Will a tub and shower swap need a permit where you live?
Sorting out permits before a shower-to-tub conversion in Bonita Springs, FL, so nothing surprises you later.
Nobody wants a bathroom job flagged when the house goes up for sale. If you are in Bonita Springs and thinking about turning a shower back into a tub, the permit question belongs at the very start. One phone call and one clear question is where it begins.
Permits are a fair question before any work starts. Bonita Springs is in Lee County, and the place to ask is the office that handles permits for your address. What you are really checking is whether a tub and wall surround swap, kept inside the existing shower space, needs a permit there. The answer can vary from one place to the next, which is why a neighbor's story from another town is not proof.
The work itself is contained. The shower comes out, a tub goes in the same space, and the walls around it are redone in the style you pick. Floors and vanities are not touched. That narrow scope is worth stating clearly when you call. Your choices of tub, base, walls, fixtures and extras like grab bars change the look and the size of the job, so know roughly what you want before you sit down to plan.
This week, call the permit office for your address and describe the job in one sentence. Note the date, the name of the person and the answer. Bring that note to your design visit with Love Your Bath. At the visit, the designer listens to your goals and builds a custom plan, with options and a free quote, and you can raise the permit question right there. Hold off on any work until the answer is clear.
Once the question is closed, you can plan colors and an install date with a clear head. If the home sells someday, you will know how the work was handled. Brenda D. wrote, "Great presentation, no pressure. Considerate, informative and professional. Answered all of my questions and designed a gorgeous shower."
What people in Bonita Springs say
"From the presentation to the installation, I highly recommend LOVE YOUR BATH! I was thoroughly informed about the company, the kind of quality I could expect and I was not disappointed. The gentleman that performed the installation respected my home and that meant a great deal to me. My overall experience was exceptional. I remain, a happy and satisfied customer."
"We wanted to change out our bathtub and opted to redo the tub, fixtures and wall. We were told that there was a few months wait (possibly). To our surprise they called us sooner and said they were available to do it sooner. Tyler and Kevin (and crew) came in the morning and were done by mid-afternoon. They were fast, efficient, and personable. The finished product looked great! We are very pleased with the work."
"Great presentation, no pressure. Considerate, informative and professional. Answered all of my questions and designed a gorgeous shower."
Other things people in Bonita Springs ask
is it a good idea to convert a tub to a shower
Think about who uses the bathroom today and in the next few years. A walk-in shower is easier and safer to step into. A tub matters more to families with small children. If the home has another tub, converting one is rarely a problem. Our designer will talk it through with you before you decide.
shower to tub conversion cost
The cost depends on the space, the tub you choose and the wall surround style. We replace only what is needed, so it is far less than a full remodel. A designer measures at home and gives you a free, written quote.
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Love Your Bath handles shower-to-tub conversion in Bonita Springs and the area around it.