One alcove in Fulton is about to earn its keep again. The Minneapolis crew handles demo, plumbing, walls and glass.
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You probably know that feeling when you look at your old, dusty bathing basin and realize it takes up way too much space. This is exactly why many homeowners in this beautiful Minneapolis neighborhood are choosing to swap their bulky, high-walled basins for sleek, low-profile walk-in enclosures. Our local team specializes in this exact transformation, turning your cramped washroom into a spacious oasis where you can actually breathe and move freely.
Getting started is incredibly easy since we come right to your doorstep to evaluate your setup. By requesting a free project estimate today, you can find out exactly what it takes to upgrade your home. We make sure the entire process is stress-free, fast, and tailored to your specific budget.
Making this change is not just about looks, because it also solves a ton of daily frustrations. Think about how much easier your morning routine will become when you do not have to climb over a steep ledge just to get clean. Let us help you make your daily routine a breeze with our specialized remodeling services.
First of all, safety is a massive deal for everyone from young kids to grandparents. Those old cast-iron or acrylic basins are notorious slip hazards, especially when you are trying to balance on one foot to get out. By installing a low-threshold basin replacement, you drastically lower the risk of nasty falls in the washroom.
Another awesome benefit is the illusion of extra space. Our customized enclosures use glass panels and clever tiling to make even a tiny washroom feel like a high-end spa. This lets you maximize every single square inch of your floor plan without knocking down any major walls.
Which means you get a brighter, more open area that actually feels inviting. Cleaning becomes a whole lot simpler too, since you do not have to bend over double to scrub grime out of hard-to-reach basin corners. You can just wipe down the flat walls and glass doors in a matter of minutes.
To help you compare the two options, we put together this quick breakdown of how these setups stack up against each other:
| Feature | Old Deep Basin | Modern Walk-In Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Step-In Height | Usually 14 to 18 inches | Often under 3 inches |
| Cleaning Effort | High (lots of bending) | Low (simple wipe down) |
| Floor Space Feel | Cramped and bulky | Open and spacious |
| Safety Level | Moderate slip risk | Very high safety rating |
Now, you might be wondering how we actually pull off this magic trick in your home. Our process begins with a careful demolition of your existing cast-iron, steel, or heavy acrylic washing fixture. We take extra care not to damage your surrounding drywall or plumbing lines during this messy phase.
After that, we inspect the subfloor and the wall studs to make sure there is no hidden water damage or mold. If we find any rot, we fix it right away so your new setup stands on a rock-solid foundation. This attention to detail ensures your investment lasts for decades to come.
Next, our skilled team installs the brand-new pan and connects it to your existing drain system. We often have to adjust the plumbing slightly because drains for walk-in setups are positioned differently than old basin drains. Our crew handles all of this seamlessly without you needing to hire a separate plumber.
On top of that, you get to choose from a massive variety of wall surrounds, tiles, and fixtures. Whether you love the classic look of subway tile or prefer modern, seamless acrylic panels, we have got you covered. You can truly let your personal style shine through in every single decision.
This lets you add handy features like built-in seating, recessed shampoo niches, and sturdy grab bars. These accessories do not just add convenience, they also provide peace of mind for anyone with mobility concerns. We place these elements exactly where you want them for maximum utility.
Furthermore, we offer high-quality glass doors or minimalist curtain rods depending on your style preferences. Sliding glass doors are perfect for saving space, while a barrier-free entry gives you that ultra-modern look. We help you weigh the pros and cons of each style during our initial visit.
When you think about home value, washroom upgrades consistently offer some of the highest returns on investment. Most modern home buyers do not care about having multiple deep soaking basins anymore, but they absolutely drool over a gorgeous walk-in enclosure. By upgrading now, you are making your property far more attractive for the future market.
Speaking of the local area, this gorgeous pocket of Hennepin County is known for its historic homes and cozy neighborhoods. Residents here appreciate quality craftsmanship and smart home improvements that preserve character while adding modern utility. Our services fit perfectly with the unique architectural styles found throughout the community.
Although this specific neighborhood has a small resident count of zero on paper, it sits right in a bustling, high-income zip code of the Twin Cities. Homeowners here expect top-tier results, and we deliver exactly that on every single job. We treat your home with the utmost respect, keeping our workspace clean and tidy from start to finish.
However, some people worry that removing their only soaking tub will hurt their home resale value. While it is smart to keep at least one basin in the house for kids or pets, replacing a secondary one is highly recommended. Most buyers prefer a luxurious walk-in setup over a cramped, unused basin any day of the week.
Another myth is that this type of renovation takes weeks of loud construction and mess. In reality, our experienced team can often complete the entire swap in just a few days. We work fast and efficiently so you can get back to your normal routine as quickly as possible.
Which means you will not have to deal with endless dust, noise, or strangers walking through your home for weeks on end. We plan everything out ahead of time to minimize disruptions. You will be amazed at how quickly we can transform your space.
If you are ready to stop dreaming and start planning, we are here to help you take the first step. We provide completely free, no-obligation quotes where we inspect your space and discuss your vision. This ensures you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
Simply reach out to us, and we will schedule a convenient time to visit your home. We will measure your current setup, show you material samples, and answer all your burning questions. Our goal is to make your washroom remodel as smooth and exciting as possible... just like it should be.
Do not settle for a cramped, outdated washroom when you can have a spacious, modern walk-in setup. Contact our local team today to request your free estimate and start your home transformation. We look forward to working with you and bringing your dream washroom to life!
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 Fulton 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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