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Walk-In Shower Installation Cost
Bath tub to shower installations can feel overwhelming, as it is difficult to realize your exact plan while sticking to your budget. Big businesses are capitalizing on the growing market for tub to shower installations, so it is important to know what you should be paying. For this reason, we are very transparent here at Music City Shower. We can help you better understand the costs and parts associated with your job.
The overall cost of a bath tub to walk in shower installation can vary depending on several factors, but the largest drivers of your estimate will be the size of the space, materials used, aesthetic or safety design add-ons, labor costs and, naturally, the company you choose for your the job. The average cost of a bath tub to walk in shower installation ranges between $5000 and $10000. You should not pay any more than this for a standard bath tub to walk in shower installation unless your job is much larger than average.
Bath Tub to Shower Space Size
The size of your original bath tub plays a significant role in determining the cost of the bath tub to shower walk in shower installation. Larger showers require more materials and may take longer to install, resulting in higher parts and labor costs. On average, the cost of a manufactured shower ranges from $10 to $25 per square foot, while a tiled shower can range from $15 to $58 per square foot. In some instances, such as with curbless showers, labor and specialized installation techniques can add up to between $20 and $65 per square foot.
Choice of Shower Materials
The choice of materials for your shower also affects the overall cost. Acrylic or fiberglass inserts can cost between $400 and $2,000, while tile showers can range from $1 to $17 per square foot. Cultured marble, cultured granite, and quartz are other material options with varying price ranges depending on the size of the tiled space.
Additional Add-Ons for Safety and Aesthetics
To enhance the functionality and aesthetics of your shower, you may choose to add various features and accessories. These can include frameless shower doors, faucets, built-in shelves or niches, shower heads, grab bars, benches, and slip-resistant floors. The average cost of these additional features can range from $50 to $900 for showerheads, $15 to $400 for faucets and shower fixtures, $75 to $300 for built-in shelves or niches, $85 to $300 for grab bars, $100 to $300 for benches, and $200 to $1,000 for slip-resistant floors.
Walk-In Shower Installation Labor Costs
The labor costs associated with a bathroom update can vary depending on the complexity of the project. On average, labor charges may cost half the price of the bath tub to walk in shower installation. It’s crucial to hire a professional installation company that is experienced in tub-to-shower bathroom remodels to ensure a seamless and efficient installation process. Thankfully, our team has more than 30 years of experience.
Bath Tub to Walk In Shower Ideas
Again, bath tub to shower installatoin projects can feel overwhelming and thinking up the perfect design can be an added weight, so let our expertise be a guide for you. Our Design & Install team is ready to assist you with your bath tub to shower installation ideas.
Walk-In Shower Material Ideas
Selecting cost-effective materials, such as acrylic or fiberglass shower stalls, can help reduce overall costs. These materials offer durability and functionality at a more affordable price point compared to natural stone or tile options. If you choose tile, there are 1000s of variations of tile material, size and design. It is important to strike a balance between cost and the value of your bath tub to walk-in shower installation. It is often times worth investing in higher-quality materials for durability, aesthetic, safety reasons and longevity.
Walk-In Shower Door Ideas
Shower doors can vary significantly in price depending on the style and quality. Balancing quality and price is key when selecting new bath hardware. A good way to reduce the cost of your job is to utilize a shower curtain instead of a glass door. This may be an option for you if you do not require the aesthetics of a glass shower door.
Walk-In Shower Spacing Ideas
It is ideal to install your new shower unit in the exact existing bath tub space, as it will save you time and money on the project. By keeping the walk in shower size within the tub area, you avoid the cost of moving shower walls and drains.
Walk-In Shower Fixtures and Faucet Ideas
Faucets and fixtures can range in price from basic models to high-end options. We have options such as Rain Shower heads, standard faucets, and handheld faucets. We will help you consider your needs and preferences to determine the quality level and design features for your perfect walk in shower.
Walk-In Shower Plumbing Considerations
Our Walk in Shower installer will do a preconstruction walk through to assess the condition of your existing plumbing and determine if any adjustments or new plumbing are necessary. Naturally, any alterations made to the water lines and drains can add to the overall cost.
Peggy Bragg (store manager) –
My husband and I had been wanting to remodel our bathroom for several years. We were referred to Music City Shower . We reached out to them and Graham came to give us an estimate. Graham was very nice and professional. We were very impressed with the ideas and suggestions he presented to us. We are beyond excited to start this new project and can’t wait to see the final results of our newly renovated bathroom.
Kester Osifoh (store manager) –
Great and reliable. They did my bathroom renovation late last year, no complaints, very professional. I would certainly recommend this company.
Cory Westerfield (store manager) –
Great job, great work done!! Excellent experience from start to finish!