Tub-to-Shower Conversion Jacksonville FL

How a tub-to-shower conversion works

After removing the tub and surround, we inspect the framing, subfloor, and drain. Old alcoves frequently reveal water damage at the corners, which is repaired before anything new goes in.

The drain is adjusted for a shower base, a new pan is set with correct slope, waterproofing is installed and tested, and then tile, glass, and fixtures complete the conversion.

• Tub removal and debris haul-off
• Framing and subfloor repair where needed
• Drain modification for shower use
• New pan or tiled mud-set base
• Tile walls, niche, and optional bench
• New valve, trim, and glass

When a conversion is the right call

If the tub only gets used for storing cleaning supplies, the space is working against you. Conversions also help when stepping over a high tub wall has become difficult, or when a guest bathroom needs to be more usable day to day.

One consideration: keeping at least one tub in the home is worth discussing if you have small children or expect to sell to families. In many homes a second bathroom already covers that need.

Design choices inside a converted alcove

A standard tub alcove gives roughly 30 by 60 inches to work with, which is generous for a shower. That space allows a bench at one end, a full-height glass panel, and a niche placed where it is actually reachable.

Tiling to the ceiling makes the alcove read taller, and a single large-format tile pattern keeps the small space calm rather than busy.

• Low-threshold curb for easier entry
• Fixed glass panel versus a sliding door
• Corner bench or fold-down seat
• Hand-shower for flexibility and cleaning
• Blocking behind tile for future grab bars

What affects conversion cost

Cost depends on whether the drain moves, how much tile is installed, the glass configuration, and the condition found behind the old tub. Water-damaged framing or subfloor adds scope that is not visible during a first walkthrough.

We flag that possibility up front rather than after demolition starts.

Ventilation and moisture control

A shower puts more moisture into the air more often than a tub. If the existing exhaust fan is undersized or vents poorly, we recommend upgrading it as part of the conversion so mirrors clear and surfaces dry.