Is giving up your shower for a tub a smart move?
Weighing a shower-to-tub conversion in Clearwater, FL, for your family, your comfort and your resale.
You keep going back and forth. A tub would be great for bath time, or for a long soak after a day at Sand Key Park, but you worry about regret or about how buyers will see it. That back-and-forth is normal for a Clearwater homeowner, and there is a clear way through it.
The worry usually comes down to one thing. You do not want to take out something the house needs. A tub is a good fit for children and can help at resale. A walk-in shower is easier to step into, which matters more for some people as they age. Neither one is wrong. The right pick depends on who uses the room.
Think about the house as a whole, too. If another bathroom keeps a shower, turning this one into a tub leaves you with both. The job itself only touches the wet area. You choose a classic alcove tub or a deep-soaking tub, then the walls and fixtures. Slip-resistant surfaces, grab bars and built-in seating are options if easy entry matters.
Before you decide, picture who will use this bathroom now and in the next few years. Count who bathes and who showers. Then talk it through at a free design visit with Love Your Bath. The designer listens to how your household lives and builds a custom plan with options and a free quote, so you can compare before you commit. Do not rip anything out on a hunch.
Once you choose, the doubt goes away. Products carry a lifetime warranty that covers you for as long as you own the home. RicoLab S. wrote that "Jerry was very reasonable in considering his needs and stood by his word." Then you get your soak, your way.
What people in Clearwater say
"Both Tandy and Kyle were professional, friendly, and worked diligently till the job was done. They also left the place absolutely clean and orderly. I recommend them highly."
"Shawn Reinhart and his crew was amazing ! They came in and did a amazing job in less than a day. Shawn was very professional and knowledgeable. He was able to recommend different options for the remodel and gave great information on how to proceed with the upkeep . The product provided is top notch and quality . We would definitely recommend them to do our next project! Job well done Shawn and love your bath 🙂"
"My disabled veteran family member was the reason we considered Love your Bath. In our situation Jerry was very reasonable in considering his needs and stood by his word. This is the honor I expect when dealing with a company that respects veterans. Truly appreciated. Thank you Jerry!"
Other things people in Clearwater ask
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.
do i need a permit to change a tub to a shower
Permit rules in Florida are set by your city or county. Ask at your free design visit whether your job needs a permit, so it is settled before work starts.
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Love Your Bath handles shower-to-tub conversion in Clearwater and the area around it.