Does putting a tub back in mean you need a permit?
What to know about permits before a shower-to-tub conversion in St. Petersburg, FL, and when to ask.
You would like a tub again in your St. Petersburg home, but you have heard stories about remodels that caused trouble at sale time. You want the permit question answered before the old shower comes out, not after. That is the right instinct.
Here is the plain answer: whether you need a permit is a question to ask at your free design visit. Whether your conversion needs one depends on those rules and on what the job includes. St. Petersburg has more than 100 neighborhoods, from Old Northeast to the EDGE District, and the question is the same in each. Ask it about your house, not in general.
A shower-to-tub conversion has a clear scope. The shower is removed, a tub is set in that space, and a new wall surround is installed. Only the tub area is part of the work, so floors and vanities are untouched. How large the job is comes down to the space, the tub style you choose, the wall finish, and any grab bars, seat or shelves. A clear scope makes the permit answer easier to pin down.
When the designer comes to your home, ask two things: does my job need a permit, and how is it handled? Make sure you have that answer before you agree to a start date. The Love Your Bath designer listens, then builds a custom plan with options and a free quote. Raise the permit question during that same visit, while the whole job is laid out in front of you. Do not let it slide to install day.
With the question answered, you can move ahead without second thoughts. Connie S. wrote that her design consultant "provided outstanding assistance throughout the process!!!" When the work is done, you have a tub you enjoy and the details of your job in hand.
What people in St. Petersburg say
"If I could leave more stars I would. We are very pleased with the Love Your Bath company. Our new shower is absolutely beautiful. Derrick Pemberton, our design consultant, provided outstanding assistance throughout the process!!! He is very patient & knowledgable. Also a joy to work with. Installers Marcel & Paul, did an outstanding job transforming our old shower into a beautiful new one. In addition to their fantastic design options and easy-to-clean showers, we feel reassured by the company’s guarantees. They certainly live up to their Better Business Bureau A+ rating! We couldn't be happier about our purchase."
"First class from beginning to end! Gavin our sales rep was great. We were kept in the loop the entire time via phone calls. Cannot say enough about our installer Angie. Absolutely meticulous in her work, personable, left the job site spotless. Can't believe she completed the job in 1 day! Thanks so much!"
"Sebastian was, very professional, very knowledgeable, and very personable, explained every detail to the point that I was sold on Love Your Bath, even with financing took the time to explain everything to me that I understood it. I can not think of a nicer person selling your product. Margie Kelly"
Other things people in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg and the area around it.