Professional Shower Installation in Houston

A new shower can change the way you use your bathroom every day. Whether you want to replace a dated shower, turn a rarely used tub into a walk-in shower, or add a separate shower to a primary bathroom, the plumbing behind the walls is what makes the project work for years to come.

Nick's Plumbing & Air Conditioning has provided shower installation in Houston since 1979. Our licensed plumbers handle everything from a simple showerhead upgrade to a complete new shower, including the valve, drain, and water lines, with fully stocked trucks to keep your project moving.

Shower Installation Services We Offer

• Shower replacement - Remove an old, leaking, or outdated shower and install a new one
• Tub-to-shower conversions - Replace a bathtub you rarely use with a roomy walk-in shower
• New shower additions - Add a separate shower during a bathroom remodel or addition
• Prefabricated shower units - Acrylic and fiberglass shower bases and wall kits that install quickly
• Custom tile showers - Plumbing for tiled showers, including the valve, drain, and shower pan connection
• Shower valve and fixture upgrades - New valves, rain showerheads, handheld showers, and body sprays

Barrier-Free and Walk-In Showers

Barrier-free, or curbless, showers are one of the most requested bathroom upgrades, especially for homeowners planning to stay in their homes as they age. With no curb to step over, a curbless shower lowers the risk of trips and falls and works well for wheelchairs and walkers. It also gives the bathroom a clean, open look.

Popular features include:

• Built-in benches - A comfortable place to sit, shave, or rest
• Handheld showerheads - Mounted on a slide bar so they work for every height
• Grab bars - Securely anchored for safety and support
• Linear drains - A long, narrow drain that allows a single slope and a smooth, curbless floor
• Multiple shower heads and body sprays - A spa-like experience at home

Choosing the Right Shower Valve

The valve inside the wall controls water temperature and pressure, so it is one of the most important parts of any shower. We install pressure-balancing and thermostatic valves that help prevent sudden bursts of hot water when someone flushes a toilet or runs the dishwasher. If you want multiple shower heads or body sprays, we will make sure your valve and water lines can supply enough water for all of them, and that your water heater can keep up.

Our Shower Installation Process

1. Consultation - We review your bathroom, your goals, and the shower you have chosen
2. Remove the old shower - We carefully remove the old shower or tub and check for hidden water damage
3. Rough-in plumbing - We install or relocate the drain, valve, and water lines to fit your new layout
4. Install the shower - We set the shower base or connect the drain to your tile installer's shower pan
5. Trim and fixtures - We install the valve trim, showerheads, handheld shower, and other fixtures
6. Test - We test for leaks, proper drainage, water pressure, and temperature control

Why Hire a Licensed Plumber for Your Shower?

A shower involves hot and cold water lines, a drain, and a waterproof base that all must work together. A loose fitting or a drain that is not sealed properly can leak inside the wall or under the floor for months before you notice the damage. Moving a drain or adding a valve may also require a permit. A licensed plumber installs everything to code and tests it before the walls are closed.

Considering a new tub instead? See our bathtub installation service. Need new fixtures only? Our faucet installation team can help. If you have a slow drain, start with clogged tub and shower drain repair.

Shower Installation Cost in Houston

Shower installation at Nick's Plumbing starts at $2,500. This is a floor price. The final cost depends on the shower brand and type, prefabricated or custom tile, whether the drain or valve needs to be moved, the number of shower heads and body sprays, and whether the job includes removing an old tub or shower.

Online prices are a planning guide, not a final quote. We confirm the scope and price before any work begins, and we stand behind our work and the parts we install.

Why Houston Homeowners Trust Nick's Plumbing

• Family owned since 1979 - More than 45 years serving Houston homes
• Licensed and insured - Texas Master Plumber License MPL# 38548
• Background-checked technicians - We email you the names and photos of the technicians coming to your home
• Upfront pricing - You approve the price before we start
• VIP members save - Priority scheduling and 10% off with our VIP maintenance plan

Serving The Heights, Montrose, Memorial, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, and surrounding Houston neighborhoods.

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