Old Norfolk homes in Berkley and Ocean View often have cast-iron drains that crack after decades. We cut out the bad section and run new PVC so water does not leak into the floor below. In our humid summers the bathroom stays damp for hours after a shower, so we always add a 70-cfm exhaust fan on its own switch and seal every seam with RedGard before tile goes down.
Norfolk is an independent city, so every tub to shower conversion needs a permit pulled through the city building department. We handle the paperwork and schedule the inspections. Cheap outfits skip the membrane behind the tile and just slap up green board. Six months later the owner sees black spots along the base because steam got behind the wall.
We set the new shower pan or curbless base on a pre-slope with a clamping drain. That keeps water moving to the center even if the floor settles later. In Colonial Place many baths sit over living space, so we add an extra layer of cement board and Schluter Kerdi to stop any chance of a leak reaching the ceiling downstairs.
Call during Mon–Fri 8am–6pm or Sat 9am–2pm if your tub leaks or you need a step-free shower now. We give honest ranges on the spot and start most jobs within a week once the permit clears.
Tub to Shower Conversion Services We Offer
✓Emergency Tub to Shower Conversion Norfolk
Same-week start when the old tub leaks into the floor. We demo, reset the drain, and install a one-piece acrylic unit in four days.
✓Walk in Shower Conversion for Seniors Norfolk
Zero-threshold base with grab bars and handheld wand. We use 12x24 porcelain tile and a fold-down seat so the shower stays safe and easy to clean.
✓Tub to Shower Conversion in Ghent
Full tile surround with Schluter waterproofing. Takes five to six days and keeps the original footprint in tight Ghent baths.
✓Tub to Shower Conversion in Ocean View
We replace the tub with a 60-inch acrylic unit and add a strong exhaust fan to fight the salt air and humidity.
✓Curbless Shower Conversion Norfolk
Linear drain and pre-sloped floor for easy wheelchair access. Done in six days with tile that matches the rest of the bath.
Tub to Shower Conversion Cost in Norfolk, VA
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Basic acrylic tub to shower swap | $4,200–$5,400 | One-piece unit, no tile, standard drain move |
| Full tile tub to shower conversion | $5,800–$7,800 | Cement board, Kerdi, 12x24 tile, new fan |
| Curbless walk-in shower | $6,900–$9,200 | Linear drain, pre-slope, grab bars, larger tile |
| Free estimate and permit check | Free | We come out during Mon–Fri 8am–6pm or Sat 9am–2pm |
Ranges are typical for Norfolk, VA and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Site Check And Measure
We look at the drain location, floor joists, and vent fan. Takes one hour on site.
- 2
Demo And Plumbing Move
Old tub comes out same day. We move the drain and valve if needed. Two days.
- 3
Waterproof Base And Walls
Cement board, RedGard, and pre-slope pan. One full day to dry.
- 4
Tile And Finish
Tile or one-piece unit, grout, caulk, and new trim. Two to three days.
Pricing
Most Norfolk jobs land between $4,200 and $7,800.