Shower replacement in Mequon is the high-end version of this service. We rip out the dated 1990s/2000s shower and install premium walk-in tile with frameless glass, often using natural stone or designer porcelain. Most Mequon shower replacements run $13k-$25k. Custom designer builds with book-matched marble or specialty fixtures push $25k-$40k+.
We’ve completed 60+ Mequon shower replacements. The bones in newer Mequon estates make this project clean — modern plumbing, square framing, generous footprints. Material selection is where the projects diverge from suburban averages.
Mequon Shower Replacement Patterns
- Premium tile + frameless glass — the Mequon default. Large-format porcelain or natural stone, full glass enclosure (not half panel), brass or matte black fixtures.
- Book-matched marble walls — for designer custom builds. Two slabs cut and installed so veining mirrors. Striking aesthetic.
- Curbless designer showers — very popular in Mequon. Linear drain, large-format porcelain or marble, looks high-end + accessible.
- Multi-head shower systems — rainfall + handheld + body sprays. Requires upgraded valve and supply lines.
Mequon Shower Replacement Pricing
Timeline
- Day 1: Demo, plumbing prep
- Day 2: Plumbing rough-in, electrical for niche LEDs/steam
- Day 3: Schluter Kerdi waterproofing, inspection
- Day 4-6: Tile or stone slab install
- Day 7: Grouting, fixture install
- Day 8: Glass measurement (custom glass installs 7-14 days later)
Designer custom builds with book-matched stone add 2-4 weeks for slab fabrication. Standard tile timelines stay tight.
Why Curbless Showers Work in Mequon
Mequon’s larger footprint primary suites are ideal for curbless showers. Most homes have crawl spaces or first-floor primary suites making subfloor pitch achievable. Linear drain replaces center drain. Aesthetic reads designer-luxury, not accessibility-medical — though the future-proofing for aging-in-place is a bonus.
What’s Included
Demo and disposal, plumbing rough-in (with upgrade to multi-head capable valve when specified), Schluter Kerdi waterproofing, mortar bed or modern foam pan, all tile or stone install, grouting, fixture install, glass coordination. City of Mequon plumbing permit ($150-$280) handled by us, never marked up. 5-year warranty on workmanship.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does shower replacement cost in Mequon?
Standard tile + glass: $11k-$15k. Premium custom (most common): $15k-$25k. Designer custom with book-matched stone or specialty fixtures: $25k-$40k+. Pricing reflects Mequon home values and material expectations.
Do you do book-matched marble shower walls?
Yes — we coordinate with stone yards for slab selection. Book-matched requires two consecutive slabs from the same block. Lead time 4-8 weeks. Adds significant cost but creates a striking designer feature.
Can you do multi-head shower systems?
Yes — rainfall + handheld is standard. Body sprays add 4-6 nozzles requiring upgraded valve and 3/4 inch supply lines. Steam systems require additional electrical and ventilation. We design as part of consultation.
How long does Mequon shower replacement take?
Standard tile + glass: 5-8 days on site. Premium custom: 7-12 days. Designer custom with book-matched stone: 3-5 weeks given slab fabrication lead times.
Do you do curbless showers?
Yes — very popular in Mequon. Most primary suites have first-floor or crawl space access making subfloor pitch achievable. Linear drain. Adds $3k-$6k for subfloor work but reads as designer feature.
What designer fixture brands do you install?
We install Hansgrohe, Brizo, Kohler, Moen, Delta, Grohe regularly. We can source specialty European brands (Dornbracht, Vola, etc.) on request — lead times 8-14 weeks.
Do you handle Mequon permits?
Yes — we pull plumbing permits ($150-$280) through City of Mequon Building Department. Approvals 5-10 business days. Permits never marked up.
What’s your shower warranty?
5 years on workmanship: tile, grout, plumbing connections, fixture installation, waterproofing membrane. Designer fixtures often have lifetime manufacturer warranties. Natural stone resealing every 2-3 years.
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