Melvindale, MI Bathtub Removal & Shower Conversion
Melvindale is a tub-cutout town. Small bathrooms, original tubs, and no appetite for tearing up a bathroom that otherwise works fine.
- Conversions from $6,995 · cutouts from $1,550
- Walk-in bathtubs from $12,995 installed
- Most Melvindale jobs finished in one day
- 18 years working in Wayne County
The Melvindale Bathroom Problem
Melvindale's compact bungalows have single main-floor baths with original alcoves, and tub cutouts are the most common request here because they solve the access problem without a remodel budget.
Housing here is largely 1930s-50s bungalows, and that shapes everything about a conversion: how the tub comes out, what's behind the wall, and how long we're in your house. We've done enough Melvindale bathrooms to know what we're walking into, which is why we quote a fixed price instead of an hourly rate that grows once the wall is open.
ZIP codes we cover in Melvindale: 48122
Three Options for Melvindale Homeowners
Same pricing across every city we serve — no travel surcharge for Melvindale.
Tub to Shower Conversion
Remove the old bathtub entirely and replace it with a low-threshold walk-in shower — new base, new waterproof walls, new fixtures.
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Bathtub Cutout & Step-Through Insert
Keep your existing tub. We cut a low step-through opening in the wall of it and finish the edges with a molded insert.
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Walk-In Bathtub Installation
A full Ella's Bubbles walk-in bathtub with a sealing door, molded seat, grab bars and optional hydrotherapy jets.
See details & pricingPricing in Melvindale
| Service | Starting price | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Bathtub cutout / step-through insert | $1,550 | A few hours |
| Tub to shower conversion | $6,995 | One day |
| Ella's Bubbles walk-in bathtub | $12,995 | One to two days |
Starting prices, installed. Your fixed quote depends on alcove size, existing tub material and the finishes you choose. Financing available with approved credit.
One Bathroom, One Shot
A lot of Wayne County homes — particularly the bungalows and smaller post-war houses across Melvindale — have exactly one full bathroom. There's no second bath to use while the work happens.
That's the single biggest reason we work to a one-day schedule. A week-long remodel in a one-bathroom house isn't an inconvenience, it's a genuine problem for the people living there.
How a Melvindale Install Works
We measure
Alcove width, doorway clearance, tub material. Ten minutes, and it's what makes the quote accurate.
You pick the finish
Wall panel or tile, bench or no bench, glass or curtain. Fixed price either way.
Install day
Floors covered before anything moves. Tub out, base in, walls up, fixtures on.
Walkthrough
We run the water with you, show you everything, and answer questions before we leave.
Get a Fixed Quote for Your Melvindale Bathroom
Call (586) 791-4800 and describe the bathroom — how old the house is, whether the tub thuds like cast iron when you tap it, and roughly how wide the alcove is. That's normally enough for a real number in about five minutes.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (586) 791-4800, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked — Melvindale, MI
How soon can you get to my Melvindale house?
Quotes are usually same-day by phone, or from a photo you email us. Installation scheduling depends on the season — spring and early summer are our busiest — but we're typically booking a couple of weeks out for conversions and cutouts. Walk-in tubs take a little longer because the tub is ordered to fit your specific alcove.
Do you charge for the quote?
No. Quotes are free, there's no obligation, and there's no three-hour in-home sales presentation — we're installers, not a sales operation. Email a photo of the bathroom and the alcove width and we can usually price it without visiting at all.
How much does a tub to shower conversion cost in Melvindale?
Conversions in Melvindale start at $6,995 installed. Bathtub cutouts start at $1,550 and walk-in bathtubs at $12,995. 1930s-50s bungalows — and that's the main thing that moves the final number, because older tubs take longer to remove. You get a fixed price in writing before any work starts.
Is a walk-in tub or a walk-in shower better for me?
If soaking genuinely helps — arthritis, circulation, chronic pain — get the walk-in tub; the hydrotherapy is real. If you haven't taken an actual bath in years and just want to get clean safely, get the shower. It's roughly half the price and there's no waiting for it to fill or drain. We sell both and we have no reason to steer you wrong.
What's the difference between a cutout and a full conversion?
A cutout ($1,550) keeps your existing tub and cuts a low step-through opening in the side of it, finished with a molded insert. A full conversion ($6,995) removes the tub entirely and replaces it with a walk-in shower. The cutout is faster and much cheaper; the conversion gives you a proper shower and more usable floor space. We'll tell you which one your situation actually calls for.
Do I need a permit for this in Melvindale?
For a straight like-for-like conversion inside the existing footprint, usually not — we're not moving drains or altering structure. Requirements vary by municipality, and if Melvindale does require one for your specific job we'll tell you and handle it. We don't work without the permits that are actually required.
Serving Melvindale and All of Wayne County
Call (586) 791-4800 for a fixed price. Most quotes take about five minutes.