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If you are tired of stepping over a giant porcelain wall just to wash your hair, we can swap that old basin for a sleek walk-in stall. This smart upgrade instantly opens up your small bathroom space and makes your daily routine safer. Contact us right now to grab a free estimate and start planning your project.
Maybe you feel like you are climbing Mount Everest every single morning. That high ledge on your old tub is a major trip hazard, especially when soap gets everywhere. By choosing to swap it out for a modern, low-profile basin, you create a beautiful open space that keeps you safe.
This home upgrade does not just look amazing. It actually makes your daily life much simpler because cleaning a flat, vertical wall is way easier than scrubbing stained, rounded corners. Plus, you will save gallons of water every month, which keeps your hard-earned cash right in your pocket.
Many folks in our corner of Cook County are realizing that they do not actually take long baths anymore. Since life moves pretty fast, a quick and refreshing spray fits the daily schedule much better. Our crew specializes in tearing out those outdated, bulky units and putting in fresh, modern setups.
When we do this work, we focus on tough materials like high-grade acrylic surrounds and solid composite pans. These modern options do not crack under pressure, meaning you will not have to worry about leaks ruining your subfloor. This gives you absolute peace of mind for decades.
To help you see the value of this change, let us look at how the two setups compare in daily life:
| Feature | Old Deep Tub | New Walk-In Stall |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Height | 15 to 18 inches | Under 3 inches |
| Cleaning Time | High (lots of bending) | Low (wipe and go) |
| Water Usage | Up to 50 gallons | Around 15-20 gallons |
As you can see, the benefits of modernizing your layout are pretty clear. On top of that, you get a much more stylish room that feels like a fancy hotel. You deserve to enjoy your home without dealing with outdated fixtures.
First, we sit down with you to look at your current space and chat about what you want. We measure every corner carefully so that we do not run into bad surprises during the installation. This careful planning ensures that your new setup fits perfectly into the existing alcove.
After we agree on the design, our local team handles the demolition quickly and cleanly. We haul away the heavy old cast iron or steel basin, which saves your back from any heavy lifting. Then, we inspect the hidden pipes to make sure everything is dry and solid.
Next, we install the new leak-proof pan and connect it to your existing drain system. We seal every joint with high-grade silicone to prevent any water damage behind your walls. Once we install the new wall panels, your gorgeous, modern washing area is ready for action.
You can choose from a wide variety of wall patterns that mimic real marble or subway tile. This means you get a high-end look without having to scrub dirty grout lines with a toothbrush. Your weekend plans should involve fun things, not cleaning moldy corners.
We also offer very practical add-ons like built-in seating, sturdy grab bars, and recessed shelves for your shampoos. These small touches transform your space into a highly organized and functional area. You will finally have a dedicated spot for all your soaps and scrubs.
You might worry that your home will be a noisy, dusty disaster zone for weeks. Fortunately, our experienced crew can complete most of these retrofits in just a couple of days. We respect your home and keep our work area clean and tidy from start to finish.
We start by laying down thick drop cloths to protect your hallway carpets and hardwood floors. This prevents any dirt or drywall dust from tracking into your living areas. We treat your property with the exact same care we would show to our own mothers' homes.
Once we finish the plumbing connections, we test the water flow thoroughly to make sure everything drains perfectly. We do not leave until we are certain that there are zero leaks and that the water pressure is just right. You get a hassle-free experience with beautiful, reliable results.
Investing in your home is always a big decision, but this specific upgrade offers a fantastic return. Most modern buyers do not want giant, dated tubs that take up too much physical space. They prefer clean, open areas where they can get ready quickly in the morning.
This project is especially smart if your neighborhood has a lot of historic properties. In this vibrant part of the city, which has a population of about 20,656 residents, keeping your home modern is key. A beautiful walk-in wash space instantly makes your home stand out on the local real estate market.
Doing this kind of plumbing work yourself can easily turn into a massive headache. One wrong turn of a wrench can cause major water damage that costs thousands of dollars to fix. By hiring our trained local team, you avoid all that stress and get a professional finish.
We understand the local building codes and the unique quirks of older plumbing systems in this historic Illinois area. Whether you live near the local transit lines or closer to the parks, we are ready to drive over and help. We serve the entire local community, including the ZIP codes 60612 and 60624.
Our friendly team wants to help you achieve the home of your dreams without breaking the bank. With a median household income of around $25,000 in this specific neighborhood, we know how important budget-friendly options are. We work hard to provide high-quality services that fit your financial plan.
Getting older or dealing with joint pain makes climbing into a traditional tub feel incredibly risky. By lowering the entry threshold, you regain your independence and can wash without needing assistance. This simple change allows you to stay in the home you love for many years to come.
We install slip-resistant floors that provide extra traction even when the surface is covered in soapy water. This extra layer of safety protects your kids, your parents, and yourself from dangerous falls. You can step into the warm water with total confidence every single day.
Now is the perfect time to stop staring at that old, stained basin and finally take action. We make the entire process incredibly simple by coming right to your door to inspect your current setup. This initial visit does not cost you a single penny and comes with zero obligations.
We will answer all your questions, show you our sample materials, and give you a clear, honest price. Our transparent quotes mean you never have to worry about hidden fees or surprise upcharges at the end. We believe in doing honest work for our neighbors.
Do not wait until your old plumbing starts leaking and causes expensive water damage to your ceiling. Contact our team today to request your free quote and take the first step toward a gorgeous new space. We are excited to help you transform your home into a place of relaxation.
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 East Garfield Park 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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