Demo and disposal
We remove the old tub or shower, drywall and any rotted framing, then haul it all away. If we find water damage behind the wall, we show you and price the repair before covering it up. Most teardowns take one working day.
Tile, glass, waterproofing and plumbing handled by one local crew
Custom walk-in shower design pocatello ID built around your bathroom
Custom walk-in shower design pocatello ID means a shower drawn to your exact walls, drain location and daily routine, not a boxed insert squeezed into the alcove. We measure your space, plan the pan, valve and glass, then build it with porcelain tile, cement backer board and a full waterproofing membrane. Whether you want a low curb, a bench, or a frameless door, we handle the whole build from demo to final caulk line.
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About this service
What custom walk-in shower design pocatello ID actually involves
Custom walk-in shower design pocatello ID is the planning and construction of an open-entry shower sized to your existing framing, drain and plumbing rather than a factory pan. We start by checking the subfloor, joist direction and drain rough-in, then set the shower base, slope the pan to the drain, and line the walls with cement backer board over a waterproofing membrane. Tile, grout, silicone caulk, the shower valve and the glass all get specified before demo starts, so nothing is guessed on the fly.
Most Pocatello homes were framed for a 32-inch tub, which leaves roughly 60 inches of width once the tub comes out. That is plenty for a walk-in with a bench or a curbless entry, but only if the drain can be moved and the wall behind the valve is opened. We see cracked shower pans, failed caulking and mildew in older Bannock County bathrooms constantly, and a custom shower design pocatello rebuild fixes the cause instead of covering it.
- ✓ No more stepping over a tub
- ✓ Water stays where it belongs
- ✓ Storage built into the walls
- ✓ Fixtures you actually want
What's included
What our custom walk-in shower design includes
Every custom walk-in shower we build in Pocatello starts with the same core scope: demo, plumbing rough-in, waterproofing, pan, tile and glass. Benches, niches, grab bars, curbless conversions and lighting are quoted as line items so you can see exactly what each adds to the price before you commit.
Plumbing rough-in
A licensed plumber moves the drain to center, sets the new shower valve, and runs the supply lines. We pressure-test before the wall closes. This is the step that lets a 60-inch tub alcove become a proper walk-in with a centered drain.
Waterproofing and pan
We hang cement backer board, bond a waterproofing membrane, set the sloped pan and liner, and flood-test the base. Waterproofing is the part that decides whether the shower lasts 20 years or 5, so we do not rush it.
Tile and grout
Ceramic, porcelain, glass mosaic or natural stone tile goes up with a notched trowel and thinset mortar, then grout and sealer. We center the layout, cut cleanly around the niche and valve, and use epoxy grout in the wettest zones.
Glass and fixtures
We set the shower glass, hang the door, install the trim and showerhead, and seal every joint with silicone caulk. You get a final walkthrough where we run the shower, check for leaks, and show you how to maintain the grout and caulk.
How it works
How our custom shower design process runs
We spend 45 to 60 minutes measuring the alcove, checking the drain rough-in, and looking at the valve wall and any prior water damage. You get a layout sketch and a fixture list the same day, plus a straight answer on whether the drain needs to move.
You pick tile, glass and finish at our supplier or from samples we bring to you. We spec the shower pan, waterproofing membrane, backer board and drain so the materials match the plan. This stage usually takes 3 to 7 days depending on tile lead time.
Day one is tear-out: old tub or shower, drywall, and any rotted framing. We move the drain, set the new shower valve, and run the supply lines. A licensed plumber signs off on the rough-in before anything gets closed up.
We hang cement backer board, roll the waterproofing membrane, set the pan liner and flood-test the base. Then tile goes up with a notched trowel and thinset mortar, followed by grout and a full cure. This is the longest stretch, typically 4 to 8 working days.
We set the shower glass, hang the door, seal every joint with silicone caulk, and test the valve and drain. You get a walkthrough where we run the shower, check for leaks, and show you how to keep the grout and caulk in shape.
STEP 01On-site measure
We spend 45 to 60 minutes measuring the alcove, checking the drain rough-in, and looking at the valve wall and any prior water damage. You get a layout sketch and a fixture list the same day, plus a straight answer on whether the drain needs to move.
Tools & methods
Tools and methods we use on every build
Tile saw and wet saw
Cuts porcelain, ceramic and natural stone tile cleanly, including the L-cuts around niches and valve openings. A wet saw keeps the cut edge chip-free so grout lines stay tight.
Notched trowel and grout float
The notched trowel controls thinset mortar thickness so tile beds evenly. The grout float presses grout fully into the joints, which is what stops water from tracking behind the tile.
Caulking gun and silicone caulk
We seal every change of plane, the pan-to-wall joint and the glass-to-tile joint with silicone caulk. Flexible sealant survives the movement that cracks rigid grout in a shower corner.
Level and measuring tape
A shower has to be level at the curb and plumb at the walls, or the glass will not fit and the door will not close. We check both before backer board and again before tile.
Pipe wrench and drain wrench
Used to set the shower valve, tighten supply connections and seat the drain flange. A drain wrench lets us set the drain without cracking the pan or cross-threading the flange.
Drill and screwdriver set
Backer board, blocking for grab bars, glass hardware and trim all get fastened with the right bit. We use corrosion-resistant screws in the wet area so nothing rusts behind the tile.
Real results
Before and after.
Custom Walk-In Shower Design
Cast-iron tub to low-threshold walk-in
A 1958 Highland ranch had a cast-iron tub with a cracked surround and a drain at the far end. The homeowner could not step over the 16-inch tub wall safely, and the wall behind the valve showed old water staining.
