Replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower is one of the most common ways to make a bathroom easier to use. But the cost depends heavily on what’s already behind your bathroom walls.
How Much Does a Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost in Moncton?
There isn’t one reliable flat price. Current 2026 estimates put many complete bathroom renovations in Moncton in roughly the $6,000–$15,000 range, while smaller bathroom updates can start lower and highly customized projects can cost considerably more. A tub-to-shower conversion may be only one portion of that work.
The biggest factors include plumbing changes, the condition behind the existing tub, waterproofing, the shower base or tile selection, glass, fixtures, wall and floor repairs, and whether the shower will be curbless.
Keeping the new shower in approximately the same location as the existing tub can often reduce the amount of plumbing and structural work required.
What Happens During the Conversion?
Typically, the existing tub and surrounding materials are removed first. That gives the contractor an opportunity to inspect the plumbing, framing and subfloor before the new shower system is installed.
Waterproofing is an especially important part of the project because most of it will never be visible once the shower is finished.
Get a Price for Your Bathroom, Not Someone Else’s
Two bathrooms that look almost identical can require very different work. The best way to budget is to have the existing bathroom assessed and receive a quote based on its actual construction, your preferred finishes and how accessible you want the finished shower to be.