Tub-to-Shower Conversions in Bonney Lake, WA

Tub-to-Shower Conversions in Bonney Lake, WA

Bonney Lake is one of my busiest areas for tub-to-shower conversions. Most homes here were built between 2000 and 2015, and they came with the same builder-grade setup: a fiberglass tub-shower combo in the hall bathroom and a separate tub and shower in the master. After 10 to 20 years, those fiberglass inserts are stained, the caulk has failed, and the surround looks dated. I work throughout Sky Island, the Lake Tapps plateau, and the neighborhoods along Highway 410. The most common request I get is converting the hall bath tub into a walk-in shower, since most families with older kids have zero use for that tub.

Removing a fiberglass tub-shower combo is a different job than pulling a cast iron tub out of a 1940s home, but it has its own steps. I cut the fiberglass surround into sections, pull the tub basin, and inspect the framing and subfloor behind it. In Bonney Lake homes I usually find the original plumbing is in good condition, so the conversion focuses on waterproofing and tile. I install cement backer board on the walls, apply a waterproof membrane system, and tile the shower floor to ceiling. My Bonney Lake clients love large-format tile in neutral tones with a contrasting accent strip or mosaic niche. I finish with frameless glass, either a single fixed panel for an open feel or a full hinged door. These conversions typically run $12,000 to $22,000 and take 5 to 8 days. For aging-in-place projects, I also install grab bars anchored into the studs, a fold-down teak bench, and a zero-threshold entry. Visit my tub-to-shower conversion page for a breakdown of the full process.

Permits in Bonney Lake go through the City of Bonney Lake Community Development Department. I pull a plumbing permit for any conversion that involves moving the drain or supply lines. If the drain location stays the same and no structural changes are needed, the permit requirement is lighter, but I still verify with the city before starting. I schedule all inspections and keep your project moving without gaps in the timeline.

If your Bonney Lake hall bathroom still has that builder-grade tub nobody touches, call me at (253) 392-9266 or request a free estimate. I will measure the space, go over material options, and give you a fixed-price proposal. You can also see everything I do in the area on my Bonney Lake service area page.