Used to make secure connections on PEX tubing runs to the shower valve. Crimp rings are checked with a gauge so every joint is verified, not guessed.
Shower and tub installation charleston SC built to last
When you need shower and tub installation charleston SC homeowners can count on, we handle the whole job: tear-out, rough-in, waterproofing, pan setting, and fixture trim.
Serving charleston and nearby areas.
How big is the job?
Tub or pan swap
Remove the old tub or pan and set a new one on the existing drain.
- 1. Trim swap Replace the valve trim, showerhead, and spout on an existing working shower.
- 2. Tub or pan swap Remove the old tub or pan and set a new one on the existing drain.
- 3. Full rebuild Tear-out, new drain and supply lines, waterproofing, pan, and trim.
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- Inspect firstWe open the floor before quoting
- Flood testPan holds overnight before tile
What our shower and tub installation includes
Every installation covers the full job: removal, rough-in, waterproofing, setting the fixture, and trim. You do not need to hire a separate plumber and tile setter.
Work order
Shower and Tub Installation- Tear-out and disposal: We remove the old tub or shower, cut out the drain, and haul everything away. The subfloor gets inspected and any soft spots are documented with photos before we go further.
- Drain and supply rough-in: New PEX tubing or copper pipe runs to the valve, and the drain and trap are set to the correct slope. We replace cast iron or corroded pipe with PVC pipe and brass fittings where needed.
- Waterproofing and pan setting: We install the waterproofing membrane or cement board, set the pan or tub in a mortar bed, and flood-test the pan overnight. This is the step that keeps water out of your subfloor.
- Valve and trim installation: The valve body goes in at code height, and we install the showerhead, handle, spout, and any glass or door. We test hot water through the valve and check every joint for drips.
- Permit and inspection coordination: We pull the plumbing permit and coordinate the inspection with Charleston County. You get documentation that the work was done to code, which matters when you sell the house.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We measure the alcove, check the drain and subfloor, and confirm the rough-in before quoting.
Shower and tub work at your home
We handle the full install, from tear-out to trim, in one scheduled block.
Tub-to-shower swap
Remove the tub, set a walk-in pan.
Leaking pan repair
Find the leak, replace the pan.
Valve replacement
New Moen or Delta valve at code height.
Corroded pipe swap
Replace old copper with PEX tubing.
Shower and tub work at your property
We schedule around occupancy so units stay rentable during the project.
Rental units
Fast turnarounds between tenants.
Small hotels
Room-by-room scheduling to limit downtime.
Gyms and locker rooms
Pan and drain work on shared showers.
Shower and Tub Installation charleston SC done right
A shower or tub is only as good as the drain and waterproofing behind it. We inspect before we quote and test before we close the wall, so the install holds for years.
Shower and tub installation charleston SC is the full removal of an old tub or shower unit and the installation of a new one, including the drain, pan, valve, waterproofing, and trim. We cut out the old fixture, inspect the subfloor and framing, run new PEX tubing or copper pipe where the existing lines are corroded, set the new pan or tub, and pressure-test every connection before the walls close back up. If the old drain is cast iron, we replace it with PVC pipe and brass fittings so it matches the new pan.
Charleston homes take a beating from humidity, and a failed shower pan or a tub that flexes underfoot is usually the first sign of trouble. We see it constantly in the older houses around Harleston Village and Cannonborough-Elliotborough, where a 1950s tub has been sitting on a rotted subfloor for years. If you have been searching for shower installation near me charleston SC, we can walk the bathroom, check the drain slope, and give you a straight answer on what the job actually needs.
- What it is
- Removing an old tub or shower and installing a new one.
- When it helps
- Leaking pan, flexing tub, or an outdated fixture.
- What you get
- Tested drain, sealed pan, and code-correct trim.
How our shower and tub installation process works
Every job follows the same five steps.
Tools and methods we use on every install
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Used for copper pipe joints where copper is the better choice, such as exposed runs or where the existing system is copper. Every joint is pressure-tested after soldering.
