Our Marrowbone crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Cumberland 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. Honestly it is a daily workout nobody really wants or needs. We can help you swap that outdated basin for a beautiful spacious walk-in area right now.
This simple upgrade makes your daily routine so much safer and faster. Because of this change your whole room will suddenly feel twice as large. Our local team comes straight to your home to measure everything and give you a free estimate.
You do not have to live with a cramped setup that does not fit your busy lifestyle. Actually we specialize in tearing out those old unused basins and replacing them with slick modern enclosures. Let us help you transform your space into something you actually enjoy using every day.
Let us be real for a second because almost nobody has time for long soaking baths anymore. Instead we all scramble for quick morning rinses to get out the door. That is why converting that unused space is the smartest move you can make for your home.
Safety is another huge deal here since slippery porcelain edges cause countless nasty falls every year. By removing that tall barrier you gain a low-threshold entry that protects your knees and back. This means you can wash with total peace of mind and independence.
On top of that cleaning a massive deep basin is a total pain on your joints. Newer flat pans with modern wall panels do not trap grime and mildew nearly as easily. You will spend way less time scrubbing on your hands and knees with harsh chemicals.
First we start with a friendly face-to-face visit to inspect your existing bathroom layout. This lets us check the plumbing drains and look for any hidden water damage behind the drywall. We want to make sure your subfloor is rock solid before we install anything new.
Next you get to pick out your favorite styles of wall surrounds and fixtures. Which means you can customize the colors and shelving to match your personal style perfectly. We offer durable acrylics and gorgeous stone-patterned composites that look incredibly high-end.
Then our crew handles the heavy lifting by carefully demoing your old cast iron or fiberglass unit. We haul away all the heavy debris so you do not have to worry about clean-up. After that we install the new leak-proof pan and seal everything up tight.
To give you a better idea of what to expect we put together this quick comparison table.
| Feature | Old High-Wall Basin | New Walk-In Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Step-In Height | Usually 14 to 18 inches high | Only 1 to 3 inches high |
| Cleaning Effort | Heavy scrubbing required | Quick wipe down with soap |
| Visual Space | Makes room look smaller | Creates an open airy feel |
Every homeowner has different routines which is why custom features are so awesome. For instance we can add built-in seating so you can sit down comfortably while washing your feet. This simple addition brings a lot of convenience to your daily routine.
Safety grab bars are another popular accessory that we can secure directly into the wall studs. Do not worry because these do not look like ugly hospital bars anymore. We install sleek modern designs that blend beautifully with your shiny new hardware.
Storage is always a big issue in smaller bathrooms too. Therefore we offer recessed corner caddies to hold all your shampoos and body washes easily. You will finally have a designated spot for everything instead of cluttering the ledge.
We love working right here in this beautiful southern corner of the Bluegrass State. Our service area covers the charming community around the 42759 ZIP code where folks value honest hard work. It is a peaceful place with a small population of about 217 friendly residents.
Since the median household income in our county requires smart budgeting we keep our pricing very fair. We do not believe in pushy sales tactics or hidden fees that pop up at the end. Our goal is simply to deliver top-notch craftsmanship that lasts for decades.
Living near the Cumberland River means we understand the unique moisture and humidity challenges of local homes. We use premium mold-resistant materials designed to withstand these damp conditions without warping or discoloring. Your investment will stay looking brand new for years to come.
Usually we can wrap up the entire demolition and installation process in just one to two days. This means your daily life is barely disrupted and you get your bathroom back quickly. We work fast but we never cut corners on quality.
Yes we absolutely can because our modern pans are designed to match standard basin dimensions perfectly. This keeps us from having to tear up your flooring or move main plumbing lines. It saves you a ton of money on extra remodeling costs.
You can choose from bypass sliding glass doors or a sleek frameless glass enclosure. If you prefer an open concept we can even set it up for a simple curtain. We will help you choose the option that fits your layout best.
Now is the perfect time to stop struggling with an outdated bathroom setup that does not serve you. You deserve a space that offers safety and ease of use every single day. Let us do the hard work while you sit back and enjoy the transformation.
Our friendly team is ready to drive out to your property and discuss your ideas face-to-face. We will answer all your questions and provide a detailed estimate with absolutely no obligations. This lets you make the best decision for your home without any pressure.
Simply reach out to us today to schedule your convenient home visit. We look forward to helping you create a beautiful custom washing space that you will love. Let us make your dream bathroom a reality sooner rather than later...
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 Marrowbone 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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