How Much Does a Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost in Massachusetts? A Real Pricing Guide for New England Homes
For families, caregivers, and anyone planning for safer bathing at home.
If you’re caring for an aging parent, supporting a spouse with mobility challenges, or simply planning ahead for safer bathing at home, a tub-to-shower conversion is often one of the most important upgrades you can make.
But finding honest pricing is frustrating.
Every website says “it depends.”
Few companies give real numbers.
Let’s change that.
This guide is written for families, caregivers, seniors, healthcare professionals, and case managers across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire who want clear, trustworthy answers — not sales talk.
What a Tub-to-Shower Conversion Really Costs in New England
To remove an old bathtub and install a modern, accessible walk-in shower — complete with grab bars, handheld shower, new mixing valve, fold-up padded bench seat, curtain rod, hooks, and a heavy-duty shower curtain — most homeowners spend between $13,500 and $17,000.
Why does the cost vary?
It comes down to one simple factor:
Older New England homes need more work to meet today’s safety standards.
Once we open the walls, anything we expose must be brought up to current code. This protects your family now and makes the home safer long-term.
This may include:
Updating older plumbing
Bringing electrical to today’s standards
Adding or upgrading insulation (the new energy code is strict)
Adjusting framing
Replacing or modifying a window close to the shower (tempered glass may be required)
Repairing hidden rot, moisture damage, or venting issues
None of this is optional — this is what keeps your loved one safe.
And it’s why older homes tend to fall toward the higher end of the pricing range.
What You Get for That Price
Families often choose Accessible Living because they want something solid, safe, and built to last, not a quick cover-up or a flimsy insert.
Your shower system includes:
A reinforced walk-in shower base
Durable, moisture-resistant wall surrounds
A pressure-balanced or thermostatic mixing valve
A handheld shower with an adjustable slide bar
Secure grab bars placed for real-life use
A fold-up padded bench seat for comfort and stability
Shower curtain, rod, and heavy-duty curtain rings
Professional installation by experienced accessibility specialists
An industry-leading 30-year warranty
Caregivers especially appreciate the fold-up bench and handheld shower — it makes assisting a loved one safer and easier.
A Quick Reality Check on Those $8,000–$10,000 Ads
You may see companies online advertising tub-to-shower conversions for $8k–$10k.
In our experience, these prices usually mean:
Low-end materials
Minimal prep
Cutting corners behind the walls
…and those shortcuts tend to show up later as leaks, mold, or safety issues.
We don’t play that game.
If you’re caring for someone you love, you need something dependable — not something that looks good for a year and fails in year two.
How Long Does the Installation Take?
Most projects are completed within a week or less, depending on what we find behind the old tub.
Families appreciate that we work cleanly, protect the surrounding areas, and keep the bathroom usable when possible.
Why Families Choose to Convert a Tub to a Walk-In Shower
A tub-to-shower conversion can dramatically improve safety, confidence, and independence.
Families often tell us they did it because they wanted:
A safer bathing environment
Fewer slip-and-fall risks
The ability for a loved one to remain at home longer
A shower that caregivers can safely assist with
More dignity and independence for the person bathing
Peace of mind
And more than anything, they say:
“We wish we did this sooner.”
Ready for Answers Specific to Your Home?
If you’re caring for a loved one or planning ahead for safer bathing, we’d be honored to help.
You can schedule a free in-home safety evaluation, or if you prefer, simply call us or reach out through the contact form below.
We’ll walk you through what your home needs, what it doesn’t, and what the real numbers look like — with no pressure.
Your home should support the people you love.
We’re here to make that happen.