky rectangle into a modern, open-access stall can completely change your daily routine.
Perhaps you live in that beautiful high desert spot in Deschutes County where the landscape is as rugged as it is pretty. If you reside in the 97756 area, you probably know how much a quick and efficient start to the day matters.
Most people find that their old, deep basins become more of a storage shelf for dusty bottles than a place for actual soaking. By removing that heavy porcelain or acrylic beast, you gain massive amounts of square footage for your feet to move around.
This change provides a sense of open relaxation that a cramped tub simply cannot match. Because you reclaim this floor space, your morning routine feels faster and way less cluttered.
Transitioning to a walk-in unit also increases the overall value of your house for future buyers. Real estate markets love a home that prioritizes modern accessibility and sleek design over clunky, dated fixtures.
Stepping over a high wall every morning can turn into a real headache as the years go by. When you swap that barrier for a low-threshold basin, you stop worrying about trips and slips on wet surfaces.
This modification offers incredible relief for your joints and gives you much better stability while washing. Because the floor remains level, you navigate your private space with confidence and genuine ease.
You might want to consider adding grab bars or a built-in seat during this process as well. These additions create a secure environment that feels both safe and incredibly welcoming for everyone in your family.
Installing a glass-enclosed stall brings a level of stylish charm that makes your room look twice as big. Clear panels reflect light throughout the entire area, which makes the whole space feel bright and airy.
Since you choose the tile patterns and hardware finishes, you get a custom look that matches your personal taste. This level of customization ensures that your bathroom upgrade fits perfectly with your existing home decor.
Having a clean and polished stall also makes cleaning much faster than scrubbing down a large tub. You just wipe down the glass and tile to keep things looking sharp and pristine every single day.
Before you start tearing out pipes, you need to understand how your plumbing functions behind the walls. A skilled professional can handle the rerouting of your drain so your new drain point sits exactly where you want it.
This process prevents leaks and ensures that your new setup drains water as fast as you can spray it. Because you hire a pro for this work, you avoid the messy headaches of DIY plumbing disasters.
You should also think about the waterproof membrane required for your new shower walls. Without the right barrier, moisture finds its way into the studs and creates huge problems down the road.
Selecting high-quality materials for your bathroom project keeps your investment looking great for many years. You want durable stone, ceramic, or porcelain tile that withstands the humidity of daily hot showers.
Because you live in a place with unique weather patterns, choosing products that resist mineral buildup is a smart move. Water in our local area can sometimes leave spots on glass, so a protective coating helps keep it sparkling.
You should also look for high-grade faucets that provide consistent water pressure whenever you turn the handle. Getting the right flow rate ensures your morning rinse is always satisfying and perfectly warm.
While a full bathroom renovation can seem daunting, breaking it down into smaller steps makes it manageable. You can set a budget that covers the demolition, the materials, and the labor for a clean installation.
Given that the median household income in this region sits at $55,679, planning your costs helps you stay within your comfort zone. Getting a professional assessment allows you to see all potential costs before any work begins.
You might be surprised by how much value this update adds to your daily life compared to its cost. Think of it as investing in your own daily happiness rather than just a simple home improvement task.
Now that you know the benefits, you might wonder how to get started on this exciting project. The best way forward is to have someone come by and look at your current bathroom setup.
This lets you ask questions about the timeline and the specific materials that fit your vision best. Since every room has different dimensions, seeing the space in person is always better than guessing from photos.
You can request a free estimate to get a clear picture of what the final project entails. This document outlines every single detail so you know exactly what to expect from start to finish.
Working with a local contractor who knows the 29,234 residents of our community is a massive advantage. We understand the specific plumbing codes and building standards required for our area in Oregon.
When you choose a team familiar with your neighborhood, you get reliable service and quick communication throughout the job. We care about your satisfaction because we see you as a neighbor rather than just a project number.
Your project deserves the care and attention that only a local professional can provide. We pride ourselves on clean workspaces and clear communication from the moment we arrive at your door.
Are you ready to stop tripping over that old wall and start enjoying a modern showering experience? Getting your free estimate is the first step toward reclaiming your space and upgrading your home.
We take pride in our ability to transform outdated areas into beautiful and functional sanctuaries. You deserve a bathroom that makes you feel good every single time you step inside to get ready.
Simply reach out to schedule a visit and let us walk you through the process. We will look at your layout, listen to your ideas, and give you a honest price for the work.
| Feature | Primary Benefit | |
|---|---|---|
| Low Threshold | Easier and safer access | |
| Custom Tile | Adds personal style | |
| Glass Enclosure | Makes room feel larger | |
| Modern Faucets | Better water control | |
| Professional Install | Long-lasting durability |
Everything we do is designed to make your life simpler and your home more enjoyable to live in. Why keep waiting for the right moment when you can start planning your new bathroom right now?
We are here to answer all your questions about the process and show you the best options for your specific space. You will find that the whole transition happens faster and smoother than you probably imagine.
Let us help you bring your vision to life and turn that awkward tub into the highlight of your home. Contact us for your free quote today and start loving your bathroom again.
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 Redmond 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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