Shower & Tub Installation Services

Expert Bathroom Transformations in Calgary

Ready to upgrade your bathroom with a new shower or tub? Shift Heating & Cooling delivers professional installation services that transform your bathroom from ordinary to extraordinary. Our experienced team handles everything from standard replacements to custom shower solutions.

Our Shower & Tub Installation Services

Complete Shower Installation

Transform your bathroom with custom, prefabricated, or barrier-free shower systems, featuring tailored stalls, quick installations, stylish glass doors, and complete coordinated packages for accessibility comfort.

Bathtub Installation

Upgrade your bathroom with a new tub, from standard replacements and soaking tubs to versatile tub showers, classic clawfoot installations, and spa like jetted options.

Conversion Projects

Upgrade your bathroom with tub-to-shower or shower-to-tub conversions, expanded spaces, glass door upgrades, and accessibility features like grab bars and seating for comfort and safety.

Why Choose Shift Heating & Cooling for Your Installation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shower & Tub Installation

How long does a complete shower or tub installation take?

A standard shower or tub installation typically takes 1-2 days to complete. Basic replacements where the new unit fits in the same footprint as the old one can sometimes be completed in a single day. More complex projects involving custom tile work, plumbing modifications, or converting between tub and shower configurations usually require 2-3 days. Our team works efficiently to minimize disruption to your home while ensuring proper waterproofing, installation, and finishing. We’ll provide you with a specific timeline during your consultation based on your project’s scope.

What’s involved in converting a tub to a walk-in shower?

Converting a bathtub to a walk-in shower involves several key steps: removing the existing tub, assessing and potentially modifying the plumbing, addressing subfloor and wall preparation, installing a shower pan or building a custom shower base, waterproofing all surfaces, installing wall surrounds or tile, adding fixtures (showerhead, controls, drain), and installing shower doors or curtain rods. This transformation typically increases bathroom functionality and gives a more spacious feel to the room while potentially increasing home value and improving accessibility for family members with mobility concerns.

How do you ensure proper waterproofing during shower installations?

Proper waterproofing is the foundation of any quality shower installation and prevents costly water damage to your home. Our comprehensive approach includes: installing waterproof backer boards rather than standard drywall, applying professional-grade waterproof membranes to all surfaces, ensuring proper slopes toward drains, using waterproof sealants at all joints and penetrations, installing correct vapor barriers, and performing water tests before completing wall finishes. We follow industry-leading waterproofing protocols that exceed minimum requirements to protect your investment and prevent future issues.

What shower or tub options work best for aging in place or accessibility needs?

For aging in place and accessibility, we recommend barrier-free shower entries (zero-threshold designs), slip-resistant flooring, grab bars installed with proper blocking, shower seats (built-in or fold-down), handheld shower heads with adjustable height, lever-style controls, thermostatic mixing valves to prevent scalding, wider shower entries for potential wheelchair access, and adequate lighting. For those who prefer bathing, walk-in tubs with sealed doors, built-in seats, and hydrotherapy features offer safe bathing alternatives. We can customize solutions based on specific mobility requirements and future needs.

What factors affect the cost of a shower or tub installation in Calgary?

Several factors influence the overall investment for shower and tub installations in Calgary. These include the type of installation (prefabricated unit vs. custom tile work), the quality and grade of materials selected (standard acrylic vs. premium tile or stone), complexity of plumbing modifications required, additional features (multiple showerheads, body sprays, steam systems), glass enclosure options (standard vs. frameless), any necessary structural modifications to your bathroom, and accessibility features if needed. During our consultation, we’ll discuss these variables and provide a clear, detailed quote based on your specific project requirements and preferences. We believe in transparent pricing with no surprises.