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A full shower replacement in San Antonio typically costs $3,000 to $8,500, with most homeowners spending around $5,200 for a standard 60-inch alcove shower with mid-range tile and fixtures. The final price depends on the size of your shower, the materials you choose, and whether you’re doing a straightforward swap or changing the footprint entirely.
These numbers are for complete tear-out and replacement, not a simple reglaze or liner. If your shower pan is cracked, your tile is failing, or you’re dealing with persistent leaks behind the walls, you’re looking at full replacement territory. Call (254) 269-5071 to get a written price for your specific shower.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling Co San Antonio, serving San Antonio since 2004.
Shower Replacement Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how a typical San Antonio shower replacement breaks down by component. These are real ranges from jobs we’ve priced in Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Helotes, and across Bexar County.
| Component | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Demolition & disposal | $400 – $900 |
| Shower pan (acrylic or fiberglass) | $350 – $800 |
| Shower pan (tile, mud-set) | $800 – $1,800 |
| Wall substrate (cement board, waterproofing) | $500 – $1,200 |
| Tile walls (ceramic or porcelain) | $900 – $2,600 |
| Shower valve & trim (Moen, Kohler) | $250 – $900 |
| Showerhead & arm | $80 – $400 |
| Glass door (framed) | $500 – $1,200 |
| Glass door (frameless) | $900 – $2,200 |
| Plumbing modifications | $200 – $1,500 |
| Labor (typically 3-5 days) | $1,500 – $3,500 |
That puts a basic acrylic shower replacement at the low end, around $3,000 to $4,500. A fully tiled shower with a frameless glass enclosure and upgraded fixtures lands between $6,000 and $8,500.
In San Antonio, we also see cost variance by home age. Homes built before 1978 in neighborhoods like Monte Vista and Jefferson often have older plumbing stacks and lead-pan shower bases that need more invasive work. Homes built after 1990 in areas like Alamo Ranch and Cibolo tend to be more straightforward, with standard 60-inch openings and PVC drains already in place.
What Affects Shower Replacement Pricing in San Antonio
- Shower size and layout. A standard 60-inch by 32-inch alcove shower is the cheapest to replace because it works with off-the-shelf pans and surrounds. Walk-in showers with multiple walls, benches, niches, or a curbless design cost more because they need more tile, more waterproofing, and more labor. In San Antonio’s newer Hill Country homes, we’re seeing more curbless, doorless designs that run 20 to 30 percent above a standard alcove replacement.
- Surround material. Acrylic and fiberglass surrounds are the most affordable because they install in one day. Solid-surface surrounds, which are common in higher-end San Antonio remodels, add $1,000 to $2,500. Tile is the most variable: standard 4-by-4 ceramic keeps costs down, while large-format porcelain or natural stone like travertine pushes material and labor costs up significantly. Travertine from Mexico is popular in San Antonio and typically adds $15 to $25 per square foot just in material.
- Plumbing condition and access. If your existing shower valve is old or not pressure-balanced, code requires an upgrade, which adds valve and labor costs. If your home is on a slab foundation, which most San Antonio homes are, moving a drain requires cutting concrete. That’s a $500 to $1,500 line item on its own.
- Water damage behind the walls. San Antonio’s humidity and occasional freeze cycles mean we regularly find rotted studs or mold behind older showers in neighborhoods like Terrell Hills and Castle Hills. Replacing damaged framing and mold remediation adds $300 to $1,200 depending on how far the damage extends.
- Glass enclosure style. A standard bypass or pivot door costs less than a frameless panel with a custom hinge system. Frameless glass from a local fabricator in San Antonio typically runs $900 to $2,200 installed, and it’s one of the most common upgrades we price.
- Access to the bathroom. Second-story bathrooms in older homes near Olmos Park or downtown often have narrow staircases, which means hauling a fiberglass pan upstairs is harder. Demolition debris has to come down the same way. Tight access adds $100 to $400 in labor.
How Much Does a Shower Replacement Cost Per Square Foot in San Antonio?
When we estimate by area, a tile shower replacement in San Antonio runs $40 to $90 per square foot, including demolition, waterproofing, tile labor, materials, and fixtures. An acrylic or fiberglass replacement typically comes in between $25 and $45 per square foot because the materials and labor are less intensive.
These figures are for the shower enclosure itself, not the entire bathroom. If you’re also replacing the bathroom floor, vanity, or doing a full remodel, check our shower replacement service page for how that plays into the larger scope.
Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace a Shower?
In San Antonio, a minor repair like replacing a shower valve, re-caulking, or fixing a leaky drain typically costs $150 to $600. Reglazing a tub or shower runs $400 to $800. But if you have cracked tile, a leaking pan, or water damage behind the walls, repair is often a stopgap that fails again in one to two years. A full replacement costs more upfront but ends the cycle of repeated repairs.
Here’s the honest math: if your shower is leaking and you patch it, water is still getting where it shouldn’t. By the time you see staining on the ceiling below or smell mildew, the framing behind the tile is already compromised. Spending $3,000 to $8,500 on a replacement now is cheaper than a $2,000 repair now plus a $12,000 mold remediation later.
What Does a Shower Replacement Project Look Like From Start to Finish?
Here’s the typical sequence we follow at Mason Remodeling Co San Antonio:
- In-home visit and written price. A project manager comes to your home, measures your shower, checks your plumbing, and walks you through material options. You get a written price before any work starts. No verbal estimates that grow on the final bill.
- Material selection. You choose your surround, tile, fixtures, and glass. We quote from brands like Kohler, Moen, and Grohe so you’re getting specification-grade products, not big-box closeouts.
