If you’re planning to reposition your bathtub or shower, you need to consider several things. You’ll have to think about the plumbing, electrical work, tile work and even a fresh repaint needed for your project. Moving your shower or tub will likely double the plumbing costs needed, and that’s assuming your bathroom has favorable conditions. As a reliable contractor for shower replacement faucets and doors, we want to help you understand why repositioning your shower is not as easy as you think. Here’s what you should consider.
Invest in Wet Walls
A wet wall or a hydro panel is a large panel that fully waterproofs the area around your bathtub or shower. They come in a wide selection of styles and they can be cut to your specific bathroom size. You may need to add this if you’re moving the bath to a new location, since this is where all the plumbing will be. You can have various wet walls in the bathroom, but the fewer you have, the lower the costs will be. We also recommend having them installed by a professional for them to be as effective as they should.
Consider Upgrading Your Bath
Sometimes, instead of repositioning, it’s much easier to invest in a larger bath or shower replacement. If your space allows it, making it bigger is a great way to improve the visuals of the room and to enhance your bathing experience. And since you’ll be doing it in the same place, you won’t have to worry about redoing the plumbing. But if you think you need someone more capable of doing this, we recommend hiring our professional bathroom remodeling services at Impact Home Solutions. You’ll have greater peace of mind once you know that your bathroom remodel is done properly by experts.
Don’t Put Plumbing in External Walls
As you’re planning to move your bath or shower, we don’t recommend putting it next to an external wall. If the plumbing is on the same wall, there’s a big chance that it will freeze or even burst during the cold winter months, which can be a costly problem to fix. You need to plan ahead and ensure that the plumbing is on the inside walls to prevent high repair costs. You should also consult plumbing and remodeling services so you won’t have to worry about unwanted leaks or mistakes later on. We deliver high-impact results without the need of costly plumbing work.
If you’re not sure how to properly plan your plumbing or flooring, or if you need bath and shower replacement doors and faucets installed properly, hire only the most trusted bathroom remodeling company to get the job done right. Call Impact Home Solutions at (502) 641-1023, or contact us online.
