Detroit homeowners are trading cramped bathtubs for spacious, low-threshold showers at record pace. Space savings, modern design, and improved accessibility all drive the trend—but unclear costs often delay the decision. CountBricks removes that barrier. Our AI-driven platform captures your goals in real time, converts voice notes into a detailed scope of work, prices every material line, and produces a professional proposal before you can say “Motown.” If you are researching “bath to shower Detroit,” this guide explains what affects price, how the CountBricks process works, and why our residential construction team is trusted across Southeast Michigan.
Homes built from the 1920s bungalows to the 1990s colonials each bring quirks:
• Mixed plumbing materials—from galvanized to PEX—require careful tie-ins
• Varying wall thicknesses complicate prefab shower pan selection
• Older plaster and lathe can hide moisture damage behind tile
CountBricks technicians photograph and measure every variable. Our AI takeoff tool then references the latest City of Detroit and Michigan Residential Code requirements, ensuring your quote includes any necessary valve upgrades, GFCI circuits, or permit fees.
1. Voice Consultation: Speak with a project specialist through our secure app. Describe style, dimensions, and must-have features. Our speech-to-scope engine tags each requirement in seconds.
2. AI Blueprint Takeoff: Upload existing drawings or a smartphone scan of your bathroom. CountBricks detects wall lengths, plumbing lines, and obstructions to within ⅛ inch.
3. Real-Time Pricing: The software pulls Detroit-area labor rates and supplier inventory. If you say “frameless glass,” we instantly slot in the exact panel, hinges, and seal kit currently in stock.
4. Instant Proposal: Receive a branded PDF plus a live dashboard link. Adjust tile selection or door style and watch your total update instantly.
5. Construction Scheduled: Approve digitally, choose a start date, and track milestones from demolition to final inspection, all inside CountBricks.com/portfolio.
Typical Detroit Conversion Range: $7,800 – $14,200*
• Demolition & disposal: $600 – $1,100
• Rough plumbing & valve upgrade: $900 – $1,600
• Waterproofing system: $750 – $1,250
• Shower pan or linear drain: $550 – $1,400
• Wall tile & setting materials: $1,800 – $4,000
• Frameless glass enclosure: $1,400 – $3,000
• Finishing touches (niche, bench, hardware): $600 – $1,200
*Prices reflect Q2 2025 Detroit averages pulled from CountBricks market data. Your exact figure may vary based on dimensions, material grade, and structural repairs. Use CountBricks.com/services to run a live scenario.
• Zero-entry pans meet aging-in-place goals and raise resale appeal
• Large-format porcelain reduces grout lines for an upscale look
• Matte black fixtures pair well with Detroit’s industrial vibe
• Rain shower heads and handheld combos upgrade daily comfort
• Built-in LED niches create hotel-level ambiance without high energy use
• Order glass only after walls are tiled; even ⅛-inch variance matters
• Specify polymer-modified thin-set for porcelain over cement board
• Use a continuous waterproof membrane on curb and jamb returns
• Relocate the drain to center if changing from alcove tub; water patterns differ
• Schedule inspection before closing backer board to avoid costly reopens
The city requires a Building/Plumbing combo permit for tub-to-shower conversions. CountBricks handles paperwork, payment, and scheduling. Because our proposals list every valve, trap, and vent size, approval speeds up—reducing project downtime by an average of three days compared to traditional contractors.
A 1910 Craftsman on Bagley Street needed accessibility after the owners welcomed an elderly parent. CountBricks scanned the 5' × 8' bath, used our AI engine to design a 36" curbless pan, swapped copper for PEX, and installed slip-resistant hex tile. The project closed in nine working days, 8% under the original voice-captured budget. View photos at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
• AI-accurate estimates prevent mid-project change orders
• Local crews with 15+ years of Detroit code experience
• Integrated scheduling and communication via one dashboard
• Transparent material sourcing—see real-time supplier stock
• Warranty backed by both CountBricks workmanship and manufacturer certifications
Launch your own bath to shower Detroit transformation today. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to schedule a five-minute voice call and receive your personalized estimate before the end of the day.
Understanding where your dollars go helps you prioritize features during the CountBricks consultation.
• Porcelain tile delivers a custom look but adds labor. Expect $16-$22 per square foot installed.
• Acrylic or solid-surface panels install quickly and can shave two labor days—ideal when speed matters.
1. Center drains balance water flow but may require joist notching in older Detroit homes.
2. Linear wall drains keep the floor flatter, perfect for curbless designs yet add roughly $350 in hardware.
• 3/8" glass is standard; 1/2" panels add weight and need reinforced studs.
• Matte black and brushed brass hardware trend high in metro Detroit, typically adding $120-$180 over chrome.
• Retain existing valve if less than five years old—our plumbers pressure-test to confirm integrity.
• Choose oversized subway tile (4" × 16") to cut grout labor by 35 % while keeping a classic look.
• Bundle bathroom lighting upgrades; sharing the permit reduces fees.
Download our sample scope at CountBricks.com/services and record a short walkthrough of your space. Our AI will tag electrical, plumbing, and framing tasks automatically. Within hours, you will see a full Gantt schedule, cost breakdown, and material palette—all without an on-site sales visit. CountBricks delivers clarity, speed, and Detroit-tested craftsmanship for every bath to shower conversion.
