Hello I'm Dan, Hi I'm Joe, and we are the Benard Brothers. With over 15 years of experience in the plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. From complete bathroom remodeling to leaks, clearing drains and everything in between, we will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. We love working for our local communities and are here to help. Give Benard Brothers Plumbing & Contracting a call today. We look forward to working with you!
"Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with & does amazing, detailed work. From start to finish, he worked clean, with great attention to detail. Our new tub with subway tile walls is gorgeous. We are so pleased with Dan & will be using him for future projects in our home. Very highly recommend."
Melissa S on February 2021
Hello I'm Dan, Hi I'm Joe, and we are the Benard Brothers. With over 15 years of experience in the plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. From complete bathroom remodeling to leaks, clearing drains and everything in between, we will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. We love working for our local communities and are here to help. Give Benard Brothers Plumbing & Contracting a call today. We look forward to working with you!
"Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with & does amazing, detailed work. From start to finish, he worked clean, with great attention to detail. Our new tub with subway tile walls is gorgeous. We are so pleased with Dan & will be using him for future projects in our home. Very highly recommend."
Melissa S on February 2021
Home Smart Industries, LLC has a single mission of complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. So, we work with only the highest quality materials, experienced and professional craftsmen. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading companies in our field. Home Smart is your authorized dealer for KOHLER Walk-In Baths, which is a leader in the industry of walk-in senior safety bath tubs. Our team at Home Smart are PROFESSIONALS in the bathroom as we are also a Kohler Luxstone Shower dealer servicing Philadelphia and the surrounding areas that include Bucks County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Chester County, all of New Jersey, and Delaware. Great customer service is the number one priority here at Home Smart so call us today for your FREE in home estimate.
"Excellent customer service that began with the appointment operator and continued through the salesman (Corey) to the installers. The installation was seamless and Nelson and his crew were a pleasure to work with, even taking the time to customize the height placement of my grab bars and shelf. I am so delighted to have a safe shower in which l can now bathe."
Janet K on June 2023
Home Smart Industries, LLC has a single mission of complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. So, we work with only the highest quality materials, experienced and professional craftsmen. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading companies in our field. Home Smart is your authorized dealer for KOHLER Walk-In Baths, which is a leader in the industry of walk-in senior safety bath tubs. Our team at Home Smart are PROFESSIONALS in the bathroom as we are also a Kohler Luxstone Shower dealer servicing Philadelphia and the surrounding areas that include Bucks County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Chester County, all of New Jersey, and Delaware. Great customer service is the number one priority here at Home Smart so call us today for your FREE in home estimate.
"Excellent customer service that began with the appointment operator and continued through the salesman (Corey) to the installers. The installation was seamless and Nelson and his crew were a pleasure to work with, even taking the time to customize the height placement of my grab bars and shelf. I am so delighted to have a safe shower in which l can now bathe."
Janet K on June 2023
Freedom Contracting And Excavating LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and AJ from Freedom Contracting & Excavating did a great job for a reasonable price. I had an idea for an outdoor griddle setup using natural gas instead of propane tanks. I thought it was a long shot but they were able to make it happen. Very courteous and straight forward. They even went above and beyond by helping me with the natural gas conversion on my griddle. I would definitely hire them again and if you need any gas line work done, call Freedom C & E for sure! Thanks again!"
Robert N on November 2022
Freedom Contracting And Excavating LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and AJ from Freedom Contracting & Excavating did a great job for a reasonable price. I had an idea for an outdoor griddle setup using natural gas instead of propane tanks. I thought it was a long shot but they were able to make it happen. Very courteous and straight forward. They even went above and beyond by helping me with the natural gas conversion on my griddle. I would definitely hire them again and if you need any gas line work done, call Freedom C & E for sure! Thanks again!"
