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A full shower replacement in West Palm Beach typically runs between $3,000 and $8,500 in 2026. Most standard replacements land around $5,200, though a straightforward swap of shower pan and wall surround can come in closer to $3,000, and a custom tile shower with a glass enclosure pushes the top of that range. These numbers reflect what we’re seeing across the West Palm Beach market this year, from The Cottages of Lake Worth to The Lakeshore Club near the water.
The single biggest variable is what’s behind the existing walls once we open them up. In West Palm Beach, homes built before 1985 often have cast-iron drains or copper supply lines that have spent three-plus decades in humid, salt-adjacent air. That’s a repair cost no brochure price covers, and it’s exactly why our written price gets confirmed only after we’ve opened the wall and documented what’s actually there.
Here’s what you need to know before you call: Shower Replacement in West Palm Beach is one of the most frequently quoted projects on our board, and the price swings less than people expect once the scope is locked. The range above covers a complete tear-out and rebuild, including the rough-in, the drain work, the waterproofing, and the finished surfaces.
Key Takeaways
- Typical West Palm Beach shower replacement: $3,000 to $8,500 (2026 pricing)
- Most homeowners spend between $4,500 and $6,500 for a complete replacement with quality materials
- Shower size, tile vs. acrylic, and hidden plumbing issues drive the price more than any other factors
- A written price from Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach never changes at the door
- Every completed project carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing
Shower Replacement Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what we’re quoting across West Palm Beach right now, line by line. These are real numbers from our estimating table, not national averages that don’t apply to South Florida labor and material costs.
Shower Replacement Cost by Component
- Demolition and disposal of existing shower: $400 to $900. This includes haul-off and the paperwork on permitted debris disposal in Palm Beach County.
- Rough-in plumbing (shower valve, head, drain relocation): $800 to $2,200. If we’re moving the drain or replacing a cast-iron trap, expect the high end.
- Shower pan (acrylic or pre-sloped): $500 to $1,100. A tile-ready pre-sloped pan runs higher than a standard acrylic base.
- Wall substrate and waterproofing (cement board, membrane): $700 to $1,500. In West Palm Beach, we use a full waterproofing system, not green board. Substrate is what sits behind the tile; get this wrong and grout lines start moving within a year.
- Wall surround or tile (standard size shower): $1,000 to $3,500. Acrylic surrounds sit at the low end. Porcelain tile with a ceramic underlayment lands mid-range. Natural stone runs higher.
- Glass enclosure or shower door: $900 to $2,500. A framed bypass door costs less than a frameless heavy-glass panel. West Palm Beach suppliers don’t stock everything, so lead times can move the quote.
- Fixtures (shower head, valve, trim kit): $200 to $900. We install Kohler and Moen among other documented brands. The valve is not the place to save $75.
- Permits and inspection: $150 to $500. Palm Beach County requires a permit when plumbing connections change. We pull it; it’s line-itemed in the written price.
Total range: $3,000 to $8,500. The low end means a concise scope: existing drain stays put, acrylic surround, basic trim. The high end means a custom tile shower with a bench, a niche, a frameless glass wall, and plumbing moved across a floor joist.
What Drives the Price Up or Down
In West Palm Beach specifically, two things move the needle more than anything else. First, the house’s age. Homes in neighborhoods like El Cid, Flamingo Park, and Grandview Heights were built between 1920 and 1955. When we open a 1940s bathroom wall, we usually find galvanized piping, lime-and-sand mortar, and sometimes termite-weakened studs. That’s not a scare tactic. It’s the reality of coastal Florida construction. The good news: we write it down before you spend another dollar.
Second, the shower’s footprint. A 32×32 alcove shower uses roughly 70 square feet of tile and one sheet of cement board. A 48×60 custom shower uses 140-plus square feet and a much larger waterproofing surface. Square footage works on every material line: tile, substrate, grout, sealant, and the labor to install them properly.
Material selection matters, but not as much as the structural work. A $2,500 price difference between acrylic and tile is real, but a rotted floor joist under the shower pan adds $600 to $1,800 wherever you are in West Palm Beach. We quote it honestly and you decide with full information.
What Affects Shower Replacement Pricing in West Palm Beach
- Age and condition of the home. Pre-1985 houses in city neighborhoods and older sections of Riviera Beach have cast-iron or galvanized plumbing. When the shower comes out, the drain trap often comes with it. In El Cid and Old Northwood, we routinely replace the trap and a section of branch line.
- Water damage hiding behind the tile. South Florida’s humidity and seasonal downpours create a specific kind of moisture load. A shower that leaked behind the wall for years may have damaged framing or subfloor called the substrate. The rebuild cost for that is real and we document it with photos so you see the issue firsthand.
- Shower size and curvature. A corner neo-angle shower with a radius glass door costs more per square foot than a simple rectangular alcove. Every angled cut, every specialty glass panel, every step-out dimension adds labor.
