Walk-in shower conversions in West Allis are about staying in your bungalow or Cape Cod through retirement. Most West Allis walk-in clients are 60-85, have lived in the home 25-45+ years, and don’t want to move just because stepping over a tub edge has become risky. Most projects $9k-$14k.
We’ve done 90+ walk-in conversions in West Allis. The challenge: doing it in tiny bungalow hall baths (35-45 sq ft) with original 1920s-1950s plumbing, and making it look beautiful instead of medical.
West Allis Walk-In Conversion Specifics
- Tight bathrooms — many West Allis bungalow hall baths are 35-45 sq ft. We optimize layout to fit a proper walk-in shower without making the room feel cramped.
- 1920s-1950s plumbing — we replace galvanized supply lines and old drain stacks during the conversion. Adds $1.5k-$2.5k but eliminates surprise leaks for 20+ years.
- Period-friendly finishes — brushed nickel grab bars, hex marble floor, subway shower walls. Looks like decor, not a hospital.
- Pocket doors — common solution for compact West Allis hall baths to save swing space.
What’s Included
- Full tub and tile demolition
- Plumbing reconfiguration (drain relocation, valve swap)
- Subfloor repair and Schluter waterproofing
- Low-threshold (3-4 inch) entry — or curbless if subfloor allows
- Anti-slip marble or porcelain hex floor
- Period-friendly subway wall tile
- ADA-positioned brushed nickel grab bars
- Fold-down teak shower bench
- Handheld showerhead on adjustable slide bar
- Frameless glass panel or door
- Lever-style faucet (arthritis-friendly)
West Allis Walk-In Pricing
Timeline
- Standard conversion: 7-9 days
- Premium tiled: 8-12 days
- Curbless: 10-14 days
If this is your only bathroom, plan to stay elsewhere for 4-5 days during demo and rough-in. About 25% of West Allis homes have 1 bath.
Resale Impact
West Allis walk-in showers typically recoup 75-95% at resale. Buyers in the $200k-$280k range increasingly expect accessibility-ready primary baths. Walk-in conversion expands your buyer pool.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a walk-in shower conversion cost in West Allis?
Standard conversion: $9k-$11.5k. Premium tiled (most popular): $11.5k-$15k. Curbless / roll-in: $15k-$19k.
Will a walk-in fit in my compact bungalow bathroom?
Yes — we’ve designed walk-ins for 32 sq ft bathrooms. Pocket doors save swing space. Curbless layouts maximize usable floor area.
Are your walk-in conversions ADA-compliant?
Yes — our lead designer is CAPS-certified. Grab bar placement, threshold heights, fixture clearances all follow ADA spec while looking like decor.
How long does the conversion take?
Standard: 7-9 days. Premium tiled: 8-12 days. Curbless: 10-14 days. Older homes can add 1-2 days for plumbing modernization.
Will I lose my only tub?
Only if your home only has one bathroom. About 25% of West Allis homes have 1 bath. We discuss resale and lifestyle implications first.
Can you do curbless in older West Allis homes?
Most homes yes — bungalows and Cape Cods often have first-floor baths over crawl space. We assess on day one of consultation.
Does insurance cover the conversion?
Generally no — not covered by Medicare or standard homeowner insurance. Some long-term care insurance policies cover accessibility modifications.
What grab bars do you use?
Brushed nickel from Moen, Delta, Hansgrohe that look like decor. Same 250 lb support as institutional bars. Properly anchored into reinforced framing.
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