Robert N on November 2022
West Shore Home offers a risk-free home improvement experience, so you never have to worry that you are sacrificing on quality, convenience, or expertise. We specialize in window, entry door, shower and bath replacements, including walk-in tubs. We offer fully customizable, limited lifetime-guaranteed solutions installed in as little as one-day. All of our installers are in-house employees, so we can guarantee the quality of the whole project from start to finish. We get it done the way you want - fast, easy, smart and right. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"They did such an amazing job the bathroom is beautiful"
Sydney T on August 2024
West Shore Home offers a risk-free home improvement experience, so you never have to worry that you are sacrificing on quality, convenience, or expertise. We specialize in window, entry door, shower and bath replacements, including walk-in tubs. We offer fully customizable, limited lifetime-guaranteed solutions installed in as little as one-day. All of our installers are in-house employees, so we can guarantee the quality of the whole project from start to finish. We get it done the way you want - fast, easy, smart and right. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"They did such an amazing job the bathroom is beautiful"
Sydney T on August 2024
To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area. Today, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.
"Work was started on time and finished within 3-4 hours."
Janina H on March 2025
To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area. Today, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.
"Work was started on time and finished within 3-4 hours."
Janina H on March 2025
Joyce, America's Factory Direct Home Improvement Company, is Pennsylvania's premier home improvement company. We are family owned and have over 65 years of experience in the window, sunroom and home remodeling industry. Our products are manufactured in Ohio at Joyce Manufacturing. Our headquarters are located at the manufacturing facility headquarters, along with our beautiful showroom and 125,000 Sq Ft manufacturing plant. We provide factory direct pricing, quality workmanship and the service of a family-owned company. Our services include windows, sunrooms, bath & shower remodeling, doors, siding, patio doors and more! At Joyce Factory Direct of PA, we understand that your home is your biggest investment and maintaining and improving it is a good decision. Make a good decision even better by selecting Joyce Factory Direct of PA to improve your home!
"The guys were great but they are very expensive"
Lorri W on July 2024
Joyce, America's Factory Direct Home Improvement Company, is Pennsylvania's premier home improvement company. We are family owned and have over 65 years of experience in the window, sunroom and home remodeling industry. Our products are manufactured in Ohio at Joyce Manufacturing. Our headquarters are located at the manufacturing facility headquarters, along with our beautiful showroom and 125,000 Sq Ft manufacturing plant. We provide factory direct pricing, quality workmanship and the service of a family-owned company. Our services include windows, sunrooms, bath & shower remodeling, doors, siding, patio doors and more! At Joyce Factory Direct of PA, we understand that your home is your biggest investment and maintaining and improving it is a good decision. Make a good decision even better by selecting Joyce Factory Direct of PA to improve your home!
"The guys were great but they are very expensive"
Lorri W on July 2024
Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.
"Project started on January 29th and thought it was completed in two days. looked beautiful. Screws/Nala came through the bedroom wall. Easy fix. Shower kept dropping. Took several Tries and finally a new shower head resolved the problem. One of the biggest problems was a lek that caused a hold to develop in the kitchen ceiling. This fix took a long time because the contractor had other jobs to do before he could complete the fix. We also took the entire month off in March. The repair never got done until Friday the 11th of March. Had to call several times to get the repair done but itv seems good at this time."
John R on April 2025
Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.
"Project started on January 29th and thought it was completed in two days. looked beautiful. Screws/Nala came through the bedroom wall. Easy fix. Shower kept dropping. Took several Tries and finally a new shower head resolved the problem. One of the biggest problems was a lek that caused a hold to develop in the kitchen ceiling. This fix took a long time because the contractor had other jobs to do before he could complete the fix. We also took the entire month off in March. The repair never got done until Friday the 11th of March. Had to call several times to get the repair done but itv seems good at this time."
John R on April 2025
This company was founded on the ethics of providing customers with a great experience from start to finish. Our proven track record and satisfied customers can attest to the value we bring to the table over our competitors.
"I can't recommend bath masters and working with Nick enough. Nick helped us build a whole bathroom FROM SCRATCH. The project involved tearing down a wall and roof, building a dormer, adding plumbing and electricity, and then the bathroom. Nick was the lead between the trades and (almost) everything went according to plan. To begin, he got everyone together and helped us design every small detail and provided guidance every step of the way. Once the design was agreed upon, the dormer construction was done by Jon Pagano (also excellent job). Electricity and plumbing were next. The plumber, Naz, was a pain to work with, but Nick helped navigate the situation pretty well. Once Nick's part of the work started, my man! It was very constant, quick, smooth progress. Everything turned out amazing. See the pictures and judge for yourself. The professionalism, quality and experience of bath masters will be very hard to top. Fully recommended!!"
