Bathtub to Walk-In Shower Conversion — Shelby Township, Michigan
The Shelby Township master bath garden tub is practically a standard feature, and it's practically always the fixture people want gone.
- Conversions from $6,995 · cutouts from $1,550
- Walk-in bathtubs from $12,995 installed
- Most Shelby Township jobs finished in one day
- 18 years working in Macomb County
The Shelby Township Bathroom Problem
Shelby Township's newer colonials commonly include a corner garden tub in the master — the single most convertible fixture we encounter, with room for a bench and a large glass panel.
Housing here is largely 1980s-2000s colonials with large master baths, 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 Shelby Township 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 Shelby Township: 48315, 48316, 48317
Three Options for Shelby Township Homeowners
Same pricing across every city we serve — no travel surcharge for Shelby Township.
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 Shelby Township
| 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.
Condos and Associations Around Shelby Township
If you're in a condo or townhome near Shelby Township, the association likely has rules about what can be changed and shared plumbing walls that limit what's practical.
Staying inside the existing tub footprint avoids nearly all of that — we're not moving drains or opening shared walls. If your association wants documentation before approving work, tell us and we'll provide it.
How a Shelby Township Install Works
Photo or phone quote
Most people never need an in-home visit. Send a wide shot of the bathroom and the alcove width.
Written fixed price
In writing, before anything is ordered. That number doesn't move unless you change the scope.
One day on site
Morning start, evening finish. You keep your bathroom the same night in most cases.
24 hours to cure
Silicone needs a day to fully set, so we say shower in it tomorrow morning.
Get a Fixed Quote for Your Shelby Township Bathroom
Not sure whether you need a $1,550 cutout or a $6,995 conversion? That's the most common call we get. Describe the bathroom and we'll tell you honestly — including when the cheaper option is the right one.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (586) 791-4800, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked — Shelby Township, MI
Can you handle a cast iron tub in Shelby Township?
Yes, and around here it's routine. We cut cast iron down in place rather than trying to carry it out whole — that's the part that damages doorframes, stair treads and floors when it's done by someone who hasn't done it before.
Do you actually work in Shelby Township, or just advertise there?
We work in Shelby Township regularly — it's part of our core Macomb County service area and has been for 18 years. Same pricing as everywhere else, no travel surcharge. We also cover Utica, Macomb Township, Rochester Hills, Sterling Heights.
How long will the job take in my Shelby Township home?
Most conversions and cutouts in Shelby Township are a single day. We arrive in the morning, the old tub comes out, the new base and walls go in, and we clean up and leave that evening. Walk-in tub installs occasionally run into a second day when electrical work is needed for jets or a heated seat — and we tell you that when we quote, not on the day.
Do I need a permit for this in Shelby Township?
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 Shelby Township 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.
How much does a tub to shower conversion cost in Shelby Township?
Conversions in Shelby Township start at $6,995 installed. Bathtub cutouts start at $1,550 and walk-in bathtubs at $12,995. 1980s-2000s colonials with large master baths — 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.
Can you make it wheelchair accessible?
Yes. We install fully barrier-free roll-in bases with zero threshold in 60″×30″, 60″×32″ and 60″×36″, plus L-shape transfer walk-in tubs that open the entire end of the tub for a seated transfer. Tell us the situation on the phone and we'll spec it properly rather than selling you a standard unit.
Serving Shelby Township and All of Macomb County
Call (586) 791-4800 for a fixed price. Most quotes take about five minutes.