Our Kewaskum crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Washington County within days.
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That bulky, high-sided basin in your bathroom probably feels more like an obstacle course than a place to wash up after a long day. Honestly, clambering over a wet, slippery porcelain ledge is a daily hazard that nobody actually enjoys. Our specialized team makes replacing that outdated bathing setup with an open, low-profile washing area fast and painless.
Imagine stepping into a spacious, bright area without lifting your feet a foot off the ground. This smart upgrade instantly modernizes your home and maximizes your floor plan. Best of all, we offer a completely free in-home estimate to show you exactly how we can transform your space.
Many homeowners realize they rarely fill their old tubs anymore because life simply moves too fast. Instead, they find themselves standing in a cramped, curved basin while trying to balance on uneven slip-prone surfaces. By choosing a sleek barrier-free entry system, you gain precious elbow room and a far safer daily routine.
On top of that, your old cast iron or acrylic beast is likely harboring mold behind its outdated tiling. Our modern solid-surface options are incredibly easy to clean because they eliminate those annoying grout lines that require endless scrubbing. You will save hours of hard labor every single week while keeping your bathroom sparkling.
This layout change also does wonders for the overall resale value of your property. Buyers today actively seek out spacious, walk-in wash zones over dusty, unused soaking basins. It makes your entire bathroom look twice as big as it actually is.
Let us take a quick look at how these options compare to help you make the best decision for your home:
| Feature | Old High-Wall Basin | Our Low-Threshold Entry |
|---|---|---|
| Step-In Height | Typically 14 to 18 inches | Usually under 3 inches |
| Maintenance Needs | High (grout scrubbing) | Minimal (wipe and go) |
| Safety Rating | Poor (high slip risk) | Excellent (flat floor) |
| Usable Space | Cramped and narrow | Wide and open |
You might dread the thought of contractors tearing up your home for weeks on end. Fortunately, our seasoned crew has perfected this specific remodeling project to minimize disruption to your daily life. We focus on utilizing the exact footprint of your existing fixture so we do not have to relocate your main drain lines.
First, we carefully extract the old heavy basin and inspect the underlying subfloor for any hidden water damage. This crucial step ensures your new foundation is completely rock-solid and free of rot. After that, we install a custom-fit, leak-proof acrylic pan that matches your exact dimensions.
Next, we mount gorgeous, waterproof wall panels that reach all the way to your ceiling for a seamless look. These durable materials resist chipping, cracking, and yellowing over decades of daily hot steam. Finally, we seal every single joint with commercial-grade sealant to guarantee a watertight finish.
Your new daily oasis should reflect your personal taste and physical needs perfectly. This is why we offer an array of stylish hardware finishes, from brushed nickel to modern matte black. You can easily match your existing sink faucets and vanity lights for a cohesive aesthetic.
Safety is another major benefit that we seamlessly integrate into every single project we tackle. We can install sturdy, weight-bearing grab bars that look like luxury accessories rather than institutional hardware. This lets you maintain your independence without sacrificing the visual appeal of your private space.
Additionally, we offer built-in seating options and low-profile corner caddies to hold all your shampoos and soaps. This keeps your floors completely clear of clutter and prevents accidental trips. You get a tidy, organized environment that feels like a high-end spa.
Selecting the perfect door system can completely change how light flows through your bathroom. Frameless sliding glass doors offer a stunning, contemporary look that showcases your beautiful new wall panels. They glide effortlessly on heavy-duty rollers that never squeak or jump off track.
If you prefer an even more open feel, a simple glass splash panel might be your best bet. This design keeps the water contained while keeping the entryway completely free of hardware. It is a fantastic option for smaller rooms that need to feel larger.
We take immense pride in serving our wonderful community located in Washington County. This scenic area, with its friendly population of 4,159 residents, deserves top-tier craftsmanship and honest pricing. We understand the unique architectural styles of the homes here, from classic ranches to newer builds.
Whether your home is near the peaceful Milwaukee River or closer to the local state park, we are ready to drive right to your doorstep. Our team respects your property, clean up our mess entirely, and treat your family with genuine Midwestern kindness. We make sure you feel comfortable and informed during every single step of the remodeling journey.
We also know that median household income here sits around $62,685, which means you want real value for your hard-earned money. That is why we focus on durable, cost-effective solutions that do not cut corners on quality. We serve the entire 53040 ZIP code and surrounding areas with reliable, punctual service.
Most of our projects are completed in as little as one to two days. Because we prepare everything in advance, we rarely have to leave you without a working bathroom for long. You will be enjoying your first warm, relaxing rinse in your new space before you know it.
Yes, we routinely handle installations below ground level where concrete floors are present. Our team uses specialized drain systems and moisture barriers to ensure a perfect, dry fit every time. No matter where your bathroom is located in your house, we have the tools to get it done right.
Absolutely, because eliminating that high step is the single best way to prevent bathroom slips and falls. We pair our low-profile pans with slip-resistant textured flooring to give you maximum traction underfoot. This design provides peace of mind for seniors and anyone with mobility concerns.
There is no reason to keep putting up with a bathroom that does not fit your lifestyle. Our team is ready to help you design a space that brings convenience, safety, and joy back to your daily routine. We will walk you through all the material options and provide a detailed, upfront price quote.
Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate right in your Kewaskum, Wisconsin home. Let us help you turn that old, dusty soaking tub into the open, gorgeous space you deserve.
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 Kewaskum 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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