Why Raleigh Homeowners Are Replacing Tubs with Walk-In Showers in 2026
Bathtub removal is the fastest-growing bathroom project in the Triangle — and the ROI math is changing. Here's what we're seeing across Raleigh-Durham homes right now.
The Triangle's most transparent tub-to-walk-in conversion. Four tiers from $5,800. Tub demolition, haul-away, and new walk-in shower installed in 2–6 days. Price locked in writing before we touch a single wall.
Tub-to-walk-in conversions are done for very different reasons. The right tier depends on your situation — not just your budget. Find yours below.
The kids are gone. The giant bathtub you never use takes up half your bathroom. It's also a step-over hazard you think about every morning.
A walk-in shower is the single most impactful upgrade you can make to a primary bath. More floor space. Better lighting. No slipping over a tub rim. A shower that actually fits your life.
We size the walk-in to your exact alcove, pick the wall system and fixtures together at the free visit, and your new shower is functional within the week.
Raleigh buyers in 2026 want walk-in showers. Not bathtubs.
Listings with updated walk-in showers spend fewer days on market and sell closer to ask. The Composite Stone conversion at $7,800 typically delivers listing photos that read custom renovation — at a fraction of the tile timeline and cost.
Done in 3 days. Listed the following week. Scope locked. Price locked. No surprises.
A curbless walk-in with grab bars isn't just about safety — it's about keeping your independence in your own home.
The Walk-In Sanctuary tier is designed for exactly this. Zero-threshold entry. Grab bars mounted to solid blocking, not drywall. Fold-down seat. Handheld on a slide bar. Every detail configured to your height and reach at the free visit.
This is the most meaningful project we do. The families that call us after a fall or surgery wish they had done it sooner.
Each tier includes tub removal and haul-away. What changes is the wall system, glass, and accessibility features. All prices are locked in writing at your free in-home visit.
Triangle NC market data, 2026. We install all of these systems — so we have every reason to be honest about when each one makes sense.
*National chains install faster but at significantly higher starting prices. All Showerly projects carry Price Lock Guarantee™.
Every photo below is from an actual Showerly conversion in the Raleigh-Durham Triangle. No stock images. No renders.






We publish our material specifications so you know exactly what is going into your home before you sign anything. No surprises on demo day.
This is the complete conversion process — documented so you know exactly what happens in your home, in what order, and why each step matters.
Factory-engineered wall panels have one major advantage over tile: they are designed specifically for wet environments from the start. No grout. No seams that fail. No callbacks.
Bathtub removal is the fastest-growing bathroom project in the Triangle — and the ROI math is changing. Here's what we're seeing across Raleigh-Durham homes right now.
Three wall systems at three price points — we install all of them. Here's the honest breakdown of what each looks like, how long it lasts, and when each makes sense.
Frameless glass is beautiful but has trade-offs. Open walk-in showers are trending but have their own requirements. We compare both so you can make the right call.
We visit your home, measure the alcove, and hand you a written locked price in 30 minutes. Choose your tier, finish, and threshold style on the spot. Most conversions complete within one week of booking.
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