Swapping the fixture means moving the plumbing
A shower pan and a garden tub don't share a footprint or a drain location, so converting usually means relocating supply and drain lines, not just picking a new door. Getting the new slope right at the drain matters more than the glass finish on top.
Build a complete scope
- Existing conditions and likely cause
- Preparation and protection
- Materials, compatibility, and installation details
- Permits, testing, cleanup, and restoration
- Exclusions, warranty terms, and change-order process
Cary context
Cary is dominated by planned neighborhoods, late-twentieth-century homes, premium renovations, and continuing infill on Piedmont clay. In many primary-suite bathrooms here, the original builder tub is the largest single fixture in the room and the one most homeowners are ready to give up.