Our Kittanning crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Armstrong County within days.
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Maybe you feel tired of stepping over that high, slippery wall every single morning just to get washed.
Many people in our cozy borough feel the exact same frustration with their outdated bathroom setups.
Making a change to a sleek, low-barrier basin will instantly make your daily routine safer and far more enjoyable.
Fortunately, you do not have to struggle with an old, stained basin that belongs in the past century.
Our local team specializes in removing those bulky old tubs and replacing them with spacious, modern enclosures.
This smart swap maximizes your floor plan while giving you a bright, open area that feels like a personal spa.
Actually, we focus on quick and clean installations that cause very little disruption to your busy schedule.
Which means you can skip the weeks of dusty mess usually associated with standard home remodeling projects.
Getting a free estimate from us today is the very first step toward reclaiming your peace of mind.
Think about how much space that giant, unused water-basin actually wastes in your current bathroom layout.
Most busy folks realize they almost never take full baths anymore because they prefer a fast, refreshing rinse.
Trading that deep basin for a walk-in stall gives you extra elbow room and prevents dangerous slips.
On top of that, cleaning a flat, modern acrylic wall is a million times easier than scrubbing old porcelain.
You will spend way less time on your knees fighting moldy grout lines and stubborn hard water stains.
This simpler maintenance routine gives you back your weekends so you can enjoy life along the scenic Allegheny River.
Consequently, this smart upgrade boosts the overall value of your home if you ever decide to sell it.
Future buyers absolutely love seeing a contemporary, accessible wash area that requires zero immediate work or remodeling.
It is a rare win-win situation where you get daily comfort now and a great return on your investment later.
To help you compare your options, here is a quick look at how these two setups match up:
| Feature | Old Deep Basin Setup | Modern Walk-In Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Height | High step-over (15-20 inches) | Low-profile threshold (1-3 inches) |
| Cleaning Effort | Heavy scrubbing of grout and corners | Easy wipe-down non-porous surfaces |
| Visual Space | Makes small rooms feel cramped | Creates an open, airy atmosphere |
| Safety Level | High slip and trip hazards | Optional grab bars and slip-resistant floors |
Now, you might wonder how we actually pull off this impressive transformation without tearing your whole house apart.
First, our skilled technicians carefully measure your existing alcove to ensure a snug, custom fit for the new base.
We then extract the heavy cast iron or steel fixture without damaging your surrounding drywall or flooring.
After that, we inspect the underlying wood and plumbing lines to fix any hidden water damage or slow leaks.
This crucial step ensures your new setup sits on a rock-solid foundation that will last for decades.
We install tough, water-resistant backer boards before placing your gorgeous new wall surrounds and fixtures.
Finally, we seal every single joint with high-grade, mold-resistant silicone to guarantee a completely watertight seal.
This meticulous attention to detail prevents future leaks from ruining the ceiling of the room directly beneath you.
You get a beautiful, functional space that looks like it cost a fortune, but without the premium price tag.
Of course, you want your new washing area to reflect your unique taste and match your home decor.
We offer a massive variety of wall patterns, color schemes, and textured finishes that mimic expensive stone.
This wide selection lets you achieve a high-end look while staying well within your target budget.
Besides the gorgeous aesthetics, you can add handy accessories like built-in corner caddies, floating shelves, and sturdy footrests.
These smart additions keep your shampoos, soaps, and razors organized and within arm's reach at all times.
No more balancing bottles on narrow ledges or bending down to grab things off the wet floor.
Moreover, we can install stylish safety grab bars and comfortable bench seating to make your daily wash stress-free.
These features provide incredible support for anyone dealing with limited mobility, joint pain, or balance issues.
You get to enjoy your independence longer while resting easy knowing your washroom is fully optimized for safety.
Budgeting for home improvements can feel a bit scary, especially with rising living costs across the country.
However, our local services are designed to offer maximum value to the hard-working residents of Pennsylvania.
We work hard to keep our overhead low so we can pass those direct savings onto you.
Consider the fact that our target area, specifically within the 16201 ZIP code, features a tight-knit population of 3,838.
With a local median household income of $32,917, we know how important it is to get honest, fair pricing.
That is why we provide totally transparent estimates with absolutely zero hidden fees or high-pressure sales tactics.
Indeed, investing in your home now prevents costly water damage repairs down the road from old, leaking fixtures.
A modern, professionally installed base keeps moisture where it belongs, saving your subfloors from rot and decay.
Protecting your biggest asset while improving your daily quality of life is simply a smart financial move.
Perhaps you are ready to take the leap and finally upgrade that cramped, outdated bathroom of yours.
Our friendly team is always ready to visit your home, look at your space, and discuss your goals.
We will answer all your questions and help you design a setup that fits your lifestyle perfectly.
This hassle-free consultation comes with absolutely no obligation to buy, so you have nothing to lose by asking.
We believe in building trust with our neighbors through honest work, reliable communication, and top-tier craftsmanship.
Let us help you turn your old, unused washing basin into a gorgeous oasis you will love using every day.
Simply reach out to us today to schedule your free home assessment and get your personalized project quote.
You deserve a washroom that brings you joy and relaxation instead of daily frustration and physical strain.
Take action now and watch how a simple change can make a massive difference in your daily routine!
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 Kittanning 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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