Jorge S on February 2025
This company was founded on the ethics of providing customers with a great experience from start to finish. Our proven track record and satisfied customers can attest to the value we bring to the table over our competitors.
"I can't recommend bath masters and working with Nick enough. Nick helped us build a whole bathroom FROM SCRATCH. The project involved tearing down a wall and roof, building a dormer, adding plumbing and electricity, and then the bathroom. Nick was the lead between the trades and (almost) everything went according to plan. To begin, he got everyone together and helped us design every small detail and provided guidance every step of the way. Once the design was agreed upon, the dormer construction was done by Jon Pagano (also excellent job). Electricity and plumbing were next. The plumber, Naz, was a pain to work with, but Nick helped navigate the situation pretty well. Once Nick's part of the work started, my man! It was very constant, quick, smooth progress. Everything turned out amazing. See the pictures and judge for yourself. The professionalism, quality and experience of bath masters will be very hard to top. Fully recommended!!"
Jorge S on February 2025
With 49 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your tub and shower needs. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality products to fit their needs, our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every customized job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget and gives you the Bathroom of your dreams! Satisfaction guaranteed! We are a Service & Provider company.
"They were very professional from the sales to the installation. The installer was very friendly and respectful. He did a great job and cleaned up before he left. He put drop cloths down on the carpet before walking on it. He did a great job and was very quick. He even did a little extra reinforcing of the floor before installing the shower. I'm very happy with my new shower."
Cindy B on December 2024
With 49 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your tub and shower needs. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality products to fit their needs, our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every customized job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget and gives you the Bathroom of your dreams! Satisfaction guaranteed! We are a Service & Provider company.
"They were very professional from the sales to the installation. The installer was very friendly and respectful. He did a great job and cleaned up before he left. He put drop cloths down on the carpet before walking on it. He did a great job and was very quick. He even did a little extra reinforcing of the floor before installing the shower. I'm very happy with my new shower."
Cindy B on December 2024
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
Replacing your tub with a shower can modernize your bathroom and improve accessibility, often providing a high return on investment. However, if it's the only bathtub in your home, removing it may decrease resale value, as many buyers look for at least one bathtub. Consider your long-term plans and consult a real estate professional if resale value is a concern.
While showers cost slightly more to install than tubs, the overall expense depends on various factors such as materials, size, and features. A tub installation costs $2,400 to $8,800 on average, whereas showers average $2,000 to $9,400. Custom designs, luxury fixtures, or extensive plumbing work can increase costs for both options. It's important to assess your specific needs and budget when deciding between installing a shower or a tub.
Converting a tub to a shower generally takes between one and three days. The timeline depends on the complexity of the project, materials chosen, and whether plumbing modifications are necessary. Installing a standard prefabricated shower can be completed quickly, while custom tile work or extensive plumbing changes may extend the project's duration. Planning accordingly can help minimize disruptions during the conversion.
Converting a tub to a shower offers several benefits, including saving space and making your bathroom feel more open and modern. Showers improve accessibility, especially for those with mobility challenges, by eliminating the need to step over a high tub wall. Additionally, updating to a stylish shower can enhance your bathroom's aesthetic appeal and may increase your home's resale value if another tub is available elsewhere in the house.
Choosing between a shower stall and a custom shower depends on your budget and preferences. Prefabricated stalls are less expensive and faster to install but offer limited styles. Custom showers allow personalization of size, materials, and features but cost more and require professional installation. Evaluate your needs and budget to select the best option for your space.
If you’re converting a tub to a shower, you may want to consider remodeling your whole bathroom. The ROI on bathroom remodels is high (over 70%), so you can enjoy an upgraded bathroom while you live in your home and get your money back if you decide to sell later. The average cost to remodel a bathroom is around $6,600 to $16,600, so factor in this price range when you’re budgeting for your project.
Converting a tub to a shower alone isn't easy to DIY, so look for a bathroom remodeler near you if you decide to take on a larger bathroom remodel to ensure it's done correctly.