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Bellevue & the Eastside · Walk-in shower conversion
We remove the tub and build a fully waterproofed, tiled walk-in or curbless shower with frameless glass, a niche and grab-bar blocking. Designed in 3D and built by our crew for one fixed price.
In-house crews · Licensed, bonded & insured in WA · Permits handled for you
Walk-in shower at a glance
Typical cost
$15k – $35k
Build time
3–5 weeks
Permit review
Usually a plumbing permit
Design
3D before you sign
Licensed
Bonded & insured in WA
In-house
Crews for the core trades
3D design
See it before we build it
Permits
Filed and managed by us
The short answer
A walk-in shower conversion on the Eastside usually costs $15,000 to $35,000 and takes 3 to 5 weeks of construction. We remove the tub, rebuild the shower floor with a sloped pan or linear drain, waterproof every wall with a membrane, then tile, add a niche and install frameless glass. It usually needs a plumbing permit, which we file for you.
Reviewed by John, project lead · Prices from our 2026 Seattle-metro bathroom cost guide · Updated October 2026
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Walk-in shower conversion
Tub and surround removal, a new sloped shower pan or linear drain, a waterproofing membrane on every wall, tile floor and walls, a recessed niche, a new valve and showerhead, frameless glass, and solid blocking in the walls for grab bars now or later.
A curbless (zero-threshold) shower takes a little more work, since the floor is recessed so water flows to the drain without a step. It's the best choice for aging in place and looks clean in any bathroom.
A low curb is simpler and costs less. Curbless needs the subfloor lowered or built up around the shower, which we check at the first visit. If you're redoing the whole room, see wet rooms or primary bathroom remodels.
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Tub removed, shower built to fit the space
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Linear drain or sloped pan
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Waterproofing membrane on every wall
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Frameless glass and recessed niche
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Grab-bar blocking for aging in place
Plan your bathroom
Hall bath · plumbing stays · 3–4 wks
Walk-in shower · curbless option
Primary bath · 5–8 wk build
Wet room · fully tiled wet zone
Heated floors (Schlüter Ditra-Heat)
Large-format porcelain and stone
Frameless glass enclosures
Kohler, Brizo and Hansgrohe fixtures
How it works
01
Week 1
We visit, measure, talk through budget and check the condition of the subfloor and plumbing.
02
Weeks 2–3
Layout, tile and fixtures in 3D, with one fixed price and a guaranteed start date.
03
Weeks 3–6
We file permits and order tile, vanity, glass and fixtures early so the build never waits on parts.
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3–8 weeks
Demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, inspections, waterproofing, tile, vanity, fixtures and glass.
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Final week
Final inspection, punch list and a written warranty on our work.
Typical bathroom projects
Hall bath
New tile floor and surround, vanity, toilet, fixtures, lighting and fan, with the plumbing left in place.
$12k – $28k
3–4 weeks
Walk-in shower
Tiled shower with a linear drain, frameless glass, niche and grab-bar blocking. Usually a plumbing permit.
$15k – $35k
3–5 weeks
Primary suite
Larger shower, dual-sink vanity, heated floor, new lighting and GFCI circuits, and an optional soaking tub.
$35k – $65k
5–8 weeks
Reviews
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Bathroom remodeling FAQ
Straight answers from our project leads. Don't see your question? Call (425) 276-6501.
How much does it cost to convert a tub to a walk-in shower?
Most of our Eastside tub-to-shower conversions cost $15,000 to $35,000. Tile size and material, curbless construction and the glass enclosure drive most of the range.
How long does a walk-in shower conversion take?
Construction usually takes 3–5 weeks, including time for the waterproofing to cure and for the frameless glass to be measured and made.
Do I need a permit to replace a tub with a shower?
Usually a plumbing permit, because the drain and valve change. We file it and schedule the inspections.
Can I live at home while you remodel my only bathroom?
Yes, with planning. We sequence the work to keep the toilet usable as long as possible and can arrange a temporary toilet if needed. Most clients with a second bathroom notice little disruption.
Will removing my tub hurt resale value?
Not if another bathroom in the house has a tub. Most buyers prefer a large walk-in shower in the primary bath.
Can you make the shower curbless for accessibility?
Usually, yes. We recess the shower floor so there's no step, add a linear drain, and put blocking in the walls for grab bars. We confirm the floor framing allows it at the consult.
What's included in your walk-in shower price?
Demolition, plumbing, shower pan or linear drain, waterproofing, tile, niche, valve and trim, frameless glass, grab-bar blocking, permit and cleanup.
Start your walk-in shower
Tell us about your bathroom. We'll visit, measure, and talk through layout, tile and budget, then send you a fixed price.
Renovision Design & Build LLC
1400 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 276-6501 · Mon–Fri 8–5
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