Our Shorewood Hills crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Dane County within days.
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Do you ever slip on slick porcelain while trying to wash up in the morning? That old soaking basin takes up way too much room in your Dane County home.
Replacing that dusty fixture gives you more floor space for your morning stretches. Meanwhile, transitioning your bathing area keeps you safe from nasty falls.
Maybe you live near ZIP codes where homes need modern upgrades to stay fresh. Fortunately, our local crew handles bathroom remodeling right here in the charming village of Shorewood Hills, Wisconsin.
Many homeowners find climbing over high ceramic walls quite annoying as they age. Removing this obstacle saves you from daily joint pain and stiffness.
Besides that, nobody really has time for long baths anymore anyway. This quick upgrade lets you shower faster before rushing off to work.
That old porcelain basin might even have hidden cracks leaking water behind your walls. Fixing this issue early protects your wooden subfloor from costly rotting damage.
Transitioning from a tub to a standing stall opens up your entire restroom layout. Therefore, you gain extra room to move around without bumping your elbows.
Custom glass panels make small washrooms feel much larger and brighter all day. Consequently, natural light bounces around your vanity area much better now.
You can also pick textured non-slip bases for total peace of mind during slippery conditions. This feature guarantees you stay firmly planted while washing your hair.
Upgrading your bathroom fixtures increases your overall property value significantly over time. For instance, future buyers love seeing modern low-threshold showers ready for use.
With a median household income of $125,893 around these parts, investing in your home makes total financial sense. On top of that, these stylish renovations modernize outdated properties instantly.
Nobody wants to spend hours scrubbing grimy grout lines every single weekend. Modern acrylic wall panels let you wipe down surfaces in just a few seconds.
Planning a big plumbing project can feel super overwhelming without proper guidance. Luckily, our local team walks you through every single step with zero stress.
First we measure your available space to design a layout fitting your exact needs. Then we tear out that heavy old tub without making a huge mess.
Afterward, our skilled technicians hook up new drain lines and waterproof the surrounding framework securely. This meticulous process ensures your new shower runs smoothly for decades.
Budgeting for home improvements requires careful thought about labor and materials. Depending on your material choices, prices vary quite a bit across the board.
Basic acrylic inserts usually cost less than custom tile layouts built from scratch. However, custom stonework offers unmatched visual appeal for homeowners wanting a luxury finish.
To help you plan, check out this quick price breakdown table for typical bathroom upgrades:
| Project Type | Estimated Cost Range | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Acrylic Stall | $3,500 - $6,000 | 1 to 2 Days |
| Custom Tile Walk-In | $7,000 - $12,000 | 3 to 5 Days |
| Full Bathroom Makeover | $15,000+ | 1 to 2 Weeks |
Knowing these numbers lets you make smart financial choices for your household. Additionally, requesting a personalized estimate gives you an exact dollar figure.
Watching professionals work in your house might seem intimidating at first glance. Yet our friendly crew keeps your living space clean throughout the entire process.
Dust barriers keep construction debris away from your bedroom and hallway areas. Meanwhile, drop cloths protect your precious hallway carpeting from muddy work boots.
Before you know it, construction dust vanishes and a stunning new stall stands ready. You can finally enjoy a refreshing morning spray without any cramped awkwardness.
Picking out shiny new hardware brings the whole bathroom design together nicely. Brushed nickel faucets give your space a classy look without screaming for attention.
Matte black shower heads add a striking modern contrast against bright white wall surrounds. Furthermore, rainfall shower heads provide a soothing cascade that melts away your daily stress.
Built-in storage niches keep your shampoo bottles off the floor and within easy reach. This clever design trick eliminates messy hanging caddies that always rust eventually.
Keeping a brand new wash station clean takes very little effort on your part. A quick squeegee after every use stops soap scum from building up over time.
Harsh chemical cleaners can ruin shiny acrylic finishes if you are not careful. Instead, mild dish soap and a soft sponge work wonders for weekly maintenance routines.
Silicone caulking around the base should get checked once a year for minor cracks. Catching tiny leaks early saves you from dealing with expensive structural repairs later.
With a population of just 2,214 residents, our town maintains a wonderful close-knit community vibe. Neighbors know neighbors here, so reputation matters more than anything else.
Supporting local contractors keeps money circulating right back into our regional economy. We take immense pride in upgrading homes throughout this beautiful Wisconsin enclave.
Every single home is unique and deserves customized attention during remodeling projects. Our team treats your property with the exact same care we would give our own houses.
Older homes often hide quirky plumbing layouts behind the drywall and floorboards. Uncovering rusted iron pipes during demolition can slow down progress temporarily.
Fortunately, modern PVC piping replaces those outdated metal lines with zero hassle. This upgrade improves water pressure significantly while preventing future pinhole leaks.
Tight corners sometimes require creative spacing solutions for your new glass shower door. Our experienced builders figure out these puzzles so you do not have to.
Accessibility features matter greatly if you plan on aging in place gracefully. Low-profile basin thresholds eliminate tripping hazards completely for older family members.
Strategically placed grab bars offer sturdy support when stepping onto wet surfaces. These safety additions blend seamlessly with modern decor without looking like hospital equipment.
Built-in shower benches let you sit down comfortably while washing your feet. Such thoughtful details make daily hygiene routines relaxing and accessible for all ages.
Dark bathrooms feel cramped and uninviting no matter how clean you keep them. Installing frosted glass panels lets bright sunlight filter through while preserving your privacy.
Good ventilation prevents mold growth by pulling humid air outside during hot showers. Upgrading your exhaust fan keeps your walls dry and your indoor air fresh.
Pairing bright LED vanity lights with a well-lit shower enclosure changes everything. Your morning routine becomes much more pleasant when you can actually see clearly.
Procrastinating on home repairs only makes small issues grow into massive headaches. Tackling your outdated washing space today improves your daily quality of life instantly.
You deserve a functional bathroom that matches your modern lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Why wait another year dealing with a high-walled tub you never actually use?
Reach out to us right now to request your complimentary project estimate. Our team is ready to help you plan the ultimate bathroom transformation without any pressure.
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 Shorewood Hills 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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