After: We pulled the tub, moved the drain to center, and built a 60-inch low-threshold walk-in with a 2-inch curb, a corner bench and a recessed niche. Porcelain tile and a semi-frameless door finished it in 11 working days.
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Cracked pan rebuild in Old Town
A 1970s shower pan had cracked along the curb, and water had stained the ceiling below. The grout was black with mildew and the original valve ran hot and cold whenever another fixture was used.
After: We removed the pan and lower wall, replaced the rotted framing, and set a new sloped pan with a bonded liner. New waterproofing, porcelain tile and a Moen thermostatic valve went in, and the pan passed a 24-hour flood test.
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Curbless conversion for aging in place
A Pocatello Creek homeowner needed a shower their father could roll a walker into. The existing shower had a 6-inch curb and no blocking for grab bars, and the floor tile was slick when wet.
After: We recessed the pan into the joists for a curbless entry, added blocking for grab bars at ADA heights, and installed a built-in seat and handheld showerhead. Non-slip tile went on the floor and pan, and the build took 14 working days.
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Problems a custom walk-in shower design pocatello ID build solves
Most Pocatello shower calls start with one of these problems. Each one has a cause behind the wall, and each one has a fix that lasts.
Ask a pro →Cracked shower pan leaking into the ceiling below
We cut out the failed pan, inspect the subfloor for rot, and set a new sloped pan with a bonded liner. The pan gets flood-tested before tile goes down, so you know it holds before the wall closes.
Mold and mildew that keeps coming back in the grout
We strip the failed grout and caulk, check the waterproofing behind the tile, and rebuild the wet area with a proper membrane and epoxy grout. Once the wall stays dry, the mildew stops coming back.
Shower door will not close or seal
We diagnose whether it is hardware, glass or framing, then replace the hinges or panel and adjust the enclosure. If the wall is out of plumb, we correct it during the build so the new door seals square.
Low water pressure or temperature swings
We install a new thermostatic valve from Kohler, Moen, Delta or Grohe, matched to your water pressure and hot water supply. Temperature holds steady within a degree or two, even when someone flushes a toilet.
Transparent pricing
What custom shower design costs
$6,500 - $16,000 depending on scope
Typical 2026 pricing for a custom walk-in shower in Pocatello runs $6,500 to $16,000, with most tub-to-shower conversions landing between $9,000 and $11,000. The number moves with tile choice, glass type, whether the drain relocates, and whether the valve wall needs opening. We give you a written price before demo starts, and if we open a wall and find rot, we stop and price the fix before touching it. That is how a custom shower remodeling pocatello project stays on budget.
A custom shower is a 20-year fixture when it is waterproofed and drained correctly. Spending on the membrane, pan and rough-in is what keeps you out of a $4,000 repair five years from now, and it adds real resale value in the Pocatello market.
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Ceramic and porcelain tile sit at the lower end, while natural stone and glass mosaic push the price up. Glass mosaic takes longer to set because every sheet has to be aligned and grouted carefully. Material alone can swing the total by $1,500 to $3,000.
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Moving the drain from the end of a tub alcove to center means opening the floor or wall and re-running the waste line. It is the single biggest labor variable in a conversion. If the drain can stay, you save $800 to $1,800.
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A framed enclosure costs less than a frameless 3/8-inch tempered glass door. Frameless needs square, plumb tile edges, so it also demands more precision during the build. The gap between the two is roughly $700 to $2,000.
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A curbless shower requires recessing the pan into the joists and reinforcing the framing, which adds labor and material. A low-threshold shower with a 2-inch curb costs less and works in almost any floor structure.
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Credentials and reviews
- State-Licensed Plumbing Contractor · Idaho Division of Building Safety
- State-Licensed General Contractor · Idaho Contractors Board
- Schluter Systems Certified Installer · Schluter Systems
- Laticrete Certified Installer · Laticrete
- EPA WaterSense Partner · U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Most custom walk-in showers in Pocatello run $6,500 to $16,000 in 2026, with a typical tub-to-shower conversion landing near $9,000 to $11,000. Tile choice, glass type, drain relocation and whether the valve wall needs opening drive the number. A simple acrylic-panel walk-in with a stock base sits at the low end; natural stone tile, a frameless door and a curbless pan push toward the top.
Our custom shower design pocatello package covers demo and haul-away, drain and valve rough-in, cement backer board, waterproofing membrane, the shower pan and liner, tile and grout, silicone caulking, and the glass door and enclosure. A bench, niche, grab bars or a curbless conversion are quoted as line items so you see exactly what each adds. You get a written scope before work begins.
Yes. We serve all of Pocatello and the surrounding Bannock County area, including ZIP codes 83201, 83204, 83205, 83206 and 83209. If you are searching for custom walk-in shower design near me pocatello ID, we can usually get a measuring appointment on the calendar within a few days and start most builds within two to three weeks, depending on tile lead time.
A full custom walk-in shower takes 2 to 4 weeks from demo to final walkthrough, with 8 to 14 of those days being on-site labor. Tile and glass lead times account for most of the gap. If you pick in-stock porcelain tile and a standard glass panel, we can sometimes finish in 10 to 12 working days. We give you a day-by-day schedule before demo starts.
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We measure, sketch the layout and price the build before demo starts, and we handle tile, glass, waterproofing and plumbing with one crew. Call ShowerPro Installation at +19863369120 to book a walkthrough.
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Call us at +1 986-336-9120 or email [email protected] and we'll set up a free on-site measure. We answer the phone Monday through Friday, 8:00 to 18:00, and we return every message the same business day. For a leaking shower or a valve that's spraying, call any time - we run emergency call-outs 24/7.