Cuts copper, PEX, and PVC pipe square so fittings seat properly. A square cut is the difference between a joint that holds and one that weeps.
Used to find the source of a leak behind a wall or under a floor before we tear anything out. It tells us whether the problem is the pan, the drain, or a supply line.
Runs the drain line to check for cracks, root intrusion, or a bad slope before the new pan is set. If the drain is compromised, we fix it first.
When Charleston homeowners call us
A homeowner in Harleston Village wants to replace a 1970s tub with a walk-in shower for aging in place.
We remove the tub, check the subfloor, install grab bar blocking in the walls, set a low-threshold pan, and run a linear…
HomesA landlord in North Charleston needs a tub replacement between tenants on a tight turnaround.
We quote the same day, pull the permit, and schedule tear-out and rough-in in one block.
BusinessesA homeowner in West Ashley notices a water stain on the ceiling below the bathroom.
We locate the leak with a leak detection camera, confirm it is the shower pan, and replace the pan with new waterproofing…
HomesA family on James Island wants a larger shower and a new tub in a hall bathroom remodel.
We handle the rough-in for both fixtures, replace the corroded copper branch lines with PEX tubing, and set the tub and shower…
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How shower and tub installation runs in Charleston
Charleston's humidity and older housing stock shape how we approach every shower and tub installation charleston SC job. In the historic districts on The Peninsula, we regularly find cast iron drains, uneven subfloors, and framing that has been patched over the decades.
Harleston Village
Older homes here often have cast iron drains and subfloors that need repair before a new pan goes in. We plan for that in the quote.
Wagener Terrace
Mid-century bathrooms with original tubs set on subfloors that have never been inspected. We open the floor before quoting.
Mount Pleasant
Newer construction with square framing and predictable rough-in. Jobs here move faster because the drain and supply locations are standard.
- Harleston Village
- Wagener Terrace
- Mount Pleasant
- West Ashley
From problem to finished result.
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Photo1970s tub swapped for a walk-in shower
Before: A Harleston Village homeowner had a 1970s cast iron tub that flexed and a surround with cracked caulk. The subfloor under the tub was soft from years of slow leaks, and the drain was cast iron with restricted flow.
After: We removed the tub, sistered in new joists, replaced the drain with PVC pipe, and set a low-threshold walk-in pan with grab bar blocking. The new Moen valve was pressure-tested and the pan flood-tested overnight. Job finished in three days.
Tub replacement on a rental turnaround
Before: A North Charleston landlord had a tenant move out and left a tub with a cracked finish and a leaking valve. The unit needed to be rentable within a week, and the old valve body was obsolete with no replacement cartridges available.
After: We quoted the same day, pulled the permit, and installed a new acrylic tub with a Delta valve and trim. The drain was reset with a new gasket and the supply lines were pressure-tested. The unit was ready for the next tenant in five days.
Leaking shower pan replaced with a tested install
Before: A West Ashley homeowner noticed a water stain on the ceiling below the bathroom. The shower pan had failed at the drain connection, and water had been soaking the subfloor for months. The drywall below was soft.
After: We located the leak with a leak detection camera, tore out the failed pan, repaired the subfloor, and installed new waterproofing with a new drain and trap. The pan was flood-tested overnight and photographed. The ceiling below was repaired and painted.
Shower and tub problems we fix in Charleston
Most shower and tub failures start small and get expensive.
A shower pan that leaks into the ceiling below
Water soaks the subfloor and the ceiling drywall, and mold starts within weeks. By the time you see the stain, the framing may already be soft.
A tub that flexes or squeaks underfoot
A flexing tub cracks the caulk line and the surround, letting water behind the wall.
Corroded copper or galvanized supply lines behind the wall
Old pipe restricts flow and eventually pinholes, leaking inside the wall. You get low water pressure at the shower and a slow leak you cannot see.
A drain set at the wrong slope or a cracked trap
Water pools in the shower or drains slowly, and a cracked trap leaks under the floor.
