There are a few things to consider before doing a shower tub combo replacement. After all, this is a big home improvement project and it will cost a substantial sum to make the change. If your bathroom is out-of-date or the existing fixture is in a state of disrepair, then a shower tub combo replacement is generally a good idea. This is particularly true if it's leaking, the caulking is worn, and the controls are going bad. Just like when it's time to junk a water heater, you should be willing to make the change.
Things to Consider before doing a Shower Tub Combo Replacement
Also like many other home improvement projects, this will take a whole lot of elbow grease and it requires a significant amount of skill over others. So, if you aren't confident in your do-it-yourself skills, and familiar with plumbing as well as carpentry, this probably isn't for you to do on your own. Hire an experienced, licensed professional contractor to save time, effort, money, and frustration, instead.
Ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles are the material of choice in bathrooms given their nonporous nature and durability under long-term water and moisture saturation. Installing them from scratch is always the best option, but if you are faced with a remodel project where you want to take out an old shower and bath combo to replace it with tile, there are a few things to keep in mind to get the most out of your investment and ensure that the installation lasts for years to come. --San Francisco Gate
Understand, that unlike removing a textured ceiling, this is going to take some serious skill. While it might seem there's nothing more to it than a bit of demolition, followed by a simple step-by-step installation, nothing could be further from the truth. First, you'll have to check with your municipality to see if you need one or more permits. In addition, you'll have to devise a plan for how to get through your daily routine without the shower tub combo. Moreover, you'll have the following things to consider before doing a shower tub combo replacement:
- Space and size. You'll have to take measurements to ensure the replacement will fit into the space. Measure the width, height, and depth, to know how much room there is to fill. If the replacement is a bit smaller, you'll have to fill the gaps and if it's larger, that's going to add to the cost and time.
- Water use. There are many types of shower tub combo fixtures and each has its own features. You should consider what type of use you'd like most. For instance, a rain shower or jets, or other type of delivery fixture.
- The divider. The most common types of dividers are shower curtains and doors. Some doors slide, others swing, and there are still other options. Think about what you like most and compare the costs. Of course, a shower curtain is going to be less expensive than doors.
- Safety. It's a good idea to install safety grip strips and/or other traction and stabilization features, like hand grips and rails. These are especially necessary if there are elderly people who will use the shower tub combo.
- Resale value. One of the reasons homeowners do improvements is to get a return-on-investment. Even if you aren't considering selling now, you could well do so in the future. So, think about how popular or unpopular your choices are with other homeowners.
If you are planning a home improvement project, be sure to phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services to schedule construction and remodeling debris removal. We can help you keep your project on-track.