Our Saint Ann crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Saint Louis County within days.
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Maybe you are tired of climbing over that high porcelain barrier every single morning just to wash off. That giant obstacle poses a serious tripping hazard and takes up way too much space in your cramped washroom. This is exactly why swapping that old basin for a modern walk-in option makes perfect sense for your daily routine.
Suddenly your morning starts with effortless entry. Our team specializes in removing those outdated deep tubs and installing beautiful, low-profile bases that open up your entire room. You get a safer washroom and a much bigger feel without moving any walls.
Think about how much easier cleaning becomes when you do not have to bend over double to scrub grime out of hard-to-reach corners. We want to help you achieve this upgrade today. You can grab a completely free estimate from our local team to see how simple this transformation really is.
If you look closely at your current layout, that old basin probably consumes more than half of your usable floor area. Most people rarely take actual baths anymore because they prefer a quick, refreshing wash instead. By making this smart swap, you instantly reclaim valuable real estate for better storage or just more breathing room.
Which means you can finally say goodbye to that damp, enclosed feeling. Modern designs use gorgeous glass panels and low thresholds that let natural light bounce around the space. This simple change completely alters the vibe of your home.
On top of that, your safety level skyrockets the moment we finish the job. Slipping on wet porcelain is a major worry for folks of all ages. Removing that tall step reduces your chances of a nasty fall to almost zero.
Naturally you want to know what you actually gain from this investment. The most obvious perk is the immediate boost in daily convenience. You just step right in without any balancing acts.
To help you compare the two setups, we put together this quick table:
| Feature | Old Deep Basin | New Walk-In Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Height | Usually 15 to 18 inches | Often less than 3 inches |
| Cleaning Effort | High bending and scrubbing | Quick wipe down |
| Visual Space | Cramped and bulky | Open and bright |
| Water Usage | Very high for soaking | Efficient and fast |
Consequently you save both precious time and water. This table shows how much you stand to gain by upgrading. Our local crew is ready to visit your home to map out this exact upgrade for you.
Furthermore we tailor every single project to your budget. You do not have to guess about the total price. We provide detailed, no-obligation quotes so you can plan with absolute confidence.
First we start by carefully measuring your existing footprint to ensure a snug fit. Our skilled installers handle the demolition with extreme care so we do not damage your surrounding walls or plumbing. We haul away that heavy, old cast iron or acrylic monster so you do not have to lift a finger.
Next we inspect the subfloor for any hidden water damage or mold. This crucial step prevents future headaches and ensures your new base sits on a rock-solid foundation. We fix any soft spots before proceeding.
After that we update the plumbing valves and drains to match the new layout. This lets you enjoy superior water flow and reliable drainage for years to come. We install high-quality pipes that stand the test of time.
Now comes the fun part where you pick the look you love. You can choose from gorgeous acrylic surrounds that mimic expensive stone or classic subway tile. These materials require virtually zero maintenance and will not harbor mold.
Besides looking great, these systems are incredibly tough. They resist cracking, fading, and chipping even with daily use. You get a gorgeous look that lasts a lifetime.
Additionally you can add handy features like built-in seating, sturdy grab bars, or recessed shampoo caddies. These smart additions keep your soap within arm's reach while keeping the floor clutter-free. You customize the space exactly how you live.
Because we live and work right here in the area, we care deeply about our neighbors. We understand the unique architectural styles of homes in this historic Saint Louis County community. Our team knows how to handle the quirky plumbing often found in older Midwestern residences.
This lets us complete most jobs much faster than those big national chains. We respect your home and always clean up our mess before we leave. You will barely know we were there, except for your gorgeous new washroom.
Did you know that our local area has a population of 12,853 hardworking folks? With a median household income of $47,825, we know that every dollar you invest in your home must deliver real, lasting value. That is why we keep our prices competitive and our quality incredibly high for everyone living in the 63074 ZIP code.
Indeed updating your washroom is one of the smartest ways to increase your home's overall value. Buyers love seeing modern, accessible spaces when they shop for a new place. You get to enjoy the upgrade now, and it pays you back later if you ever decide to sell.
Even if you plan to stay in your home forever, this change ensures you can age in place. You won't have to worry about moving to an assisted facility just because your washroom became too difficult to use. It is a gift of independence for your future self.
Therefore we focus on delivering top-notch craftsmanship on every single job. We do not cut corners or use cheap materials that fail after a few years. Our reputation in Saint Ann, Missouri is built on honesty and solid work.
Perhaps you are wondering about the total cost for your specific layout. Every home is a little different, which is why we offer completely free, on-site consultations. We sit down with you, look at your space, and give you a straight answer.
This means you get a real price without any high-pressure sales tactics. We explain all your options and let you make the decision that fits your family best. You remain in complete control of the project.
So why wait another day to make your life easier? Contact us right now to book your free consultation and take the first step toward a safer, more beautiful home...
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 Saint Ann 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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