Tub-to-Shower Conversions in Edgewood, WA

Tub-to-Shower Conversions in Edgewood, WA

Edgewood homeowners tend to have bigger bathrooms and bigger expectations, and I like that. The homes along Meridian Avenue, near Surprise Lake, and in the neighborhoods off 24th Street are larger properties with master bathrooms that have room to work with. The most common tub-to-shower conversion I do in Edgewood is replacing an underused soaking tub with a large walk-in shower, sometimes 4 by 6 feet or bigger. These homeowners want high-end finishes: natural stone or large-format porcelain tile, frameless glass enclosures, rain showerheads, and body sprays. I have completed tub-to-shower projects in Edgewood that rival what you would see in a custom home.

Because Edgewood bathrooms are typically generous in size, I can build showers with features that would not fit in a standard 5-by-8 bathroom. I install bench seats tiled to match the walls, recessed niches with accent tile, dual showerheads (a fixed rain head plus a handheld on a slide bar), and linear drains that run the full width of the shower opening. For the glass, I use 3/8-inch frameless panels with brushed nickel or matte black hardware. My Edgewood tub-to-shower conversions typically range from $18,000 to $40,000 depending on size, tile selection, and fixture upgrades. The timeline is usually 8 to 14 days because of the detail involved. I handle all the waterproofing, tile, plumbing, and glass installation with my own crew. See my tub-to-shower conversion page for more, or visit my bathroom remodeling page if you are considering a full bathroom overhaul.

Edgewood falls under Pierce County for building permits. I pull permits through Pierce County Planning and Public Works for any plumbing relocation or structural modification. Many Edgewood properties sit on septic systems, and I verify the septic layout before moving any drain lines. If the existing drain is in the right location, I tie the new shower drain into it and avoid any conflict with the drain field. That is one of the first things I check during my initial visit.

If you have a tub taking up prime real estate in your Edgewood master bath, call me at (253) 392-9266 or request a free estimate. I will walk the space with you, discuss layout and material options, and provide a detailed fixed-price proposal. Learn more about my Edgewood services on the Edgewood service area page.