Walk-In Shower Installation in Paramus, NJ

A walk-in shower is a shower with no tub, usually closed in by a fixed glass panel or a partial wall instead of a door or curtain, with a low curb or no curb at all. HomeGuide lists prefab walk-in showers at $1,000 to $8,000 and custom tiled walk-ins at $3,500 to $15,000 nationally, and Bergen County often runs higher.

Walk-in showers are easy to get into, easy to clean and open up a bathroom. We install them for homeowners in Paramus and nearby towns, in hall baths, primary baths and basements.

Replacing a tub? See our tub to shower conversion page. Updating a shower you already have? See shower remodeling. Want a no-step entry for safety? See bathroom safety for seniors. For prices, see our cost guide.

Walk-in shower with dark porcelain tile, a rain shower head and a built-in niche

Prefab Walk-In Showers

A prefab walk-in shower uses a molded base and wall panels made in a factory. It is the simpler and lower cost choice. HomeGuide notes the main materials differ. Fiberglass is the least durable. Acrylic holds up better and is easy to clean. Cultured marble is the most durable and costs the most of the three. The trade off is that prefab units come in standard sizes with a limited set of finishes. If your space fits a standard size and you want a clean, simple look, prefab is a smart way to save.

Bathroom with large gray wall tile, a glass shower and a double vanity

Custom Tiled Walk-In Showers

A tiled walk-in shower is built on site, so it can be almost any size or shape your room allows. You choose the tile, such as ceramic, porcelain, natural stone or glass. You can add a built-in bench, one or more niches and a pattern on the floor or walls. Tile takes more labor than prefab, and higher end materials raise the price. What matters most is what you do not see: a solid base and full waterproofing behind the tile. We walk you through tile choices and give you a clear price for each option.

Bathroom with a freestanding tub, a glass walk-in shower and a floating double vanity

Curbless and Low-Curb Entries

In a curbless shower, the shower floor is level with the bathroom floor, so there is no step at all. That makes it easier to walk in, and it works for walkers and wheelchairs. The floor still has to slope to the drain, so a curbless shower takes more planning and floor work than one with a curb. For a wheelchair friendly layout, the National Association of Home Builders points to at least a 60 inch turning space, as AARP reports. A low curb is a middle option that keeps water in with only a small step.

Bathroom with a marble-tiled shower behind a glass panel and a white vanity

Glass, Fixtures and Finishes

The finish choices are where a walk-in shower starts to feel like yours. A frameless glass panel gives a clean, open look. A rainfall head or dual showerheads add comfort, and a handheld showerhead makes rinsing and cleaning easy. Some homeowners add grab bars, a bench or even a steam unit. HomeGuide lists these comfort and safety features among the things that change the final cost, so we price each one on its own. That way you can see what each choice adds and decide what is worth it to you.

What It Costs

Prefab walk-in shower: $1,000 to $8,000
Tiled walk-in shower: $3,500 to $15,000
Plumbing work: $400 to $2,000
Permits: $150 to $600

These are national figures from HomeGuide. Bergen County often runs higher. See the full cost guide, or call (201) XXX-XXXX for a quote on your shower.

Walk-In Shower FAQ

Q: How much does a walk-in shower cost? HomeGuide lists prefab walk-in showers at $1,000 to $8,000 and tiled walk-ins at $3,500 to $15,000 nationally. Bergen County often runs higher. Size, materials, glass and plumbing changes drive the final price.

Q: What is a curbless shower? A curbless shower has a floor that is level with the rest of the bathroom, so there is no step to get in. It is easier for anyone with limited mobility and works with a walker or wheelchair. The floor is sloped to the drain to keep water in the shower.

Q: Is a prefab or a tiled walk-in shower better? It depends on your space and budget. Prefab costs less and is easier to install, but it comes in set sizes. Tile costs more but fits any size and gives you many more design choices.

Q: Do I need a permit for a walk-in shower in New Jersey? If the work adds a new fixture, replaces piping or adds outlets, it needs a permit under the state code. Swapping a fixture for a similar one with no piping change does not. HomeGuide lists permits at $150 to $600.