Many homes in Plano neighborhoods like Willow Bend or Whiffletree were built in the 1980s and 90s with master bathrooms featuring large, unused garden tubs or cramped alcove tubs that eat up valuable floor space. For most North Dallas homeowners, these tubs become nothing more than dust collectors and high-step tripping hazards. Converting that footprint into a spacious walk-in shower is one of the most practical upgrades you can make to your home. By removing the tub, we can often double your standing area and incorporate modern features like linear drains, custom niches, and bench seating that the original builder grade layouts simply didn't offer. At Alfaro Remodeling, we understand that a Plano bathroom needs to be both functional and durable. Our conversion process focuses on high-quality waterproofing and precision tile work to ensure your new shower handles daily use without leaking into your subfloor. Whether you are looking to improve safety for aging-in-place or you just want a more open, modern aesthetic for your morning routine, we handle the entire project from the initial tear-out and plumbing retrofits to the final install of your frameless glass enclosure. We respect your home, keeping the workspace clean and finishing most conversions within 7 to 10 working days.
Common issues we hear from Plano homeowners
- Stepping over a high tub wall creates an unnecessary slip and fall risk.
- Builder-grade acrylic tubs are difficult to keep clean and often develop cracks.
- The large footprint of a garden tub makes the bathroom feel smaller and darker.
- Standard tub showerheads are often mounted too low for taller North Texas homeowners.
- Unused bathtubs waste water and take significantly longer to prepare than a shower.
What's typically in a Plano tub to shower conversion project
- Demolition of the existing tub, surround tile, and old plumbing fixtures.
- Inspection of the subfloor and wall studs for hidden rot or water damage.
- Relocating or widening the drain line and installing a new hot/cold mixing valve.
- Installation of a custom mortar bed or pre-sloped pan with a Schluter waterproofing system.
- Laying professional tile from floor to ceiling with integrated storage niches.
- Mounting new fixtures including rainfall heads, hand-held sprayers, and trim kits.
- Installation of custom-measured frameless glass panels or bypass doors.
- Final grout sealing and thorough site cleanup before the final walkthrough.
What drives the cost
- Material Selection
- Natural stone or intricate mosaic tiles cost more in both purchase price and labor than standard ceramic subway tiles.
- Glass Specifications
- Custom frameless heavy glass is a more significant investment than semi-frameless or standard sliding door options.
- Plumbing Relocation
- Costs vary by scope if we need to move the drain location or update aging galvanized pipes to PEX.
- Fixture Upgrades
- Adding high-end features like thermostatic valves, multiple shower heads, or body jets increases the total project price.
FAQs: Tub to Shower Conversion in Plano
Often paired with
If you are already converting your tub, this is a great time to update your vanity and lighting to match your new shower. We also frequently install matching tile flooring or updated baseboards during the conversion to give the entire bathroom a cohesive, refreshed look.