Walk-in showers work well for modern layouts, accessibility needs, and easy cleaning. Bathtubs are better for young children, soaking, and resale in certain situations. Our walk-in shower conversion team helps Philadelphia homeowners figure out which option makes sense for their home and goals.
Most Philly homeowners convert at least one tub to a walk-in shower and keep a tub somewhere else in the house. This guide breaks down the pros of each, what each one costs, and how to make the right call for your situation.
What Are the Pros of Each Option?
Walk-in Shower
Bathtub
A bathtub is essential if you have young children. Bathing kids under six in a walk-in shower is difficult and uncomfortable. A tub makes that routine faster and safer.
Soaking in a tub helps with muscle recovery and stress. Many homeowners use the tub specifically for that reason, even if they shower daily.
Tubs can also support resale value. Homes with at least one bathtub tend to sell faster. Real estate agents consistently recommend keeping one. For more context, see our guide on whether a bathroom remodel is worth it.
How to Decide and What Else to Consider
Using Your Answers
If you have young children, keep a tub. If mobility is a factor now or likely to be in the future, a curbless walk-in shower is the safer and more practical choice.
If you have one bathroom, a tub-shower combo keeps both options available. If you have two or more bathrooms, a common approach is a walk-in shower in the main bathroom and a tub in the secondary bathroom.
That setup gives you the daily convenience of a walk-in while keeping the tub for children or resale. Real estate agents consistently recommend having at least one tub in the home.
If you are still weighing the full cost picture, see our breakdown of walk-in shower costs in Philadelphia. You can also read about how much a bathroom remodel costs in Philadelphia to see where a shower conversion fits in the broader budget.
We work with Philadelphia homeowners on tub-to-shower conversions and bathtub installations every week. Give us a call and we will look at your bathroom and give you a straight answer on what makes sense.
