Shower & Bathtub Installation in Carrollton, TX
Replacing an old tub, installing a new shower, or converting a tub to a walk-in shower all involve plumbing work that has to be done right the first time.
Call (469) 856-7724Replacing a tub or shower is more than swapping one fixture for another. Supply lines, drain positioning, and the shower valve itself all have to line up correctly with the new fixture, and in older Carrollton homes that don't match modern rough-in dimensions exactly, that sometimes means rerouting a line rather than a simple swap.
Common Projects We Handle
| Project | What's Involved |
|---|---|
| Like-for-like tub or shower replacement | Removing the old fixture, confirming supply and drain alignment, setting the new one |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | Removing the tub, installing a shower pan, relocating drain and supply lines as needed |
| Multi-function shower valve upgrade | New valve and trim kit for a rain head, handheld, or body sprays |
| New shower or tub in a previously unplumbed space | Running new supply and drain lines to the location |
Plumbing First, Then Finish Work
Our part of the job is the plumbing, supply lines, drain relocation where needed, valve installation, and setting the fixture itself. For tile, surround panels, and other finish work, we coordinate with a contractor or can refer one if you don't already have someone lined up. Getting the plumbing right first is what keeps the finish work from having to be redone later.
Why Older Carrollton Bathrooms Need Extra Planning
Bathrooms in homes from Carrollton's postwar growth years were often built around a single standard tub, with supply lines and drain positioning sized for that one fixture and rarely touched since. Moving to a larger shower pan, a freestanding tub, or a different fixture footprint during a remodel usually means adjusting at least some of that original rough-in plumbing rather than a direct swap, which is worth planning for before demolition starts rather than discovering mid-project.
Getting the Slope and Drain Right
A shower pan or tub has to drain correctly, which depends on getting the slope and drain connection right the first time, since a poorly sloped pan leads to standing water and eventual leaks into the subfloor below. We test the drain and check for standing water before the finish work goes on top, so a problem gets caught while it's still easy to fix.
Serving Carrollton and Nearby Cities
This covers shower and bathtub installation in Carrollton along with Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell, Lewisville, The Colony, and Little Elm.
Water-Efficient Fixture Options
Newer showerheads and tub fillers are available in low-flow configurations that use meaningfully less water per minute than older fixtures without a noticeable drop in pressure, worth considering during a replacement rather than defaulting to a like-for-like match with whatever was there before. We can walk through the options that fit your existing valve and supply line setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, tub-to-shower conversions are one of the more common requests we get, and we handle both the plumbing changes and the fixture and pan installation involved.
Our focus is the plumbing side, supply lines, drain relocation, valve installation, and fixture setting. For tile and finish work, we can coordinate with a contractor or refer one if you don't already have someone.
Older Carrollton homes sometimes have supply lines or drain positioning that doesn't match a modern fixture's requirements, which means some rerouting is needed. We'll flag that during the assessment rather than after the job has already started.
Yes, we install multi-function shower valves and trim kits, and can walk through what's compatible with your existing supply lines and wall cavity depth.
A straightforward like-for-like tub replacement is often a one to two day job for the plumbing and fixture portion, though a full tub-to-shower conversion with pan and valve work can take longer depending on the scope.
Permits for Bathroom Plumbing Changes
A like-for-like tub or shower swap in the same location generally doesn't require a permit. Once a project involves relocating a drain or supply line, or converting a tub space into a shower with a different footprint, that typically crosses into work the City of Carrollton's building department wants a permit for. We'll flag it up front if your project falls into that category.
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