Let's be honest: when was the last time you actually used your bathtub for a bath? For many homeowners in Northern Colorado, the traditional bathtub has become little more than a frustrating obstacle to step over every morning, or worse, a giant laundry hamper.

If you live in an older home in Old Town, Fossil Creek, or even the growing communities of Windsor and Severance, chances are you’re dealing with a cramped, outdated shower-tub combo. At Fort Collins Bath Pros , one of our most requested services is the tub-to-shower conversion. It is a brilliant way to maximize your space, modernize your aesthetic, and dramatically improve your daily routine.

What is a Tub-to-Shower Conversion?

A tub-to-shower conversion is exactly what it sounds like: our bathroom remodeling contractors carefully demolish and remove your old, bulky bathtub and replace it with a sleek, spacious walk-in shower. Because standard bathtubs and walk-in showers share roughly the same footprint (usually about 60 inches wide by 30-32 inches deep), this upgrade can often be done without needing to knock down walls or completely reroute your main plumbing lines.

Top 3 Reasons to Convert Your Tub to a Walk-In Shower in NOCO

1. Enhanced Safety and Accessibility

As we age, stepping over a 15-inch or 20-inch bathtub wall onto a slippery fiberglass floor becomes a major safety hazard. A walk-in shower installation features a low-threshold (or even zero-threshold curbless) entry. Pair that with slip-resistant custom tile, built-in seating, and strategically placed grab bars, and you create a safe, accessible environment that allows you to age in place comfortably in your Fort Collins home.

2. Visually Expands Your Bathroom

Nothing makes a small bathroom feel more claustrophobic than a dark, heavy bathtub paired with an opaque shower curtain. By replacing it with a custom walk-in shower featuring seamless glass doors and elegant custom tile work , you open up the sightlines of the room. The bathroom instantly feels brighter, larger, and far more luxurious—like your own private spa retreat after a long hike at Horsetooth Reservoir.

3. Massive Boost to Your Home's Value

Are you considering selling your home in Loveland, Timnath, or Wellington in the next few years? Real estate data shows that modern buyers highly prioritize updated primary suites with large, luxurious walk-in showers over standard shower-tub combos. While it's always smart to keep at least one bathtub in the house (usually in a secondary or guest bath for families with small children), upgrading your primary bath with a walk-in shower offers one of the best Returns on Investment (ROI) of any interior renovation.

How Much Does a Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost in Fort Collins?

We believe in radical transparency when it comes to the cost of a bathroom remodel in Fort Collins, CO. For a partial/wet area remodel like a tub-to-shower conversion, the average cost ranges between $6,500 and $15,000.

Your final quote will depend on the materials you choose (such as premium artisan tile versus a durable acrylic surround), whether we need to upgrade your plumbing fixtures, and if we are installing custom glass doors. At Fort Collins Bath Pros, our quotes include everything—demolition, permits, materials, and expert labor—so there are never any hidden fees.

Ready to Ditch the Old Tub?

Transform your daily routine with a stunning, custom-designed walk-in shower. Our expert team at Fort Collins Bath Pros is ready to help you design the perfect space for your lifestyle and budget.

Contact us today to schedule your FREE, no-obligation design consultation!