Our Waverly crew pulls the idle tub, keeps the alcove, and hands back a shower anywhere in Lafayette County within days.
Written quote at no cost, one callback, no chasing afterwards.
Maybe you feel tired of climbing over a giant porcelain barrier every single morning just to wash your hair. This daily hurdle gets old real fast, especially when you realize how much space that clunky old basin actually steals from your daily routine. By swapping that outdated monster for a modern, low-profile basin with a glass door, you instantly reclaim your floor space and make your morning routine ten times easier.
Actually, making this change is way simpler than most homeowners realize. Our local crew handles the heavy lifting, the plumbing adjustments, and the precise fitting so you do not have to worry about leaks or messy drywall damage. Since you deserve a space that fits your current life, we come right to your home to look at your setup and give you a clear, honest, and completely free estimate.
Imagine stepping onto a flat, slip-resistant surface instead of balancing on a wet, curved piece of acrylic. This smart upgrade keeps you safer, makes your bathroom look twice as big, and seriously boosts the overall value of your home. If you are ready to modernize your daily routine, we are right down the road and ready to help you plan the perfect layout.
Let us be honest about how often you actually take a bath. Most of us just want a quick, hot spray to wake up or wash the day off, making that deep basin a dusty relic that just collects soap scum. Replacing it with a spacious, walk-in enclosure gives you room to move around without bumping your elbows against the walls.
This home improvement project is not just about looks. Consider how much easier it is to clean a flat pane of glass and some solid wall panels compared to scrubbing those deep, hard-to-reach corners of an old iron basin. We install high-quality materials that resist mold and grime, which means you get to spend your weekends relaxing instead of scrubbing tile grout on your knees.
| Feature | Old Basin Setup | Modern Walk-In |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Height | High step-over (15-20 inches) | Low barrier (3 inches or less) |
| Cleaning Effort | High (grout lines, deep corners) | Low (wipe-down panels, glass) |
| Floor Space | Feels cramped and bulky | Open, airy, and modern feel |
On top of that, your safety should always come first in the bathroom. Slipping while trying to step over a high wet ledge is a major hazard for kids, adults, and grandparents alike. Transitioning to a low-threshold entry eliminates this danger entirely, giving you and your family ultimate peace of mind every single day.
Every home has its own unique character, and your bathroom layout is no exception. Whether you live in a classic historic home or a cozy modern ranch, we know how to adapt the existing plumbing to fit a gorgeous new stall perfectly. We take pride in serving our neighbors in this small, historic community of 942 residents, where hard work and honest prices still mean something.
Our local team understands the needs of households earning around the median household income of $49,205, which is why we focus on cost-effective, durable solutions that do not break the bank. We do not believe in pushy sales tactics or hidden fees. When we visit your home in the 64096 ZIP code area, we give you a straightforward, free quote that outlines every detail of the project.
Because we live and work nearby, we are familiar with local building codes and the specific water conditions in this part of Missouri. This local knowledge helps us select the best fixtures and materials that will withstand the test of time. You get the benefit of working with a friendly neighbor who genuinely cares about the quality of your home.
First, we carefully examine your current pipes and drain placement to ensure a seamless transition. This step prevents any unpleasant surprises behind the walls once the old unit is removed. By addressing potential issues early, we save you time and money on future repairs.
Next, our experienced installers check the subfloor for any hidden water damage or soft spots. Fixing these underlying issues ensures your new walk-in unit has a rock-solid, durable foundation. This attention to detail guarantees your new setup remains leak-free for decades.
Then, we carefully extract your old cast iron or acrylic tub without damaging your surrounding walls. We handle the heavy lifting and dispose of the old unit responsibly, saving you a trip to the local landfill. This clean, efficient removal process keeps your home tidy throughout the project.
After that, we prep the wall studs and install waterproof backing boards to keep moisture where it belongs. This crucial barrier protects your home from rot, mold, and costly structural issues. You can rest easy knowing the hidden parts of your bathroom are built to last.
Once the prep work is complete, we secure your new low-profile pan and connect the drain lines. This foundation must be perfectly level to ensure rapid, efficient water drainage during your daily routine. We test every connection thoroughly before moving on to the final touches.
Finally, we install your choice of stylish wall panels, modern fixtures, and secure glass doors. This transformation completely changes the look and feel of your bathroom, making it a place you actually enjoy spending time in. Your home instantly feels more modern, clean, and incredibly functional.
When you decide to make this change, you get to customize every single detail to fit your personal style. You can choose from built-in shelving to hold your shampoos, sturdy grab bars for extra stability, or even a comfortable fold-down seat. These features turn a simple utility room into a personalized space of absolute convenience.
We also offer a wide variety of hardware finishes, from brushed nickel to matte black, to match your existing decor. These little details tie the whole room together and give your home a high-end look without the high-end price tag. Our team will guide you through all these fun choices during your free design consultation.
Think about how nice it will feel to step into a bright, airy space that was built just for you. No more clinging to a sticky plastic curtain or dealing with drafty, outdated enclosures. We make sure every feature we install adds real value and everyday utility to your life.
There is absolutely no reason to keep putting up with a bathroom that does not work for you. Our friendly, local team is ready to answer your questions, look at your current space, and help you design a beautiful, modern alternative. We make the entire process stress-free from the very first quick message to the final cleanup.
Remember, our home visits and detailed project quotes are completely free of charge and carry zero obligation. We believe in providing honest advice and transparent pricing to our neighbors, helping you make the best decision for your home. Let us help you turn that cramped, outdated washroom into the open, functional space you deserve.
Take the first step toward a safer, more beautiful home today by reaching out to our local team. We will schedule a quick visit to your property, listen to your ideas, and hand you a free estimate that fits your budget perfectly. Fill out our simple form or drop us a message to get started on your home upgrade!
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 Waverly 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.
The map carries the geography; the link lists underneath spell out every town our crews can reach from this one.
For the bigger map: county seat pages start at Lafayette County; the statewide picture lives on Missouri; the wider region is the Midwest; background reading sits on Wikipedia.
One three-day job stands between this bathroom and its best fixture.
Get my free quote