Tub-to-Shower Conversion Contractors
If nobody's taken a bath in years, that tub is wasted space. Converting it to a shower is one of the most cost-effective bathroom projects — when it's done in the existing footprint.
Conversion Costs
| Scope | Typical Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| National average conversion | $3,000 | Angi, 2026 |
| Full range | $1,200–$15,000 | Angi, 2026 |
| Prefab stall in tub footprint | $1,000–$8,000 | Angi, 2026 |
| Custom tiled walk-in shower | $3,500–$15,000 | Angi, 2026 |
Labor is 40–60% of the project ($500–$5,000). Staying inside the existing tub footprint keeps you at the low end; moving the drain or expanding the wet wall pushes you toward custom-remodel pricing (Angi, 2026).
The Resale Question
Real-estate agents commonly advise keeping at least one bathtub in the home for resale, since families with young children often filter for one. If this is your only tub, weigh the daily convenience of a shower against that consideration — and if you have a second bathroom with a tub, convert with confidence.
Cost figures are national data from the named sources; your local quotes may differ — which is the point of getting several.
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Tub-to-Shower Conversion: FAQ
How much does a tub-to-shower conversion cost?
The national average is $3,000, with a full range of $1,200–$15,000 (Angi, 2026). Staying in the existing footprint with a prefab surround lands at the low end; custom tile and a relocated drain push toward the top.
Does removing a bathtub hurt resale value?
It can if it's the home's only tub — buyers with young children often want one. The standard guidance from real-estate professionals is to keep at least one tub in the house. If another bathroom has a tub, a conversion is generally a resale-neutral or positive move.
Can a shower go exactly where my tub was?
Usually yes — a standard 60-inch tub alcove converts neatly to a shower using the existing drain location. That's what keeps conversions cheap relative to full remodels. Moving the drain more than a few feet triggers real plumbing work ($500–$1,000+ per moved fixture, per Angi).
Do I need a permit for a tub-to-shower conversion?
If plumbing changes — and it nearly always does at least at the valve — most jurisdictions require a plumbing permit. Like-for-like fixture swaps in the same location are the usual exception. Your contractor should pull the permit, not you.
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