Summary
- Our published 2026 installed planning ranges are $8,500–$17,000 for tub-to-shower conversions, $8,000–$17,000 for existing shower remodels and $7,500–$16,500 for bathtub projects.
- These ranges cover the bath or shower area. Whole-room renovations cover more work.
- Glass, wall styles, accessories, measurements and preparation affect the written price. Some projects fall outside the planning ranges.
- Compare written quotes for the same scope, and review financing and warranty terms separately.
- Use the free instant estimator to explore a range, then confirm measurements and project details with your local team.
In this guide
Since Louie Mullikin opened our first Bath Fitter office in Duncan in 2003, our family’s teams have helped homeowners compare tub and shower projects across several states. Price and scope are recurring questions. We also walk away from jobs when the plumbing cannot be brought up to standard, so a Bath Fitter project is not the right fit for every bathroom.
How much does Bath Fitter cost in 2026? What changes the price for your bathroom? We will show you our current installed planning ranges, explain what they cover and help you compare written quotes for the same work. Start with your project type, then look at finishes, glass, accessories and existing conditions.
How much does Bath Fitter cost for a tub or shower project?
Our published 2026 installed planning ranges run from $7,500 to $17,000 across bathtub and shower projects. The right starting point depends on whether you are keeping a tub, replacing a shower or converting a tub to a shower.
| Project | 2026 installed planning range | What you are planning |
|---|---|---|
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $8,500–$17,000 | Remove an existing bathtub and install a shower in the wet area. |
| Shower remodeling | $8,000–$17,000 | Update an existing shower with a new base and wall system. |
| Bathtub remodeling | $7,500–$16,500 | Explore an eligible tub liner or a bathtub replacement. |
These ranges cover the bath or shower area. A whole-room renovation involving a vanity, flooring, lighting or a new room layout is a different project. If you are deciding whether to remove a tub, our tub-to-shower conversion guide explains the work and tradeoffs before you book a visit.
You can get a free instant estimate based on the options you are considering. Your local team confirms the measurements and project details before providing a final written quote.
What are most customers spending in 2026?
Our current pricing page separates actual installation data from the broader planning ranges. The data supplied by our team on October 13, 2026 covers 2,832 installed tubs and showers: 2,310 shower units and 522 tub units. In that reported group, most shower installations fell between $8,723 and $13,445, and most tub installations between $8,267 and $13,882.
That is useful context, but it is not a prediction for your house. The service ranges above allow for simpler designs and more customized selections. A tub-to-shower conversion also involves different work from replacing an existing shower. Use the figures to plan questions, then compare the scope on your own quote.
Why is there a price range instead of one flat number?
A bath or shower is made for a particular space. A glass door, wall finish, seat, grab bars and fixture choices all affect the design. So do the existing opening, plumbing and preparation work. Two bathrooms can look similar in a photo and need different work once the team measures them.
You should still be able to start planning before inviting someone into your home. That is why we publish prices and offer the estimator. It gives you a useful starting range. The in-home consultation turns your measurements and selections into a defined project and written price.
Which choices can move the price up or down?
Start with the features you will use every day. Glass doors, decorative wall finishes, seating and additional storage can change the total. A simpler wall finish, a curtain and fewer accessories can keep your selections more straightforward. Browse our wall styles and accessories before deciding which features matter most.
Keeping the existing wet-area footprint can simplify the work. Moving major plumbing or changing the whole room’s layout introduces a different scope. Ask your consultant to explain which choices affect your price, rather than assuming a liner, replacement and conversion are interchangeable.
Our Essential, Enhanced and Premium examples group design choices for planning. They are not fixed packages or different grades of installation. Your bathroom is designed around the features you choose and the work it needs.
What should I compare with refinishing, DIY or a full remodel?
Each approach serves a different need. Refinishing can suit a sound tub that needs a cosmetic refresh. A DIY kit may suit a homeowner with the time and skills to handle the work. A full-room remodel can make sense when the layout, flooring, vanity and lighting all need to change. Bath Fitter focuses on the bathtub or shower area with a custom acrylic system and professional installation.
| Approach | Cost reference | Scope and best fit | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tub refinishing or reglazing | $500–$1,500 planning reference | A new coating on an existing tub that is otherwise suitable to keep. | Surface preparation, repairs, ventilation, curing and the provider’s written warranty. |
| DIY replacement kit | $300–$2,000 for kit materials only | A hands-on homeowner managing the installation. | Tools, disposal, preparation, plumbing and any hired labor add to the total. |
| Bath Fitter installed wet-area project | $7,500–$17,000 across our 2026 service planning ranges | A custom tub or shower system with agreed professional installation. | The exact project, products, preparation and exclusions on your written quote. |
| Whole-room bathroom remodel | $26,138 midrange; $81,612 upscale in the 2025 JLC national report | A broader bathroom renovation with more work than the bath or shower alone. | The report’s project definitions, your local conditions and quotes for your actual scope. |
A national whole-room benchmark cannot tell you the price of a local shower-only job. We do not assign a fixed percentage of that total to a tile shower. Ask each company to price the same work so the comparison means something for your bathroom.
