Shower Installation Gainesville, FL
Your shower plays an essential role in your daily life. So what do you do when it stops working? Call Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing for shower installation in Gainesville, FL.
Gainesville, FL Shower Installation versus Repairs
Sometimes, when your shower stops working, it can be fixed with a minor repair, but other times, it might be something more substantial, or you may simply prefer to invest in an upgraded unit. At your appointment, we can diagnose the source of any problems you might be having and advise you as to whether a shower repair or shower installation is best.
We never recommend services you don’t need.
Each member of our team is highly qualified and undergoes background checks, regular drug tests, and ongoing education to ensure that they remain compliant with all state and local building codes. This expertise can be applied to installations on:
- Hot tubs
- Whirlpool tubs
- Standard bathtubs
- Stand-alone showers
- Corner showers
Before starting any project, we will review any upgraded plumbing you might require and provide honest, straightforward pricing for the time and labor. After your new shower is installed, we will remove the old one for you.
When to Invest in Shower Installation in Gainesville, FL
If your shower is not working as it should, is getting a bit older, or you are remodeling, it might be time to consider investing in a new one. But when is the right time to consider shower installation services for something new?
#1: Repair Costs
One reason you might want to consider calling our local plumbers in Gainesville, FL, for shower installation is that your current shower is broken, and the costs of repairs keep adding up.
If you are calling our licensed plumbers on a regular basis, or the estimated costs for your repairs are 50% or more of what a new shower would cost, it is time to consider a replacement.
#2: Your Shower is Old
You might need a replacement if your shower is more than ten to fifteen years old. If you bought a new house in Gainesville, you might not know how old the shower is, but you can tell it is faded, the fiberglass makes sounds when you press against it, or the design is out of fashion.
You can contact Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing to schedule your new shower installation.
#3: Health Issues
Along the same lines, there might be times when an older shower is no longer worth repairing, particularly if there are health reasons.
Gainesville is not immune to the high humidity and moisture levels so common in Florida. If you have signs of mold, their visibility indicates a much larger problem. After immediate mold remediation, we can help you install a new shower.
#4: Remodeling
If you are remodeling your bathroom, you don’t want to put your old shower back in place when everything else around it is nice and new. Instead, we can help you pick a replacement option that better fits your newly remodeled space.
Call The Punctual Plumbers if you are remodeling, and we can schedule your Gainesville, FL, shower installation.
Shower Types for Gainesville, FL
There are several modern designs available today for different showers from things that have a combination bathtub at the bottom to stand up or walk in showers, fit for an extended wall or a corner, depending on your space.
When you contact Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing for Gainesville, FL shower installation, we can help you decide which material and design are best for your space and budget.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass showers are the most common, usually what you find in a Gainesville home with a bathtub at the bottom. These are the most cost-effective showers our local plumbers can install.
We recommend that these be replaced every decade or so, depending on their usage.
Acrylic
Acrylic showers have a similar look to fiberglass showers. A kit often includes a tub and shower with shower walls. These are a bit more expensive, depending on the features you choose. You can also upgrade your shower to an acrylic walk-in without the bathtub at the bottom and with benches or seats built in.
We recommend that these be replaced every fifteen to twenty years, depending on your maintenance.
Tile
Tile showers require significantly more work because the tile has to be installed by hand. That said, our licensed Gainesville, FL, plumbers bring years of experience and skill to each shower installation, including tile.
We can help you decide which tile works best, how you want the pattern to be laid out geometrically, whether you want it to run along the walls and the floor, or whether you prefer a combination such as tile walls with an acrylic base.
We recommend regular maintenance every few years to reseal and regrout your tile. This can help significantly extend the lifespan of your shower installation in Gainesville, FL.
Stone/Marble
Stone and marble are the most expensive options, and they require significantly more maintenance compared to fiberglass or acrylic. Stone and marble are more porous, which means they are likely to absorb water and soap and will need annual maintenance.
Shower Installation FAQs
The shower installation cost varies greatly depending on whether you want a custom shower or are using a kit shower. Before starting any project, we will walk you through the expected costs for labor and materials based on your needs.
The timeline for a Gainesville, FL, shower installation varies greatly based on the complexity of the job. If, for example, you are replacing your current tub shower with a similar model, it may take a few days, but if you are replacing your tub and upgrading to a walk-in shower or another model, it might take a few days longer.
We always provide an up-to-date timeline before starting a project based on your needs and keep you updated as progress continues.
The lifespan of a new shower depends on how well you maintain it and what type of material is used. Fiberglass showers are known for being cost-effective, but they typically need replacing every 15 years, whereas acrylic showers might last 20 years. Marble, stone, and even tile showers can last a lifetime.
Once you have a new shower installed, we can review how to maintain it and help you schedule your maintenance appointments.
Our team of expert plumbers can handle any level of shower installation in Gainesville, FL. If you have a traditional shower tub and want to upgrade to something else, like a walk-in shower, we can help!
Call our team to discuss the costs based on your project needs.