Cost guide · Bathroom project
Tub-to-Shower Conversion cost
Converting a bathtub to a shower averages $4,000 nationally, with most projects between $1,200 and $10,000, according to Fixr's cost guide (published January 23, 2025). Atlanta prices track the national average closely: Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value 2025 puts a bath remodel, midrange at $25,304 in Atlanta against $26,138 nationally, about 3.2% lower.
Conversion cost by shower material
| Material | Installation Cost |
|---|---|
| Ceramic tile | $6,000 to $12,000 |
| Composite stone | $2,000 to $6,000 |
| Glass tile | $5,000 to $12,000 |
| Natural stone | $6,000 to $20,000 |
| Porcelain tile | $7,000 to $14,000 |
| Solid surface | $2,000 to $8,000 |
Source: Fixr, Tub-to-Shower Conversion cost guide (published January 23, 2025).
Added cost of shower features
| Shower Feature | Added Cost for Conversion |
|---|---|
| Framed glass doors | $300 to $1,200 |
| Frameless glass doors | $900 to $2,300 |
| Grab bars | $85 to $300 each |
| Niches | $100 to $400 each |
| Built-in shelves | $75 to $300 each |
| Bench | $100 to $500 |
Source: Fixr, Tub-to-Shower Conversion cost guide (published January 23, 2025).
(Note: Prices are for reference only, not what your project will cost.)
Labor vs. materials
Prefabricated kit: materials $2,000 to $3,000, installation labor about $1,000, about $4,000 total including tub removal. Tub removal about $300 (range $200 to $1,000). Plumbing changes when there is no tub/shower combo: $100 to $250.
What drives the price
- Shower material (prefab kit vs. custom tile or stone)
- Removing and hauling the old tub
- Installation complexity and size of the tub space
- Add-on features like glass doors, niches, benches
- Hidden repairs found behind the tub (mold, water damage, leaks)
How long it takes
As little as 2 days for a prefab shower matching the old tub's footprint; custom conversions one to two weeks or longer.
Permits in metro Atlanta
Fixr's walk-in shower guide puts permit costs for this kind of work at $100 to $500. In metro Atlanta, the city issues permits inside city limits and the county handles unincorporated addresses, and each sets its own rules. See permits by city. A licensed remodeler should pull the permit, not you.
Common questions
How much does tub-to-shower conversion cost?
Converting a bathtub to a shower averages $4,000 nationally, with most projects between $1,200 and $10,000, according to Fixr's cost guide. Atlanta prices track the national average closely: Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value 2025 puts a bath remodel, midrange at $25,304 in Atlanta against $26,138 nationally, about 3.2% lower.
Do I need a permit for tub-to-shower conversion in Atlanta?
Fixr's walk-in shower guide puts permit costs for this kind of work at $100 to $500. Rules depend on your city: work that touches plumbing, electrical, walls or the layout usually needs one, and cosmetic work usually doesn't. Check permits by city; a licensed remodeler pulls them for you.
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