Madison Bath Works helps homeowners plan tub-to-shower conversions in Madison and compare providers suited to the scope. A conversion should define the drain, valve, base, threshold, wall system, door and adjacent repairs—not simply promise that a new unit will occupy the old tub opening.
What happens on the first visit?
The first visit should measure the tub alcove, confirm drain and valve locations, inspect visible surrounding damage, discuss the home’s other bathing fixtures and identify the user’s entry, seating and control needs. The provider should explain what remains untouched outside the wet area.
Keep the footprint or change the layout?
Reusing the tub footprint can limit demolition and cost, but the existing drain is not automatically positioned or sized for every shower base. A layout change may improve access while adding plumbing, framing, flooring and permit work.
Low threshold is not the same as curbless
A low-threshold base reduces the step and can fit many existing floors. A true curbless entry requires coordinated floor elevations, slope, drainage and broader waterproofing. The proposal should use precise dimensions rather than an accessibility label.
Consider the home’s only bathtub
Removing an unused tub may improve daily safety and space, but households with young children or future buyers may value one practical bathtub. Make the decision at the whole-home level rather than from a generic resale rule.
What should a written scope include?
- Demolition and disposal
- Protection for adjacent rooms
- Plumbing and electrical changes
- Substrate and waterproofing method
- Fixture and finish allowances
- Ventilation requirements
- Permit responsibility
- Cleanup, exclusions and change-order terms
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conversion cost?
A focused wet-area planning range is roughly $8,000–$18,000, but tile, glass, plumbing changes and concealed repairs can move higher.
Can it be completed in one day?
Some manufactured systems have short onsite installation, but measurement, ordering and corrective work extend the complete schedule.
Can the old plumbing stay?
Sometimes the general locations help, but the drain, valve and supply condition must match the selected system.
Will the rest of the bathroom be damaged?
The contract should identify floor, wall, paint and trim transitions outside the wet area and how they are restored.
Does Madison Bath Works perform the work?
No. It provides planning information and facilitates enquiries with independent providers whose details must be verified before hiring.