- Tear-out and inspection. We demo the old shower, then inspect the framing and plumbing. If there’s water damage, we show you photos and explain exactly what it costs to fix before we proceed.
- Waterproofing and installation. We install a code-compliant pan or base, waterproof the walls, set tile or surround, and install the valve and trim.
- Glass and final trim. The glass enclosure is measured and installed, and we do a final walkthrough with you to confirm everything is right.
Most standard replacements take three to five working days in San Antonio. Fully custom tile showers with benches, niches, and frameless glass can run seven to ten days.
How to Save on Shower Replacement in San Antonio
- Keep the existing footprint. Moving plumbing is one of the most expensive parts of any shower replacement, especially on a slab foundation. If you keep the drain and valve in the same location, you’ll save $500 to $1,500.
- Choose a stock pan and surround. Acrylic and fiberglass surrounds install fast and cost less than tile. You can still get a clean, fresh look without the tile premium. This is the single biggest money-saver for guest baths and secondary bathrooms.
- Skip the frameless glass. A framed bypass door does the same job as frameless glass for $600 to $1,000 less. You can always upgrade the glass later without touching the shower itself.
- Buy fixtures during a big-box sale. Moen and Kohler both run seasonal promotions. If you know which valve and trim you want, you can sometimes save $100 to $300 buying them at a San Antonio supply store during a sale, then have us install them.
- Replace before the damage spreads. If you see cracked grout or a soft spot in the floor outside your shower, act now. Catching water damage early keeps the job to a straight replacement instead of structural repairs.
The easiest way to know your real cost is a free estimate. Call (254) 269-5071 and we’ll send someone to measure and give you a written price. That price is the price, period.
FAQs – Shower Replacement Cost in San Antonio
How much does a shower replacement cost in San Antonio in 2026?
A shower replacement in San Antonio typically costs between $3,000 and $8,500. The median project lands around $5,200 for a standard alcove shower with mid-range materials. This includes demolition, new pan, wall surround or tile, valve, trim, and a new door or curtain.
How much does it cost to replace a shower pan in San Antonio?
Replacing just the shower pan costs between $800 and $1,800 for a tile, mud-set pan, or $350 to $800 for an acrylic or fiberglass pan. If the drain location needs to move on a slab foundation, expect an additional $500 to $1,500 for concrete cutting and new drain plumbing.
Can you replace a shower in one day?
An acrylic or fiberglass surround over a new pan can often be installed in one day, but full demolition, waterproofing, and tile work takes three to five working days. Anyone promising a fully tiled custom shower in one day is cutting corners on waterproofing or drying time. Call (254) 269-5071 and we’ll give you a realistic timeline for your specific shower.
What’s the average cost of a tub-to-shower conversion in San Antonio?
A tub-to-shower conversion in San Antonio runs $3,500 to $10,000. The range is wider than a standard shower replacement because you’re removing a tub, reconfiguring the drain, and often extending the footprint. This is one of the most popular projects we do for homeowners in older San Antonio homes where an unused tub is taking up space.
Is a walk-in shower more expensive than a standard shower replacement?
Yes. A walk-in shower installation in San Antonio typically costs $4,500 to $12,000, compared to $3,000 to $8,500 for a standard replacement. The additional cost comes from more tile coverage, a curbless entry that requires special waterproofing, additional glass, and more plumbing work.
Do you need a permit to replace a shower in San Antonio?
If you’re swapping like for like without moving plumbing, most projects don’t need a permit. But if you’re moving a drain, changing the valve location, or altering any framing, the City of San Antonio requires a plumbing or building permit. We handle permits on every project where they’re needed, and the cost is included in your written price.
Why San Antonio Homeowners Choose Mason Remodeling Co for Shower Replacement
Mason has meant careful, lasting building for centuries, and that’s the standard we hold ourselves to on every shower replacement we do in San Antonio. We’re part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies, founded in 2004, and every project we take on follows a simple rule: you know who is coming, what it costs, and what’s guaranteed before we ever pick up a tool.
Here’s what that looks like at your door:
- You know exactly who is coming. Before your appointment, you receive the technician’s name and photo. When they arrive, they’re in a clean, marked uniform and they show a photo ID badge at the door. This is The Threshold Standard, and it applies to every crew member on every job.
- Written price before any work starts. You get a written price on every shower replacement project. Not an estimate. Not a range. A written price. There are no surprise invoices and no verbal numbers that grow.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise. If your shower replacement is not right within one year of completion, we make it right at no cost to you. The terms are in writing, covering what’s included, what’s excluded, and for how long.
- A live person answers. Always. Call (254) 269-5071 at 2 PM or 2 AM and you’ll get a real person. No call trees, no voicemail loops, no waiting until Monday.
If you’re in Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Terrell Hills, Helotes, Castle Hills, or anywhere else in the San Antonio metro, we’d be glad to measure your shower and give you a straightforward written price. Start on our home page or call us directly at (254) 269-5071.
Get Your Shower Replacement Price in San Antonio Today
There’s no cost to get a written price and no obligation. One of our project managers will come to your home, look at your shower, talk through your options, and hand you a written price before any work begins. You’ll know exactly what your shower replacement will cost, in writing, before you decide anything.
Call (254) 269-5071 now for a free estimate, or stop by our San Antonio shower replacement page to see more about how we work.
Pricing reflects the San Antonio market as of 2026. Mason Remodeling Co San Antonio offers free estimates – call (254) 269-5071.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling Co San Antonio, serving San Antonio since 2004.
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