Shower Installation in Denver, CO
A new shower has to fit the space, the drain, and the water supply, and it has to be set so the valve holds temperature and the enclosure stays dry. We fit the shower to the bathroom you have.
Service overview
Valve, drain, and enclosure before the shower goes in
Shower installation in Denver means fitting a new shower where an old one has failed or where a bathroom is being remodelled, and the work starts with the space and the drain. The drain position, the valve location, and the water supply decide which showers will work, and a shower bought without checking those often does not fit at all. The valve matters most: a pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve is what keeps the temperature steady when another fixture opens, and it has to be set at the right height and depth in the wall. The enclosure and the waterproofing behind it matter just as much, because a shower that leaks at the base will damage the floor and the wall behind it.
! Problems we solve
Will it fit this bathroom
Drain position, valve location, and space in the enclosure decide which showers work. We measure before the shower is chosen, not after it is bought.
Which valve, and why it matters
The valve is what holds a shower's temperature steady: a pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve keeps the mix stable when another fixture opens, and we talk through the options before the wall is opened.
Drain and waterproofing
The drain has to run clear and the enclosure has to stay dry. We check the drain and the sealing before the shower goes in, not after it leaks.
Scope of work
What a shower installation includes
A shower installation runs in a set order: measure the space, check the valve and the drain, fit the shower, then test temperature and drainage. Here is what it covers.
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Measuring and selection
The space, the drain position and the valve location are measured first, so the shower you have chosen is confirmed to fit the bathroom before any work starts.
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Valve and supply work
The new valve is set at the right height and depth, connected to the supplies, and checked so it holds temperature when other fixtures open.
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Drain and enclosure fitting
The drain is checked and connected, the shower base or pan is set level, and the enclosure is fitted and sealed so water stays inside the shower.
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Testing and adjustment
We run the shower hot and cold, check every connection for leaks, and set the temperature limit so the shower runs at a comfortable, steady temperature.
What we check behind the wall before we start
Behind the wall of an older shower, the valve may be corroded, the supplies may be galvanized or copper that has seen better days, and the framing may have suffered from years of slow leaks. We check those before the new shower goes in, because a new valve on a failed supply is a repair waiting to happen.
Call (720) 599-7253Tools and methods we use
Valve setting tools
Sets the new valve at the right height and depth in the wall so the trim fits and the temperature control works as designed.
Drain and level tools
Confirms the drain position and that the base or pan sits level, so water runs to the drain instead of pooling at the edges.
Pressure testing
Runs the shower with other fixtures open to confirm the valve holds temperature under real household use.
Sealing and leak testing
Checks every connection and seal after the install, hot and cold, so no joint is left untested.
Local execution
Shower installs in Denver run into the city's bathroom mix. In Highland and Berkeley, remodelled bungalows often replace a tub-shower combination with a walk-in shower, and the drain position and valve location have to be replanned around the old layout. In Washington Park and Cherry Creek, larger bathrooms with stone and tile need careful sealing, because a leak at the base will damage expensive finishes. Denver Water reports hardness of about 89–105 mg/L (5.2–6.1 gpg), so we also talk about showerheads and finishes that stand up to mineral deposits.
What Denver bathrooms ask of a new shower
What to tell us when you call
New shower to fit? Call to discuss it
What to do while you plan
Measure the space and the drain before the shower is chosen: the valve position and the drain location decide what fits, and a shower bought without them often needs the wall opened twice. Call (720) 599-7253, describe the shower and the bathroom, and we will confirm availability when you call. If the old shower is leaking through a ceiling below, shut it off and avoid using it until we have seen it.
What to expect from your shower installation
Call and describe the job
Call (720) 599-7253 with the shower chosen and the bathroom described: the drain, the valve and the walls are what decide the scope, and we ask about all three.
Measuring and valve check
We measure the space and drain position, confirm the shower fits, and check the supplies and the wall behind the old shower before any work starts.
Fitting and testing
The valve is set, the base and enclosure are fitted and sealed, and the shower is run hot and cold with other fixtures open to confirm the temperature holds.
What shapes the cost of shower installation in Denver
No price is published for a shower installation: the shower, the valve and the state of the wall and drain behind it set the scope. Call and describe the shower, and we will talk through what decides the price before agreeing to anything.
Shower and valve type
A basic shower head swap and a full valve and enclosure install are different jobs, and the valve type sets much of the scope.
Bathroom layout
Replacing a tub-shower combination with a walk-in shower involves more work than swapping a shower in place, and the layout decides the scope.
Wall and drain condition
Sound framing and a clear drain keep the job simple. A corroded valve, damaged framing, or a blocked drain adds work before the new shower can go in.
Before any work starts
Frequently asked questions
What kind of shower valve should I choose?
Temperature swings when another fixture opens usually mean the valve, not the heater: a pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve holds the temperature steady, and we talk through the options for your bathroom before the wall is opened.
Can a tub-shower combination become a walk-in shower?
Often, yes, but the drain position and valve location have to be replanned around the old layout. We measure the space and check the drain before advising on what is possible.
Does a new shower need a permit in Denver?
Swapping a shower for one in the same spot, with the drain and valve where they are, is generally exempt from a permit under the Denver Building Code. Moving the drain or the valve can trigger one, and we will tell you if the job you have in mind crosses that line.
How do I stop my shower leaking at the base?
At the base of a shower, the water usually comes from the pan, the drain connection or a failed seal. Each has its own fix, so the source is found before we advise on the repair.
New shower for your Denver home? Call us
Call (720) 599-7253 with the shower and bathroom in mind. Availability is confirmed when you call, and the drain and valve positions are checked before any work starts.