What decides the price of turning a shower into a tub?
A clear look at shower-to-tub conversion cost for homeowners in Gainesville, FL.
You have a shower in your Gainesville home and you want a bathtub there instead. Maybe it is for small children, for resale, or simply because you miss a bath. Every number you find online is for somebody else's house, and you want to know what yours depends on.
Good news for your budget: a shower-to-tub conversion is not a gut job. The shower comes out, a Jacuzzi® bathtub is put in, and a new wall surround goes up in the style you pick. The work stays in that one area. Floors and vanities are left out, so you are only paying for the space you are changing.
What moves the price is the room and your choices. The size and layout of your shower space set the starting point. Then come the tub style, the wall style and finish, the fixture finish, and extras like a seat, shelves or grab bars. For a sense of the choices, one Gainesville shower replacement from 2024 has smooth Quarry Topaz walls, Brushed Nickel fixtures and a fold-down seat. Installs take in as little as one day, and a second day is needed only rarely.
This week, book a free design visit with Love Your Bath. A designer comes to the house, listens to what you want and builds a custom plan with options and a free quote. That quote includes the product and the installation. Make sure all homeowners can be there, and bring your questions about tub styles. Do not try to price it out by phone with someone who has never seen your bathroom.
When the quote is in your hands, the mystery is gone. You know what your space and your picks come to, and you decide in your own time. Jay H. wrote that the installers were able to "transform our bathroom into a beautiful bath/shower area." That is the kind of finish you are paying for.
What people in Gainesville say
"This is an excellent company. The gentlemen that did the work had a lot of ugly to deal with and were able to transform our bathroom into a beautiful bath/shower area and a modernized and comfortable area. The workers were professional, efficient and knowledgeable. I loved that they included us in details to make sure our needs were met. One day means one day! They werent kidding! Clean up was fabulous! Thank you!"
"Jollito and his team did a excellent job. Clean neat and efficient. I’m pleased with the job"
"J Westfall provided an amazing install experience on my tub to walk in shower. He arrived on time, informed me of everything that was to be done, explained the operation when finished and made sure I was perfectly satisfied. I highly recommend."
Other things people in Gainesville 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.
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.
Ready to talk?
Love Your Bath handles shower-to-tub conversion in Gainesville and the area around it.