Walk-in showers and bath remodels
What does a walk-in shower cost in 2026?
A walk-in shower costs about $4,500 to $15,000 installed, per Modernize (2026). A tub to shower conversion typically runs $2,000 to $12,000 (This Old House, 2026), and a walk-in tub $3,500 to $10,000 installed (Fixr, 2026). Below are sourced ranges for each project and an estimator for your own.
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- Replacing a tub you no longer use: see tub to shower conversion cost.
- A new or larger walk-in shower: see walk-in shower cost.
- A tub you can step into and sit in: see walk-in tub cost.
- Going back to a tub, for example before selling: see shower to tub conversion cost.
- The whole bathroom: see bathroom remodel cost.
Why prices vary so much
The same shower can be a $2,000 prefab job or a $15,000 tiled one[1]. The biggest factors are prefab panels vs custom tile, whether the drain or water lines have to move, glass, and what the contractor finds behind the old walls. Ask for a written estimate that lists demolition, plumbing, materials and finish work separately.
When to call a pro
- The drain, water lines or valve need to move: that work usually needs a licensed plumber and a permit.
- You see soft floors, stains or mold around the old tub: there may be water damage to fix first.
- You want a curbless or zero-entry shower, which often means changing the floor itself.