Why homeowners choose us for tub and shower work
A shower or tub replacement touches plumbing, waterproofing, and framing.
No more leaks behind walls
We pressure-test every supply line and flood-test the pan before the tile goes up.
Code-correct from the start
South Carolina follows the International Plumbing Code, and we build to it: proper drain slope, correct valve height, backflow protection where required.
Fixtures you can actually get parts for
We install Moen, Delta, and Kohler valves and trim because cartridges and seats are stocked at every supply house in Charleston County.
Days, not weeks, off your bathroom
A standard tub-to-shower conversion runs two to four days from tear-out to trim.
What you receive on the job
Clear records you can keep and share.
Written price
Itemized quote after the walkthrough.
Photo record
Images of waterproofing and flood test.
Permit paperwork
Copy of the pulled plumbing permit.
Sixteen years of Charleston bathroom plumbing
Charleston Harborline Plumbing has been installing and replacing showers and tubs since 2010, which puts us at 16 years serving Charleston County.
Drain slope
Measured with a level to confirm water flows to the trap, not into the floor.
Subfloor condition
Checked by hand and probe for soft spots before the new pan is set.
Supply pressure
Read on a gauge after rough-in to confirm the valve gets steady flow.
Is your area covered?
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charleston ZIP codes
- 29414
- 29424
- 29425
- 29455
- 29405
- 29407
- 29401
- 29403
- 29409
- 29492
- 29412
- 29402
- 29413
- 29417
Towns we serve.
Based in charleston and covering the places around it. Pick one for local details.
What Charleston homeowners say
We had a 1960s tub that flexed every time you stepped in it. Charleston Harborline pulled it out, found the subfloor was soft, and fixed it before setting the new pan. Three days total. The price they quoted was the price we paid, and they showed us photos of the waterproofing before the tile went up.
We wanted a walk-in shower instead of the tub for my mother. They installed grab bar blocking in the walls, set a low-threshold pan, and ran a linear drain. The crew was in and out in three days and cleaned up every evening. My mother can step in without help now.
I manage a few rentals and needed a tub replacement fast between tenants. They quoted the same day, pulled the permit, and had the new tub and valve in by the end of the week. The tenant moved in on schedule. I have used them on two more units since.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(854) 226-6111A straight tub-for-tub swap with no plumbing changes sits at the low end. Moving the drain, replacing corroded pipe, or adding a custom pan pushes it higher. We give you a written price after we inspect the subfloor and drain.
A standard shower or tub installation takes two to four days from tear-out to trim. Day one is removal and inspection, day two is rough-in and waterproofing, and the pan and trim go in on days three and four. If we find rotted subfloor or need to reroute a drain, add a day. We schedule the work in one block so your bathroom is not torn up for weeks.
Yes. Walk in shower installation charleston SC is one of our most requested jobs, especially for homeowners aging in place or replacing a tub they no longer step over. We set a low-threshold pan, install grab bar blocking in the walls before they close, and can run a linear drain if the floor framing allows. Most conversions finish in three days.
Acrylic holds heat well and is light enough for older floor framing common in Downtown Charleston. Cast iron lasts longer but needs a reinforced subfloor. We match the tub to your framing and drain location before you buy.
Related Services
Other services from the same team.
- Shower and Tub RepairWe repair leaking shower valves, clogged tub drains, and broken diverter spouts.
- Sink Installation and RepairWe install kitchen and bathroom sinks, including undermount and farmhouse styles.
- Garbage Disposal Installation and RepairWe install and repair garbage disposals. We fix jams, leaks, and electrical issues.
Get your shower and tub installation charleston SC quote
(854) 226-6111We inspect the drain, subfloor, and framing before we quote, so the price you get is the price you pay. Call Charleston Harborline Plumbing and we will schedule a walkthrough at your home.
Contact Charleston Harborline Plumbing
Call us at (854) 226-6111 or email info@charlestonharborlineplumbing.com. Our office is located at 123 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401. We look forward to helping you.