Every homeowner eventually asks the same question: How much to install a shower that looks great, performs flawlessly, and won’t blow the budget? The short answer is “it depends,” but CountBricks removes the guesswork with AI-driven estimating, live material pricing, and instant invoicing. Below, our residential construction specialists break down the factors that move the price needle and show you how CountBricks keeps costs transparent from day one.
Residential clients across the U.S. are seeing all-in shower install costs fall between $4,800 and $12,500. New York City lofts, Dallas ranch homes, and Seattle craftsman remodels each land in different spots on that spectrum, but the drivers of cost remain consistent. CountBricks tracks those drivers in real time so you never overpay.
• Existing Plumbing Layout – Moving supply lines or drains more than two feet raises labor by 20-35 %.
• Shower Type – Prefab acrylic stall, custom tile alcove, or curbless walk-in each carry unique material and labor loads.
• Finishes & Fixtures – Matte black rainheads, frameless glass, and niche lighting can double hardware spend.
• Structural Modifications – Removing load-bearing walls or dropping a shower pan into a slab impacts engineering hours.
• Permits & Code Upgrades – Older homes often need valve upgrades or GFCI runs that add $450-$900.
CountBricks voice capture starts at the first swing of a demo hammer, logging square footage and debris haul-off in seconds. On a typical 40 sq ft bathroom, expect:
• $600 – $1,000 labor
• $300 disposal fees
• $150 surface protection
Our AI allocates labor hours automatically based on UPC and IRC code references. Typical cost:
• $1,100 – $2,600 for plumbing
• $250 – $600 for electrical adjustments
• Prefab acrylic pan: $350 – $700
• Custom mortar bed with membrane: $1,200 – $2,400
• Zero-threshold linear drain system: $2,000 – $3,800
• Cement board and liquid membrane: $4 – $6 per sq ft installed
• Foam backer board with integrated channels: $7 – $9 per sq ft installed
• Subway tile: $8 – $12 per sq ft material, $10 – $14 labor
• Large-format porcelain slab: $18 – $24 material, $22 – $30 labor
• Cultured marble or acrylic panels: $15 – $22 material and labor combined
• Pressure-balanced valve set: $180 – $380
• Rainhead & handheld combo: $250 – $900
• Frameless glass: $1,100 – $2,400
• Custom niche LED kit: $150 – $350
• Grout sealing and caulk: $120 – $280
• Permit close-out and inspection: $150 – $300
By scraping regional supplier APIs every hour, CountBricks updates material costs before you even finish your voice note. That means the estimate you receive at 10 a.m. still matches supplier invoices at 4 p.m.
The minute your crew chief says, “We just set the 32 × 60 shower pan,” CountBricks converts that phrase into a line item. Labor hours, profit margins, and tax rates post automatically, eliminating double entry and clerical mistakes that traditionally inflate budgets.
Upload a PDF floorplan and watch CountBricks’ AI highlight walls, measure drain lines, and calculate waterproof backer board requirements. A task that used to burn two estimator days is done before lunch.
The platform compares data from more than 6,000 residential projects to flag anomalies. For example, copper costs in Phoenix spiked 11 % this quarter, while Denver saw tempered glass prices dip by 5 %. CountBricks pushes those alerts straight to your dashboard so you can time buys strategically.
• DIY Material Only: $3,200 – $6,400 but requires specialty tools and warranties are limited.
• Hybrid Approach: Homeowner handles demolition and painting; CountBricks trades handle rough-in and waterproofing. Savings average 12 %.
• Full-Service by CountBricks Certified Contractors: Turnkey warranty, AI-tracked schedule, and a single point of accountability. Labor premium is offset by zero rework risk.
Through CountBricks Pay, qualified homeowners can spread payments over 12 to 60 months. Energy-efficient fixtures also unlock local rebates that our platform highlights automatically during estimate generation.
1. Voice Consultation – Client describes goals and uploads bathroom photos.
2. AI Estimate – CountBricks generates scope, tasks, and costs in under 60 seconds.
3. Digital Approval – E-signature secures materials at live prices.
4. On-Site Kickoff – Certified crew demo begins; progress voice-logged.
5. Mid-Build QA – Platform flags missing inspections before drywall.
6. Final Walkthrough – Punch list resolved, invoice auto-sent.
Absolutely. Invite any licensed pro to the project file at CountBricks.com/portfolio and our AI will mesh their bid with the master estimate.
Within 3 % on 92 % of projects audited in 2024, thanks to real-time supplier feeds and labor databases updated weekly.
No. From full bath gut-renos to kitchen additions, our residential focus means we have line-item data for every trade.
Start a live voice consultation now at CountBricks.com/services and receive a shareable estimate before your coffee cools.
In early 2024, a Brooklyn homeowner asked CountBricks how much to install a shower that matched the historic feel of her 1890s brownstone. Our AI produced a $9,640 estimate within 45 seconds, outlining:
• Demolition & debris removal – $1,150
• Custom mortar pan with hex tile – $2,950
• Oil-rubbed bronze fixture package – $1,275
• Frameless curved glass – $1,980
• Permit, QA, and cleanup – $2,285
1. CountBricks blueprint takeoff revealed the joists were true 2 × 10 heart-pine, allowing us to recess the pan 1-½ inches without structural reinforcement.
2. Live pricing alerts showed copper lines had surged 8 % that week, so the project manager swapped PEX-A with bronze stub-outs, saving $227.
3. Voice-to-invoice tracking caught a duplicate grout entry, preventing a $162 overcharge.
The final invoice landed at $9,588—within 0.5 % of the original AI estimate. The homeowner signed off on completion via the CountBricks mobile app, and a five-year workmanship warranty auto-generated.
• Lock pricing early – Use CountBricks’ material reservation feature to hedge against supplier hikes.
• Opt for large-format tile – Fewer grout lines mean lower labor hours.
• Consider panelized walls – Acrylic or cultured marble panels install 40 % faster, trimming crew costs.
• Schedule inspections in the app – Avoid re-calls that can add days and dollars.
• Bundle projects – Adding vanity or lighting upgrades simultaneously lets trades share mobilization fees.
If you’re still asking “how much to install a shower,” launch a free voice session at CountBricks.com/consultation. Our AI will crunch the numbers, flag savings, and deliver a detailed scope before you pick your tile.
