Our Star Island crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Miami-Dade County within days.
Written quote at no cost, one callback, no chasing afterwards.
Do you feel like your old basin is just taking up too much room? Perhaps you want a sleek, walk-in area that makes your morning routine feel like a breeze.
Upgrading your outdated washing station is the smartest move you can make for your home. By swapping out those clunky, high-walled tubs, you instantly gain a sense of openness and airy living that improves your daily life.
Maybe you find yourself barely using that deep basin that sits collecting dust. It takes up a ton of floor space which makes your bathroom feel smaller than it really is.
By removing it, you open up the entire room to feel much larger and more functional for everyone. This change provides you with a much safer way to enter your daily wash area without tripping over high edges.
Living in a place like the famous private enclave located in Miami-Dade County means your property likely values space and high-end finishes. With a small population of only about 98 people, you deserve a home that fits your lifestyle perfectly.
Your neighborhood is known for its exclusive vibe and high property values, often linked to ZIP codes like 33139. When you make a smart investment in your property, you add real value that helps when you decide to change things up later.
First, you need someone who knows how to handle the plumbing and the heavy lifting. They will carefully demo the old unit to expose the space behind your walls for a fresh start.
Then, they install the new waterproof backing and the stunning tiling that makes your new space look absolutely incredible. Finally, you get to pick out the fancy fixtures that make the whole setup feel like a total dream.
You will save so much time cleaning since you no longer have to scrub hard-to-reach corners of a deep basin. A single, flat-floor area means you can just wipe things down quickly and get on with your day.
Furthermore, you gain a sense of ease that makes your bathroom feel like a high-end hotel room. This creates a level of relaxation that stays with you long after you leave the room.
| Feature of the Upgrade | Your Direct Benefit | |
|---|---|---|
| Low barrier entry | Much easier access for everyone | |
| Glass panel enclosure | Feels way bigger and more open | |
| Non-slip flooring | Better safety while washing up | |
| Modern rainfall head | A much more satisfying daily experience |
Choosing the right tile is the most fun part because you get to match your personal style perfectly. Whether you want cool marble or rustic stone, the options are honestly endless for your project.
Plus, using high-quality materials ensures that your new space stays looking great for a very long time. You will appreciate the extra durability when you are scrubbing down that space on a Sunday morning.
Sometimes, you might find hidden water damage behind the old basin that needs fixing right away. It is always better to have a pro look at it before you start tiling everything over.
On top of that, making sure the drainage is set up correctly prevents puddles from forming on your floor. Proper slope is the secret to keeping your bathroom dry and preventing any moldy messes.
You can add built-in shelves to keep all your shampoos and soaps within easy reach. This keeps your space looking organized and neat without needing those flimsy hanging baskets that always fall off.
Additionally, adding a bench gives you a spot to sit down while you wash your feet. This is a game changer for anyone who wants to take their time and enjoy a long, warm wash.
While you might worry about the initial cost, think about how much you will enjoy this every single day. Most people find that the boost in home value pays for the project down the road.
If you are planning to sell your house eventually, buyers love seeing a modern, accessible space instead of a bulky tub. You are basically putting money right back into your own pocket by choosing this path.
Since you live in such a beautiful, specific area, you want someone who understands the local building codes. A local pro knows the exact requirements for houses in this part of Florida to ensure everything is perfect.
They also provide a free estimate so you know exactly what the job will cost before they start. This gives you peace of mind so you can focus on picking out the fun stuff like colors and hardware.
Check if they have experience with these specific types of room modifications. You want a person who treats your home with care and keeps the dust under control during the whole process.
Clear communication is key, so make sure they explain every step of the job clearly. If they seem rushed or unwilling to answer your questions, keep looking for someone who puts your needs first.
Start by measuring the area and thinking about where you want your new fixture to go. You might even want to change the plumbing layout to make the room feel even more spacious.
Sketch out a quick drawing to visualize how the new glass doors will swing. This helps you figure out if you need a door that slides or one that opens outward.
Removing that heavy porcelain or metal tub is hard work that you probably do not want to do yourself. It involves heavy lifting and careful work around your existing pipes and electrical wires.
By hiring a professional, you avoid the risk of damaging your floors or walls during the demo phase. They have all the right tools to get the old junk out of your house without leaving a mess.
Lighting is super important for making your new space feel bright and welcoming. Consider adding some recessed lights directly above the new washing area to highlight your nice new tile work.
Also, think about the hardware finish that matches the rest of your bathroom's vibe. Brushed nickel or matte black can make a huge difference in how the final room feels to you.
You are likely ready to leave the old, outdated look behind and start something new. There is really no reason to keep struggling with a setup that does not work for your life.
Reach out for your free estimate today and find out how easy this process can actually be. You will love the change, and your daily routine will feel like a brand new experience.
Once your project is done, you should keep the glass clean to prevent hard water spots. A simple squeegee after each use makes a massive difference in how the glass looks over time.
Regularly cleaning the grout lines also keeps your new space looking like the day it was finished. This simple habit keeps your investment in top shape for years to come.
Investing in your living space is always a good idea when you want to feel better in your own home. You deserve a space that reflects your taste and provides the functionality you need.
Take the first step by getting your free estimate from a local expert who knows the area well. Your dream bathroom is closer than you think, and the process is actually quite straightforward.
Do not wait around when you could be enjoying a beautiful new walk-in area right now. Contact a local pro today and get the conversation started about your home renovation goals.
They will come out to your property, look at the space, and tell you exactly what is possible. You will get a fair price for the work and a timeline that works for your busy schedule.
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 Star Island 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.
The map carries the geography; the link lists underneath spell out every town our crews can reach from this one.
For the bigger map: county seat pages start at Miami-Dade County; the statewide picture lives on Florida; the wider region is the South; background reading sits on Wikipedia.
One three-day job stands between this bathroom and its best fixture.
Get my free quote