- Permit requirements in Palm Beach County. Moving the drain or changing the shower valve triggers a plumbing permit in West Palm Beach and unincorporated county areas. It’s a line item. We handle the paperwork, the inspector’s visit, and the pickup of the final sign-off.
- Ventilation and humidity control. Older West Palm Beach bathrooms often lack proper exhaust. If the shower replacement includes moving or adding ventilation, that’s $300 to $1,200 and it protects the new tile and grout from mold.
- Second-floor installation and access. Stairwells in older West Palm Beach homes run narrow. Hauling a pre-sloped pan or a 200-pound glass panel up a tight staircase adds labor cost and sometimes changes the materials you should choose.
How to Save on Shower Replacement
Saving on a shower replacement doesn’t mean chasing the cheapest bid. It means making decisions that reduce scope without reducing the life of the work. Here’s what we tell homeowners in West Palm Beach who want to control cost without cutting corners.
Keep the plumbing where it is
Moving a drain or water supply line is the single most expensive change in a shower replacement. If the current shower layout works for you, leave the rough-in alone. The word rough-in refers to the pipes behind the wall before finishes go on. If the pipes are in the right place, you save $1,000 or more.
Choose an acrylic surround for practical bathrooms
An acrylic surround installs in one piece, needs no grout, and costs about half of tile on a standard alcove shower. In guest bathrooms and kid bathrooms around West Palm Beach, it’s a smart call. Save the custom tile for the primary bath.
Standardize the size
A 60-inch alcove shower fits standard glass doors off the shelf. Go 54 inches or 58 inches and the door becomes a custom order with a custom price. Material and glass costs rise quickly outside standard dimensions.
Work with what’s structurally sound
Do not, under any circumstance, pay a contractor to tile over a soft wall or a rotted subfloor. But if the underlying structure is solid, don’t re-frame a wall that doesn’t need it. We measure moisture and inspect before we write the scope, and that inspection is part of the free estimate.
Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach gives every homeowner a written price before any work starts. That’s not a promotion. That’s how we operate. Estimates are free. Call (728) 203-9809 and we’ll send someone to measure, inspect, and hand you a number in writing. That number does not move unless you change the scope.
What the 365-Day Done Right Promise Covers
Every shower replacement we complete in West Palm Beach carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. It means this: if the work fails within one year of completion, Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach returns and corrects it at no charge. No deductibles, no exclusions buried in fine print, no phone tag. A written guarantee, in your hand, as part of the project close.
This is The Garrison Standard, and it’s the framework behind every quote, every project, and every promise. Home to West Palm Beach homeowners, The Garrison Standard is simple: write the price down before work begins, hold every crew to background-checked standards, and guarantee the work for a full year after completion. No other promise in remodeling carries more weight than that.
Curtis Lane, who leads Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach, put it plainly: “The Garrison Code says we don’t leave a job until the site is clean, the scope is documented, and the homeowner has the guarantee in writing. That’s what squared away looks like.”
FAQs – Shower Replacement Cost
How much does a shower replacement cost in West Palm Beach in 2026?
A full shower replacement in West Palm Beach costs $3,000 to $8,500 in 2026, with most projects landing between $4,500 and $6,500. The total depends on shower size, whether you choose tile or acrylic, and the condition of the plumbing behind the wall. Call (728) 203-9809 for a free in-home estimate with a written price.
Is it cheaper to replace a shower or a bathtub?
In West Palm Beach, a tub-to-shower conversion runs $3,500 to $10,000, similar to a full shower replacement at $3,000 to $8,500. The cheaper option depends on the condition of the existing plumbing and whether you’re changing drain locations. We quote both in writing so you can compare real numbers side by side.
How long does a shower replacement take in West Palm Beach?
A standard alcove shower replacement takes 5 to 8 working days from demolition to final inspection. A custom tile shower with a glass enclosure takes 10 to 14 days. Permit inspection scheduling adds a day or two in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, and we handle that coordinator work for you.
What’s the difference between a shower replacement and a shower remodel?
A shower replacement means removing the existing shower and installing a new one in the same footprint, typically $3,000 to $8,500. A shower remodel changes the layout, moves the plumbing, or expands the footprint, and runs $4,500 to $12,000 in West Palm Beach depending on structural work. The line between them is the plumbing: if the drain moves, it’s a remodel.
Can you fix water damage behind a shower wall during replacement?
Yes, and in West Palm Beach’s humid climate, water damage is a common discovery once the walls come open. Repairing damaged studs or subfloor typically adds $600 to $1,800 to the project. We document the damage with photos, give you a written price for the repair, and hold to the number.
Do you have to pull a permit for a shower replacement in West Palm Beach?
When plumbing connections change, West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County require a plumbing permit, typically $150 to $500. Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach pulls the permit, manages the inspection, and line-items the fee in your written price. No surprise permits at the end.
Have a question we didn’t cover? Call (728) 203-9809 and ask. A live person answers the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Pricing reflects the West Palm Beach market as of 2026. Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach offers free estimates – call (728) 203-9809.
Written by Curtis Lane, Owner at Bradford Remodeling Co West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach since 2004.
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