Bathroom Remodel

Escondido Blvd, Unit 64, Escondido, CA , 92025

The installed walk-in shower features white marble-look panels with faint veining. A low-threshold base enables easier access, and sliding glass doors in oil-rubbed bronze finish replace the original framed enclosure. Inside the unit, two corner shelves provide storage, and an integrated recessed wall niche offers additional space. The shower system includes a vertical slide-bar-mounted handheld unit with dark-finished controls for ease of reach. The showerhead and trim are finished in matching oil-rubbed bronze, blending with the enclosure hardware. The setup does not include a curtain rod or visible grab bars, diverging from the original request for a curved curtain rod and multiple ADA bars.

Zach Sterling presented the project under the Smart Choice package, highlighting features like 100% PVC composite wall panels with a six-layer anti-repeating print for realistic visual depth. He explained that these panels are antimicrobial, scratch-resistant, and ideal for low-maintenance cleaning. He emphasized the use of non-slip shower pans and mold-proof Hydro Board wall backing. Zach reinforced the company’s position as a local franchise with national credentials and confirmed that all installers are in-house, avoiding subcontractor use. Their lead installer JC, a retired veteran, performs final site verifications.

The installation involved complete removal of the old enclosure and underlayment, with moisture barrier and backer upgrades. The new shower included upgraded plumbing connections and was sealed with a waterproof system. While originally discussed as a curtain-accessible shower, the final installation used a sliding glass enclosure and retained a standard configuration for shower entry. The work appears to have been completed cleanly and professionally within a typical two to three-day window.

Five Star Bath Solutions’ Smart Choice package includes a fully transferable lifetime plus warranty, covering everything from panel to caulking with no exclusions. Zach noted their price match guarantee and customer incentives, including $100 credits for missed timelines and discounts for military service and cash payment. The total project was quoted at $14,299, valid for 30 days, with multiple offers applied to reduce final cost.

Features presented by the representative:

* Low-threshold walk-in shower with anti-slip base
* 100% PVC composite walls with six-layer, non-repeating print
* Mold-proof, waterproof Hydro Board wall backing
* Antimicrobial and anti-scratch surfaces
* Two corner shelves and recessed niche
* Oil-rubbed bronze sliding glass doors and fixtures
* Handheld shower system with slide bar
* Full removal and backer upgrade
* In-house Five Star certified installers only
* Transferable lifetime plus warranty
* Price match plus incentives and timeline credits