Our Lonepine crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Sanders County within days.
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You can finally trade that outdated, dusty basin for a modern walk-in setup that actually fits your daily routine. Many homeowners find themselves stuck with large, unused basins that only collect dust and create tripping hazards. Fortunately, our team specializes in transforming these bulky, traditional basins into spacious, easy-access walk-in stalls that make your morning routine feel like a trip to a high-end spa.
Getting rid of that old iron or acrylic barrier will instantly open up your room. This means you get a safer, more open space without the hassle of a full-scale remodel. We come directly to your home to evaluate your layout and provide a completely free, no-obligation estimate for the entire process.
If you live in Sanders County, you already know how nice it is to have a home that is both practical and beautiful. Our custom transformations are designed to match your specific style while keeping your budget in mind. Let us help you create a safer, more attractive room today!
Safety is usually the number one reason people decide to make this change. Stepping over a high ledger on a slippery surface is a recipe for a nasty fall. By eliminating that tall barrier, you create a seamless transition that keeps everyone in your household safe and secure.
Besides safety, you will save an incredible amount of time on maintenance. Scrubbing old porcelain grout lines on your hands and knees is a painful chore. Our modern non-porous wall systems and low-profile bases resist grime, which allows you to clean the whole area with a simple wipe of a microfiber cloth.
On top of those daily perks, this project actually boosts your overall property value. Most modern buyers prefer a sleek, walk-in stall over a clunky basin they will never use for soaking. We tailor every single installation to fit the exact footprint of your old unit, which keeps messy demolition work to an absolute minimum.
First, we start with a friendly, in-home consultation to measure your existing setup. This allows us to spot any hidden plumbing issues before any work actually begins. We then help you select the perfect colors, wall patterns, and safety fixtures to match your vision.
Next, our experienced crew handles the removal of your old, heavy cast-iron or steel basin. We take extra care to protect your floors and walls during this dusty phase of the project. Once the old unit is gone, we inspect the subfloor and upgrade your drains to handle the new water flow.
Finally, we install your custom slip-resistant base and gorgeous waterproof wall panels. We seal everything with high-grade, mold-resistant silicone to ensure a lifetime of leak-free performance. You will be amazed at how quickly our team can complete this entire process, often in just a couple of days!
| Feature | Concrete Benefit for You |
|---|---|
| Low-threshold entry | Prevents tripping and makes entering the stall effortless |
| Non-porous acrylic walls | Eliminates scrub time and stops mold growth in its tracks |
| Custom built-in seating | Provides a relaxing place to rest while you wash |
| Sturdy grab bars | Gives you extra leverage and peace of mind on wet floors |
Choosing your new materials is easily the most exciting part of the whole process. You can select gorgeous simulated stone patterns that look like expensive marble but cost a fraction of the price. This lets you achieve a high-end look without the constant sealing that real stone requires.
You can also customize your hardware to match your existing vanity and light fixtures. Whether you love matte black, brushed nickel, or classic chrome, we have options that will tie the whole room together. We also install custom corner caddies and shelving to keep your shampoos and soaps organized.
If you want to maximize your comfort, we can add built-in benches or folding seats. These features are perfect for anyone who wants a relaxing, foot-friendly washing experience. We make sure every single element is placed exactly where you want it for maximum convenience.
When we swap out your basin, we also upgrade your old valve system to a modern pressure-balancing valve. This clever device prevents sudden temperature drops when someone else flushes a toilet in your house. You will enjoy a steady, safe stream of water every single time you step inside.
Additionally, we can install multi-function showerheads or slide-bar sprayers that adjust to any height. This flexibility makes washing kids, pets, or even cleaning the stall walls incredibly simple. Our premium plumbing fixtures are built to last and designed to save water without sacrificing pressure.
We are proud to serve our small, tight-knit community of about 162 residents here in Lonepine, Montana. Living in the 59848 ZIP code area means you appreciate honest, hard-working local folks who treat your home with respect. With a median household income of around $53,333, we understand the importance of delivering real, long-lasting value for your hard-earned dollar.
Because we operate locally, we understand the unique climate challenges and water conditions of our region. We do not use cheap, one-size-fits-all big box store kits that crack under pressure. Instead, we use durable, thick-gauge materials designed to withstand temperature shifts and hard well water common in our state.
Our reputation is built on trust, quality craftsmanship, and clear communication from start to finish. When you work with us, you are working with neighbors who care about the safety and beauty of your home. We arrive on time, keep our work area clean, and never leave a mess behind for you to clean up.
We believe that a safer, more beautiful home should not cost an absolute fortune. This is why we offer a variety of material options to fit different financial situations. Our team will help you find the sweet spot between long-term durability and upfront affordability.
By focusing only on the wet area of your room, we save you thousands of dollars compared to a full demolition. This targeted approach gives you the biggest visual and functional impact for your investment. We also offer straightforward pricing with absolutely no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Are you ready to stop worrying about slips and falls in your old, outdated tub? Taking the first step toward a safer, more modern home is incredibly easy. All you have to do is reach out to our friendly local team to schedule your free home assessment.
We will come directly to your house, take precise measurements, and show you real material samples you can feel. This allows you to see exactly how your new walk-in stall will look before you spend a single penny. We provide a detailed, written estimate so you can make an informed decision with zero pressure.
Do not spend another day struggling with an awkward, dangerous layout that does not serve your needs. Let us transform your room into a beautiful, accessible oasis that you will love using every single day. Contact us right now to book your free estimate and start your home transformation!
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 Lonepine 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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