Now you know what a shower conversion is and how to do it. The next step is getting into the logistics. When it comes to time and money, many renovations can seem daunting.
Don’t fret! With a few tips and tricks, you’ll be able to plan the perfect project.
We know we need to have a budget and consider timetables. But what are some real, concrete things you can do to save time and money?
Here are four things you can do yourself that save your budget and your schedule.
DIY Demolition
Plumbing
Supplies
Financing
Even if you decide to hire a contractor, a great way to save money is to do the demolition yourself.
They’ll work fewer hours, which means less labor you will have to pay for.
Take out the tub, the tile, and anything else that won’t be part of the new shower.
There are countless reasons to convert your outdated tub into a modern shower, and every situation offers a different motivation. Here are a few of the top motivations we hear from customers when they reach out to us:
You’ll save on both the additional materials required to make any changes as well as the labor to do it.
If you plan to relocate the shower, now may be a good time to do it. However, this goes beyond a shower conversion and doing that will significantly increase your spending.
If your priority is to stay within budget, the less plumbing you mess with, the better.
Remember! When cutting through walls, your old tub, or anything else that needs to go, make sure you keep in mind to avoid cutting too deep.
You don’t want to cut any water lines, floor joists, or anything else that could create a giant headache instead of happy progress.
Proactively planning for materials and supplies will save you money by avoiding:
Future order issues
Frustrating schedule setbacks
Paying for the wrong product
Worst case scenario?
The contractor starts renovation, then has to stop midway because of a product shortage. This could lead to you waiting weeks without a functional shower.
Believe it or not, this does happen, and with supply chain challenges affecting North America it’s becoming an increasingly frequent situation.
Organization in ordering allows you to know the exact cost of all materials before you start.
This helps you stay on budget and ensures you have everything on hand before you start.
If you are really looking to do a shower conversion on a budget, it’s vital that you take a hard look at wants versus needs.
Of course, you want your dream shower! But that may not be in the cards right now based on the higher prices of luxury materials.
Figure out what are must-haves and what can wait until a future date.
Here are a few ways you may be able to scale back now while setting yourself up for the bathroom you want long-term:
Use a shower curtain instead of a door
Portable shower chair instead of a built-in
Stick with your non-detachable
Stick with your non-detachable
Fortunately, a lot of companies and contractors have financing options to help you get started on your tub to shower conversion.
When budgeting is your concern, Five Star Bath Solutions offers the best of both worlds—high-quality installation and top-of-the-line products at an affordable price.
Our SmartPay financing options make this possible.
We have a shower for every bathroom that fits every budget.
When budgeting is your concern, Five Star Bath Solutions offers the best of both worlds—high-quality installation and top-of-the-line products at an affordable price.
