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Tub to shower conversion
Grants Pass, Oregon
Serving Grants Pass & Southern Oregon, Klamath Falls to Gold Beach to Roseburg
Tub-to-shower conversions
for Grants Pass homes.
Turn a tub nobody uses into a walk-in shower. Most tub-to-shower conversions are finished in a single day. A full remodel takes longer, and you’ll know the schedule before work starts.
Local focusGrants Pass & Southern Oregon
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01 / The job
What a conversion
involves.
A tub-to-shower conversion replaces the tub with a shower that is easier to step into and easier to keep clean. It is the bathroom job Richard does most, and most of the photos on this site show this work.
The steps run in a set order. The old tub comes out, the plumbing is checked and adjusted for the new drain and valve, and the base and walls are waterproofed. Then the new base and wall surround go in, followed by the door or curtain rod, the fixtures and the final seal. Because the work stays inside the space the tub already occupied, the rest of the bathroom is left as it is.
One rule of thumb: keep a tub somewhere in the house. If this is the only tub you have, we will talk through how the bathroom gets used before you decide.
02 / Timing
Why it is usually
one day.
Most tub-to-shower conversions are finished in a single day, because the work stays inside the space the tub already occupied and the rest of the bathroom is left as it is. A full remodel takes longer: layout changes, new flooring and cabinetry all add steps. What turns up behind the old tub can add time too, and when it does you will hear about it as we go. Your estimate includes a schedule, so you know how long the bathroom will be out of service before work begins.
03 / Cost
What moves
the cost.
- Wall surroundSolid panels, tile and other materials span a wide range of cost and upkeep. The written estimate pins down yours.
- Glass or curtainA curtain rod is the simplest finish. A sliding glass door adds material and installation.
- Curb or curblessA standard base has a low curb. A lower or curbless entry changes the floor and drain work, so it moves the estimate.
- Grab bars and a seatBoth need solid backing in the wall, so they are planned at the start rather than added later. Each shows up as its own line in the estimate.
- What is behind the old tubWater damage, soft framing or worn plumbing changes the scope. It cannot be seen from the room, so the estimate explains what is likely in a house your age.
04 / The work
Shower conversions
from Richard’s projects.
These before-and-after photos are Richard’s prior projects, completed before this site existed.
Slide to compare before & after
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Bathroom remodel
Rogue Valley
8.5 hours, same bathroom, same day.
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Full remodel
Grants Pass, Oregon
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Corner shower conversion
Southern Oregon
03 / Process
Clear from first look
to final walkthrough.
Tell us what needs work
A short form is enough to start.
Walk the project
We look at conditions, measurements, priorities and practical options.
Define the scope
You should know what is included, what is not, and what happens next.
Build
Protect the property, do the work and keep communication straightforward.
Final walkthrough
Review the finished project and close out remaining details.
Common questions
Before we
get started.
How long does a tub-to-shower conversion take?+
Most are finished in a single day. A conversion stays inside the space the tub already occupies, while a full remodel takes longer. Damage found behind the old tub can add time, and you'll hear about it as soon as it turns up. Your estimate includes a schedule, so you know the plan before work starts.
Will I regret removing the only tub?+
It depends on who uses the bathroom. If you bathe children or pets, or simply like a soak, keep a tub somewhere in the house. If the tub mostly collects towels, a shower is the better use of the space. Tell us how the bathroom gets used at the estimate and we'll talk it through before you decide.
Can the shower be curbless or low-threshold?+
Sometimes, depending on the floor and drain under the old tub. A standard base has a low curb. A lower or curbless entry needs more floor and drain work, and we'll check at the estimate whether your bathroom can take it. You'll have the answer in writing before work starts.
Tile or a solid surround?+
Both work. A solid or paneled surround has fewer seams, goes up quickly and is easy to keep clean. Tile gives you more design choices but adds steps, so it takes more time and costs more. The right one depends on the look you want and the schedule you have, and the estimate can price both.
Can grab bars and a seat be added?+
Yes. Bars and a built-in or fold-down seat can be part of the conversion. They need solid backing in the wall, so their positions are planned before the new walls go in. Mention them at the estimate and they'll be listed in your written scope.
What if there's damage behind the old tub?+
We'll show you what we find, explain the options, and agree on the repair before continuing. Water damage, soft framing and worn plumbing are common in older Grants Pass houses and can't be seen until the tub is out. Your estimate covers what's likely for the age of your house, so a surprise gets handled instead of derailing the job.
Also see Walk-in tubs or all bathroom remodeling in Grants Pass
The person behind the work
A local name.
Someone to know.
Real work.
A real local contractor.
Rogue Valley Remodel Co. is Richard Akers of Oregonized Painting, a licensed, bonded and insured Oregon contractor based in Grants Pass. The before-and-after photos on this site are his work on earlier projects.
Tell us what you have in mind. Richard looks at the house, talks through the scope, and gives you a written estimate before you decide anything.
Start a project
Tell us about
your bathroom.
What the tub looks like now and what you would like instead. A rough idea is enough to start.
Based in Grants Pass, serving Southern Oregon from Klamath Falls to Gold Beach and north to Roseburg — including Merlin, Rogue River, Murphy, Applegate and Williams.
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A few details now. The rest when we talk.