If you are wondering about the cost to replace a tub with a walk-in shower in Charlotte, NC, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions we hear, and the honest answer is a range, not a single number. Here is what drives that range so you can plan with confidence.
A realistic price range
Our tub-to-shower conversions typically run from about $8,000 for a simple conversion to $15,000 or more for fully custom projects. Those are our typical Charlotte-area prices, not a quote. Your written price is set after we see your bathroom. For the full breakdown, see our cost to replace a tub with a walk-in shower guide and cost calculator.
What moves the price up or down
- Wall material. Seamless acrylic wall panels go up faster than tile and never need regrouting, which keeps both the install cost and the upkeep down.
- Shower base. A standard-size base is the most economical. Custom sizes and a very low or curbless entry take more building work.
- Plumbing. When your existing plumbing can stay where it is, the project costs less. Moving the drain or valve adds labor.
- Extras. A glass door, built-in seating, grab bars and storage niches each add to the total, though most of them are worth considering for safety.
- What is behind the wall. Older homes sometimes hide soft framing or past leaks. We cover the warning signs in our guide to hidden water damage.
What older Charlotte homes tend to need
Many of the homes we work in, such as brick ranches and split-levels in Dilworth, Cotswold and Matthews, have a standard 60-inch tub that is a straightforward swap for a walk-in shower. Charlotte's humid summers are also hard on old tile and caulk, which is one reason so many homeowners choose seamless acrylic walls when they replace the tub.
Ask what your quote includes
Comparing three numbers is not the same as comparing three quotes. Ask each company whether the price covers materials, labor, hauling away the old tub, and a written warranty. A lower number that leaves things out is not really lower. We explain more in our list of questions to ask a bathroom remodeling contractor.
Ways to keep the cost manageable
- Keep the shower close to where the tub was so the plumbing can stay put.
- Choose a standard base size and acrylic walls.
- Skip the extras you will not use, but keep the safety ones, like grab bars.
- Ask about financing to spread the cost out.
Most conversions are done in a day
Time is part of the cost, too. Most of our installs are completed in one day, which means less disruption and fewer days without a working shower. See the tub-to-shower services we offer, or read about our tub-to-shower conversion in Charlotte, NC.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a tub with a walk-in shower in Charlotte, NC?
Our conversions typically run from about $8,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the size, materials and finishes. Your written price is set after we see your bathroom.
Is financing available?
Yes. Financing is available through our lending partner, so you can spread the cost out.
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