If you are thinking about replacing your old tub or tired fiberglass shower with a custom tile shower, the first question is always the same: what is this going to cost, and how long will my bathroom be torn up? Here is the straight answer for Evansville, Indiana.
THE SHORT ANSWER
A custom tile shower from River City Flooring Pros typically costs $7,000–$8,000 and takes about one week to build, start to finish. That is the full job — tear-out of the old shower, waterproofing, tile, grout, glass, and fixtures — built to last for decades, not a quick cover-up that looks good for a year and then starts leaking.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THAT PRICE
When we quote a custom tile shower, the price covers the whole job, not just the tile you see:
- Tear-out and haul-away. Your old tub or shower comes out, and the mess leaves with us.
- Waterproofing. A continuous waterproof membrane across the floor and up the walls, with sealed seams and corners. This is the part you never see — and the part that decides whether your shower lasts five years or twenty-five.
- Tile and grout. Wall tile, shower floor tile, and grout, installed with level lines and tight, even joints.
- Shower pan and drain. A properly sloped base so water runs to the drain and never pools in a corner.
- Fixtures. Shower valve, showerhead, and trim, installed and tested.
- Glass. A fixed glass panel or door, fitted to your shower once the tile is in.
- Cleanup. We leave your bathroom clean. A remodel should not feel like a construction site when we are done.
WHAT MOVES THE PRICE UP OR DOWN
Most custom tile showers land in that $7,000–$8,000 range, but a few choices can move the number:
- Size. A standard 36-by-48-inch shower costs less than a large walk-in. More square feet means more tile, more waterproofing, and more labor.
- Tile choice. Porcelain and ceramic tile are the workhorses — durable, easy to clean, and fairly priced. Natural stone like marble looks beautiful but costs more per square foot and needs regular sealing. Large-format tile can save on grout lines but takes more skill to set flat.
- Niches and benches. A built-in niche for shampoo and a tiled bench are the two most popular upgrades. They add a modest amount to the price and a lot to how the shower feels every day.
- Curb-less entry. A zero-entry shower with no step to climb over takes careful floor work so water drains perfectly. It costs a little more and is worth it if you are remodeling for the long term.
- Fixtures. A standard showerhead and valve keep the price where it is. A rainfall head, a handheld sprayer, or a second showerhead adds cost — and comfort.
- What we find behind the walls. Old showers sometimes hide rotted studs or a damaged subfloor. We cannot see it until the old shower comes out. If we find damage, we fix it properly and tell you what it costs before we do the work. No surprises.
THE ONE-WEEK TIMELINE
Here is what a typical week looks like:
- Day 1: Tear-out. The old shower comes out. We inspect the framing and subfloor underneath.
- Days 2–3: Waterproofing and prep. The shower pan is built and sloped, the membrane goes on, and everything is sealed and tested.
- Days 4–5: Tile. Wall tile and floor tile go in, then cure.
- Day 6: Grout and fixtures. Grout goes in, fixtures are installed, and everything is tested.
- Day 7: Glass and finish. The glass panel or door is fitted, caulk and sealant go on, and we clean up.
You are without that one shower for about a week. If you have a second bathroom, life goes on as normal. If you do not, we will talk through the timing before we start so you can plan around it.
WHY A CUSTOM TILE SHOWER IS WORTH IT
A fiberglass shower is a box. A custom tile shower is built for your bathroom, your height, your habits, and your taste. The tile you pick, the niche where it goes, the bench if you want one — it is yours, not a factory mold.
It also adds real value to your home. A well-built tile shower is one of the first things buyers notice in a bathroom, and one of the things that makes a house feel cared for.
And unlike a cheap remodel, a properly waterproofed tile shower does not come back to haunt you. No leaks into the ceiling below. No mold behind the wall. No redo in five years.
GET A FREE ESTIMATE
Every bathroom is different, so the best way to know your exact price is a free in-home estimate. We measure your space, talk through tile and layout options, and give you a firm number — no pressure, no obligation.
Call River City Flooring Pros at (812) 454-1631 to schedule your free estimate for a custom tile shower in Evansville, IN. One week, $7,000–$8,000, and a shower you will love every morning.
