Taking out the tub, or putting one back: will you regret it?
A plain look at whether a shower-to-tub conversion makes sense for your Titusville, FL home.
You might own a Titusville home where an earlier owner traded the tub for a shower, and now you miss it. Or you are torn about changing the only bathroom with a tub. Either way, the fear is the same: making a choice that hurts resale or one you wish you could undo.
This worry comes up because a bathroom change feels permanent. A tub and a shower serve different people. A tub matters more to families with small children, and to anyone who loves a soak. A walk-in shower is easier and safer to step into. Some people miss the tub as soon as it is gone. Others keep a tub that no one climbs into. The right call depends on who uses the room, not on what is in style this year.
If your home has another tub, changing one is rarely a problem for resale. If this is the only bathroom with room for a tub, think a little harder. Putting a tub back in is a focused job. Only the wet area changes, so floors and vanities stay as they are. What it takes depends on the space, the tub style and the wall surround you choose.
This week, walk through a normal day in that bathroom. Who bathes there now? Who might in three or four years, like visiting grandchildren or an older parent? Write it down. Then call Love Your Bath to set up a free design visit. A designer listens to what you want and builds a custom plan with options and a free quote, so you can weigh it at your kitchen table with no rush.
Once you decide, the doubt goes away. A 2024 Titusville shower replacement has smooth Platinum walls, Matte Black fixtures and a fold-down seat. If you pick a tub, options like grab bars or built-in seating can make the step in easier. Whichever way you go, the room should fit the people who use it. A lifetime warranty covers you for as long as you own the home.
What people in Titusville say
"Marcel & Randy did two showers for me and they did a great job. They made the perfect accommodations due to my height. I have a cervical fusion so I can't bend my neck. The shower head and curtain rod are at the right level for me. They are both friendly, respectable of my home and express great communication skills. I am grateful."
"New shower looks great, brightens the space and enhances my homes value. Both Joselito and Garcia worked hard for several hours, they were polite and very professional. When done they cleaned up the bathroom and throughout the process they kept me informed of what was happening. Very pleased with the product."
"Dean and Andy came early. Took of their shoes following social cues and asking. Were extremely courteous and knowledgeable. Educated us as far as the latest and greatest. And went out of their way to get us the best possible pricing for a new shower build out."
Other things people in Titusville 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 Titusville and the area around it.