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From Tub to Shower: Moving the Plumbing for a New Layout

We relocated the drain and shower valve. The tile professional brought the finished shower together. Here’s a look at the plumbing behind the transformation.

By Advantage Plumbing Service TeamNovember 10, 20262 minute read

Bathroom tub area opened to the wall framing and floor before the shower plumbing relocation — The former tub area during the plumbing phase of this shower conversion.

A tub-to-shower conversion starts with more than choosing tile. The plumbing needs to suit the new layout, too. On this recent project, Advantage Plumbing relocated the existing tub drain and moved the shower valve to prepare the space for a new shower.

A new shower, a new plumbing layout

The old tub was out, giving us access to the plumbing beneath the floor and inside the wall. Our part of the remodel was focused: move the drain and valve to the locations needed for the new shower.

The photos show that plumbing phase, from the opened tub area to the drain relocation in progress. It’s work that will be largely hidden once the bathroom is finished, but it’s an important part of getting the layout ready.

Opened bathroom floor with a tape measure and drain location during the tub-to-shower plumbing work — Working out the new drain position in the opened floor.

Relocated white drain piping and shower drain assembly visible in the opened bathroom floor — The relocated drain piping during the plumbing phase, before the shower was finished.

Our plumbing work. Their finishing touch.

Once our plumbing work was complete, the tile professional took it from there, completing the remaining shower construction and finish work. We handled the drain and valve relocation; their craftsmanship brought the finished shower together.

A bathroom remodel brings different trades together. Clear responsibilities help each professional focus on their part, from the plumbing behind the walls and beneath the floor to the surfaces you see every day.

Planning your own tub-to-shower conversion?

Bring the plumbing into the conversation early. Tell us about your planned shower layout, drain location and control placement so we can discuss the plumbing changes before the finish work begins.

Advantage Plumbing can help with the plumbing portion of your bathroom remodel, including shower and tub plumbing. Call (904) 247-9848 or request service to talk through your project.