Walk-in showers in Fairfax, VA
Walk-in showers and tub-to-shower conversions in Fairfax
Trade a tub you never use for a shower that's easy to step into and easy to clean. Prefab or fully tiled, low curb or curbless. Free in-home estimate.
- Free in-home estimate
- Prefab or custom tile
- Low-curb and curbless options
- Licensed and insured remodelers
Two ways to do it
| Option | What it is | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Prefab / acrylic | A molded base and wall panels fitted into the old tub space. Fast and easy to clean. | $2,000–$8,000 |
| Custom tiled walk-in | A waterproofed shower pan, tile floor and walls, niche, bench and glass. Built to fit. | $6,500–$13,000+ |
Sources: HomeAdvisor's normal range for a tub-to-shower conversion is $1,500 to $8,000, and This Old House's 2026 guide gives the same range with about $3,000 typical. Angi puts a walk-in shower in Washington, DC at $9,801 on average, with most between $6,534 and $13,068. More in the shower conversion cost guide.
What changes the price
- Moving the drain or the valve to a new spot
- Curbless entry, which usually means lowering or rebuilding part of the floor
- Tile size and pattern: large-format and mosaic take more labor
- Frameless glass versus a framed door or a curtain
- Repairs to rotted subfloor found once the tub is out, which is common under older tubs
Keep one tub in the house
If this is your only bathtub, think about who uses the house. Families with young children, and many buyers, still want one tub somewhere. If there's a second tub elsewhere, converting the one you don't use is usually an easy call.
Safety upgrades worth adding now
Blocking inside the wall for grab bars costs very little while the wall is open, even if you don't install the bars yet. A handheld shower on a slide bar and a fold-down or built-in bench are the other two things people are glad they added. See accessible bathrooms.
Questions about walk-in showers and tub-to-shower in Fairfax
How much does a tub-to-shower conversion cost in Fairfax?
Prefab conversions usually run about $2,000 to $8,000. A custom tiled walk-in shower usually runs about $6,500 to $13,000 or more, depending on size, tile and glass.
How long does it take?
A prefab conversion often takes a few days. A custom tiled shower usually takes one to two weeks, plus a week or two for glass.
Will removing my only tub hurt resale?
It can for buyers with small children. If there's another tub in the house, it usually doesn't matter.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. The in-home visit and written estimate are free.