What should your written bathroom quote include?
A useful quote explains the work as well as the total. Before choosing an installer, make sure you can answer these questions:
- Is this a liner, replacement or conversion, and what removal work is included?
- Which base or tub, wall finish, enclosure, fixtures and accessories are specified?
- What preparation, plumbing work, disposal and cleanup are included?
- How will the team handle additional work if hidden conditions change the scope?
- Which warranty covers each product, and who should you call for service?
- What is the payment schedule, and which offer or financing terms apply?
Verify the credentials and insurance required for the work in your area. Ask the contractor for documentation, and ask your own insurer about questions specific to your policy. A lower quote deserves the same careful scope check as a higher one.
What happens if there is dry rot or damage behind the shower?
Existing conditions matter. Our published pricing guidance includes dry-rot repairs within the wet area as part of installation. Extensive structural rebuilding or work outside that area is a separate scope. Ask your consultant to explain the boundary and how it will be recorded in your written agreement.
If you already know about a leak, soft floor or plumbing problem, mention it before the visit. The team can assess what the bath or shower project needs and explain when other work has to happen first. The goal is a defined scope, rather than an assumption that every possible hidden repair is included.
What are you paying for with a Bath Fitter system?
Bath Fitter manufactures the acrylic tubs, shower bases and wall components. Our local employees measure and install the system. That brings the product, fit and installation together, with a local team to contact afterward. Our family has run the local operation since 2003; the wider Bath Fitter brand has more than 40 years of experience.
The one-piece wall removes grout lines from the wet area. It still needs regular cleaning, and sealed joints around fixtures need care. Our approved cleaner guide explains which products to use and why immediate rinsing matters.
Read the official warranty documents when comparing coverage. They distinguish Bath Fitter acrylic products from other installed products and set out limitations and eligibility. The words “lifetime warranty” alone do not explain every part of an installation.
Can you finance a Bath Fitter remodel?
Financing options are available to qualified buyers. You can ask about them during your consultation, then review the lender’s current rates, terms and approval requirements. Longer repayment terms and promotional plans can affect the total amount paid in different ways.
A deferred-interest promotion is different from a standard zero-interest loan. Our financing page explains the current programs and disclosures. Compare the total project price, required payments and financing cost before choosing a plan. We do not promise an approval time or a monthly payment for every applicant.
How do accessibility features affect the project?
If stepping over a bathtub wall has become difficult, tell the consultant how you use the bathroom now and what needs to change. A lower entry, seat, handheld shower and appropriately placed grab bars can influence both the design and the price. Ask which options suit your space and the needs of the people using it.
Acrylic walls alone do not make a shower accessible. The entry, layout and installed features matter. Our aging-in-place shower guide can help you prepare questions for the visit.
What is the best next step for your bathroom budget?
Choose the project type first. Compare prices for the same work, decide which features matter most and ask for the scope in writing. Our family’s local teams are happy to help you work through those choices without pretending every bathroom is the same.
Get your free instant estimate to explore a planning range. If you are ready for measurements and a written quote, use our contact page to reach your local team or choose Book Online in the site header. You can also browse real before-and-after projects and reviews from local homeowners.
Whatever you decide, make sure whoever you hire does what they say they are going to do.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Bath Fitter cost in 2026?
Published installed planning ranges are $8,500–$17,000 for tub-to-shower conversions, $8,000–$17,000 for existing shower remodels and $7,500–$16,500 for bathtub projects. These cover the wet area. Your final written quote depends on measurements, selections and installation scope; some projects fall outside these ranges.
What hidden costs should I ask about before signing?
Ask which preparation, removal, plumbing, disposal and cleanup are included, and how additional work would be approved. Our published guidance includes dry-rot repairs within the wet area; extensive structural rebuilding or work outside that area is a separate scope explained in the written agreement.
Can I finance a bathroom remodel?
Financing is available to qualified buyers, subject to lender approval and current program terms. Review the financing page for rates, fees, payment requirements and promotional conditions. Application timing and approval are not guaranteed.
Do I need a permit for a tub-to-shower conversion?
Requirements vary by city, county and project scope. Ask your local team which permits apply, who will obtain them and whether the costs are included in the written quote.
What does the Bath Fitter warranty cover?
The official warranty documents explain coverage for Bath Fitter acrylic products, limitations and transfer eligibility. Other installed products can have different coverage. Read the written terms for your installation rather than assuming every component has the same warranty.
Should I get more than one bathroom remodeling quote?
Comparing written quotes can help when you are weighing providers or different types of work. Ask each company to specify the same scope, materials, preparation, installation and warranty so you can understand what changes the price.
Will my instant estimate be the final price?
No. The instant estimate is a planning range based on your selections. Your local team confirms measurements, products and installation needs before providing the final written quote.
This guide applies to: Bath Fitter Arkansas, Bath Fitter Augusta, Bath Fitter Columbia, Bath Fitter Memphis, Bath Fitter Oklahoma, Bath Fitter Tri Cities, Bath Fitter Upstate SC/Western NC.