One alcove in Southwest Village, Wichita is about to earn its keep again. The Wichita crew handles demo, plumbing, walls and glass.
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Have you ever tripped over a giant tub rim while trying to wake up early for work? This daily struggle ruins your morning mood completely. Therefore you need a smart home upgrade right now.
Changing that old bathing basin into a sleek walk-in washing stall makes your bathroom feel way bigger. Because of this clever layout change you gain valuable floor area instantly.
Getting this done in Southwest Village requires local pros who know every house quirk around Sedgwick County. Consequently your remodeling project runs smoothly from start to finish without annoying delays.
Stepping over high porcelain walls puts your joints at risk every single day. Fortunately our team removes that dangerous barrier for good. This smart fix lets you shower safely without any fear of falling.
Older folks living in ZIP codes across Wichita appreciate this modern accessibility feature immensely. Moreover younger kids can step inside easily without needing heavy lifting assistance from parents.
Standard tubs take up way too much room in compact suburban houses. Removing them opens up the entire layout for better storage options. Thus you can fit a wider vanity right next to the new glass enclosure.
Maximizing limited square footage improves your daily routine in wonderful ways. Furthermore your entire bathroom gains a brighter and much more open vibe.
We start every job by measuring your existing bathroom space very carefully. Then we sit down with you to discuss tile choices and glass door styles. This helps you visualize the final result before any tools touch your floors.
Every home in Kansas has unique plumbing behind those walls. Therefore our experienced technicians check your pipes thoroughly during the initial visit.
Demo day sounds scary to most homeowners who hate dusty construction zones. However our crew protects your hallways with heavy plastic sheets before touching anything. This keeps your bedroom completely clean while we work hard.
Most projects wrap up in just a few days so you avoid long disruptions. That means you get back to normal routines much faster than expected.
Cheap plastic walls crack and leak water after only a couple of years. Instead we use thick acrylic panels that resist mold and soap scum buildup. You will spend less time scrubbing and more time relaxing.
These sturdy surfaces handle daily water spray like absolute champions. Consequently your shower area stays looking brand new for a very long time.
Frameless glass doors bounce natural light around the room in stunning ways. On top of that matte black hardware adds a stylish touch that impresses guests. You get a gorgeous spa-like retreat right inside your master bath.
Upgrading your showerhead to a rainfall model transforms your morning wake-up call. This simple addition lets you enjoy luxury water pressure every single day.
Kansas brings wild temperature swings that can mess with traditional building materials sometimes. Because of this we use specialized moisture barriers behind every single tile and panel. Your walls stay completely dry no matter how humid the summer gets.
Local building codes matter a lot when altering home plumbing layouts permanently. Therefore our licensed builders handle all required paperwork so you do not stress.
Bathroom upgrades boost your overall property value quite nicely if you ever decide to sell. Buyers love seeing modern washing stalls instead of outdated bathtubs that take forever to clean. This means your investment pays you back when moving day arrives.
Quality workmanship prevents costly water leaks that ruin subfloors over time. Thus hiring skilled local pros saves you thousands in future repair bills.
Home improvements always feel like a major financial commitment at first glance. However our team offers flexible pricing tiers to match various household budgets. You can pick and choose features that fit your wallet perfectly.
Transparent pricing means you never deal with hidden fees or surprise supply costs. Every single dollar goes directly toward making your bathroom look incredible.
Wondering how much this transformation will cost for your specific property layout? Simply reach out to our office to request a completely free quote today. Our friendly estimator visits your house to discuss designs without any sales pressure.
Taking this first step puts you on the path toward a safer bathroom. Do not wait another month struggling with that high tub wall when help is nearby.
| Feature | Old Bathtub | Modern Walk-In Stall |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | High risk of slips and falls | Zero barrier level entry |
| Cleaning | Hard to reach corners and deep basins | Smooth walls wipe clean in seconds |
| Space | Bulky footprint eats up valuable room | Open design creates spacious feeling |
Most standard tub removal projects finish in less than one week. Our efficient crew works steadily to minimize any disruption to your household. You will enjoy your new shower before you even know it.
We always provide a realistic timeline before starting any physical labor. This lets you plan your daily schedule around our working hours easily.
Drain locations sometimes need minor adjustments during the demolition phase of work. Fortunately our plumbers handle all pipe rerouting safely and up to code. You never have to worry about hiring outside contractors for the plumbing part.
Matching new fixtures to old pipes requires precise measurements and expert skill. Our team handles every technical detail so your water flows perfectly.
Homeowners love having full control over tile patterns and accent colors. We offer dozens of styles including stone looks and sleek subway designs. Built-in corner shelves keep your shampoo bottles organized and off the floor.
Personalizing your washing area makes the final result feel truly special. Every choice reflects your unique style and taste.
Living with a cramped and outdated bathroom gets old really fast. Making the switch to a spacious glass enclosure improves your morning routine drastically. You deserve a functional space that makes you smile every day.
Contact our local team now to schedule your free estimate and start planning. Your dream bathroom is just a quick message away from becoming reality.
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 Southwest Village, Wichita 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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