Our Telluride crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in San Miguel County within days.
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Maybe you are tired of stepping over that high, dangerous ledge every single morning just to get washed. For many people, swapping that bulky, unused basin for a sleek, walk-in option makes daily life so much easier. This simple change instantly opens up your room, gives you more physical space, and stops you from slipping on wet porcelain.
Fortunately, our team helps local homeowners make this transition without any stress or messy DIY mistakes. We come right to your house to look at your setup and give you a detailed estimate for the job. Since we do all the heavy lifting, you can just sit back and watch your old, outdated wash area transform into a beautiful oasis.
Which means you get to enjoy a safer, modern washing space that actually fits your daily routine. No more stubbed toes or awkward climbing after a long day on your feet. Let us help you plan this upgrade today with our friendly, local team of installers.
Let us be honest about how we actually use our homes these days. Most of us do not have the time to sit and soak in a giant basin of warm water anymore. Instead, we rush in for a quick rinse before work or school, which makes that giant porcelain block a waste of valuable square footage.
By removing that old basin, you open up the entire layout of your washing area. This allows us to install a low-profile base that sits almost flush with your floor. On top of that, you can add beautiful glass doors or modern tile patterns that show off your personal style.
This lets you breathe easier knowing you have minimized the risk of falling on slick surfaces. Older basins are notorious for causing slips, especially as we get a bit older or deal with joint pain. Removing that barrier gives you back your independence and peace of mind every single day.
To help you compare the two options, we built a quick breakdown of how these setups perform:
| Feature | Old Basin Setup | Modern Walk-In Option |
|---|---|---|
| Step-In Height | Usually 14 to 18 inches high | Only 3 to 5 inches high |
| Floor Space Usage | Cramped and bulky | Open and spacious |
| Cleaning Effort | Hard to reach corners | Quick wipe down |
Now, you might worry that tearing out a heavy cast iron or acrylic fixture will turn your home into a construction zone for weeks. Actually, our experienced crew knows how to handle these jobs quickly and cleanly. We protect your floors, seal off the doorways to stop dust, and haul away the old junk so you do not have to deal with it.
Which means we often finish the main structural work in just a couple of days. We carefully inspect the plumbing behind the walls to ensure there are no hidden leaks or mold issues before we put up the new walls. This extra care protects your home from water damage down the line, saving you thousands in future repairs.
After checking the pipes, we install your choice of beautiful acrylic surrounds or custom ceramic tiles. You can customize the setup with built-in shelving, sturdy grab bars, or even a comfortable fold-down bench. These personalized features turn a simple washing area into a luxurious space tailored just for you.
Choosing the right materials can make a massive difference in how much time you spend scrubbing grout on the weekends. We offer low-maintenance solid surfaces that resist mold and soap scum build-up naturally. This means you spend less time cleaning with harsh chemicals and more time enjoying your beautiful home.
If you prefer a classic look, we also lay traditional subway tile or modern stone mosaics with waterproof sealers. These premium materials elevate the look of your entire home, adding real value if you ever decide to sell. Our design experts will guide you through all these choices during your free initial consultation.
An overlooked part of this transition is making sure your existing drains can handle the water flow from a larger overhead fixture. Standard basins often use a smaller drain pipe than modern, high-flow overhead options. Our skilled installers make sure your drain line is properly sized and aligned to prevent annoying backups.
This prevents standing water from pooling around your feet while you try to get clean. We also install high-quality mixing valves that protect you from sudden bursts of freezing or scalding water. Your safety and satisfaction remain our top priorities throughout the entire plumbing phase.
Living up here in San Miguel County means dealing with unique seasonal changes and plumbing challenges that flatlanders just do not understand. Our homes endure freezing winter temperatures, which means your pipes require extra insulation and proper placement to avoid bursting. We understand these local building codes inside and out, especially in areas with a median household income of $66,613 where quality work is highly valued.
Whether you live in a historic cabin or a modern condo near the slopes, we respect your property and your time. Our team is proud to serve the local population of 1,826 residents who expect honest, hardworking service. We regularly travel through the local ZIP codes like 81435 to help our neighbors upgrade their homes with durable, beautiful bathroom solutions.
Because we live and work in Telluride, Colorado (CO), USA, we care about building lasting relationships with everyone we serve. We do not use high-pressure sales tactics or hide extra fees in the fine print of our contracts. You get straightforward pricing, quality craftsmanship, and a gorgeous new washing space that will last for decades.
Getting started on your bathroom upgrade is incredibly simple and completely risk-free. When you contact us, we schedule a convenient time to visit your home and inspect your current setup. This allows us to take precise measurements and spot any potential plumbing issues before we write up your proposal.
This ensures you receive an accurate, honest price estimate without any surprise costs down the road. We present you with different material options and layout ideas that fit your specific budget and style. You can ask us any questions about the timeline, materials, or plumbing details during this friendly visit.
Once you approve the plan, we order your custom materials and schedule the installation at a time that works best for your family. We keep you updated every step of the way so you always know what to expect. Grab your phone or fill out our online form today to request your free, no-obligation estimate 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 Telluride 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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For the bigger map: county seat pages start at San Miguel County; the statewide picture lives on Colorado; the wider region is the West; background reading sits on Wikipedia.
One three-day job stands between this bathroom and its best fixture.
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