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Free shower remodel cost calculator focused on the wet area: demolition, waterproofing, tile, fixtures, and glass enclosure options with regional labor adjustments—not a full bathroom gut unless you choose full scope.
Last updated: April 19, 2026
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Typical active work duration
4.5 days
Curing, inspections, and lead times for glass can extend the calendar.
Notes
Lower scope
Limited demo
Best when waterproofing and tile are still sound.
Common project
Full wet-area rebuild
Addresses leaks, failed grout, and outdated finishes.
Labor
Slope & drains
Select large footprint and luxury finishes for premium budgets.
Premium line item
Measure after tile
Glass lead times can extend the project calendar.
Cost driver
Open walls & permits
Jackhammering concrete for drain moves adds time and dust control.
Add-ons
Framing & waterproofing
Often bundled into full-gut scope in this calculator.
Waterproofing retile • standard size • mid finish • semi-frameless • valve swap • Midwest:
Materials
$4,553
Labor
$5,370
Fixtures & glass
$1,751
Total
$11,674
The calculator applies base ranges by remodel scope (refresh versus full rebuild), adjusts for shower size and finish level, then adds common line items for glass enclosures and plumbing changes. A regional multiplier adjusts for typical labor markets. The total is split across materials, labor, and combined fixtures or glass for display.
Project ≈ scope base × size × finish + glass + plumbing× region → materials + labor + fixturesVanity, toilet, and flooring outside the shower are not included unless you use a full bathroom remodel tool.
Waterproofing, drainage, and tile layers must work as a system
Tiling the whole bath too? See our bathroom tile installation calculator and bathroom remodel cost calculator.
Get a custom calculator for your platformTotal illustrative estimate: $11,674
Active work: 4.5 days (cure and glass lead times extra)
Minimal waterproofing changes
Often $3,000–$9,000
Luxury finishes + plumbing moves
Often $20,000–$45,000+
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