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A shower replacement in Miami typically costs between $3,540 and $10,030, with most homeowners spending around $6,800 for a standard alcove shower swap that includes new tile, a pan, and fixtures. Prefab or fiberglass units land on the lower end, while custom tile work, frameless glass, and moving plumbing lines push toward the top of that range. Every project gets a written price from us before any work starts, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
We’re Sawyer Remodel Miami, the local arm of Sawyer Remodeling. Since 2005, we’ve handled shower replacement in Miami for homeowners from Coral Gables to Aventura, and the one thing we hear over and over is that nobody wants to call five companies just to get a ballpark. That’s exactly why this page exists. Luca Romano, who leads our Miami team, insists on publishing real numbers. If you’d rather talk it through, call (850) 801-8046 and a live person picks up, 24/7.
Key Takeaways
- Typical Miami shower replacement cost: $3,540 to $10,030, with most jobs landing between $5,500 and $8,000.
- Biggest cost drivers: tile choice, moving the drain, glass enclosure style, and whether you’re converting a tub to a shower.
- Timeframe: most replacements take 3 to 7 working days once demolition starts.
- Written price up front: Sawyer Remodel Miami gives you a line-item quote before a single tool is picked up.
- Guarantee: the 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every shower we install for a full year.
Shower Replacement Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how a typical Miami shower replacement breaks down. These are the line items we actually quote, not generic national averages. Prices reflect the South Florida market in 2026, including Miami-Dade permit fees and the higher labor rates that come with working in a dense coastal city.
| Line Item | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Demolition and haul-away of existing shower | $350 – $900 |
| Shower pan (acrylic or fiberglass base) | $300 – $850 |
| Tile installation (walls and/or floor) | $1,000 – $3,200 |
| Frameless glass door and panel | $800 – $2,500 |
| Shower valve and trim kit (Kohler, Moen, or Grohe) | $250 – $900 |
| Niche, bench, or recessed shelving | $150 – $700 each |
| Waterproofing membrane (Schluter or equivalent) | $400 – $1,100 |
| Plumbing modifications (moving drain or valve) | $450 – $2,200 |
| Permits and inspections | $150 – $400 |
The table covers a standard 60-inch alcove shower, which is what most older Miami homes in neighborhoods like Shenandoah or Little Havana were built with. If you’re doing something larger, like a walk-in with a curbless entry, the waterproofing and tile scope grows and so does the total. The single largest swing factor is whether the drain stays put. Moving a drain in a slab-on-grade foundation, which is common in Miami-Dade County, requires saw-cutting concrete and adds real money fast.
What Affects Shower Replacement Pricing in Miami
A few things push Miami shower costs higher than the national average, and a few can pull them down. Here’s what actually moves the needle.
- Slab foundations and plumbing access. Most homes in Miami sit on a concrete slab, not a crawlspace or basement. Moving a shower drain means cutting through that slab. It’s doable, and we do it regularly in neighborhoods like Kendall and Westchester, but it adds labor hours and disposal costs you wouldn’t face up north.
- Tile and surface choices. Large-format porcelain tile costs more per square foot to install than standard 4×4 ceramic, mostly because it’s heavier and demands flatter walls. Natural stone like marble or travertine pushes material costs up another $8 to $20 per square foot in the current Miami market.
- Glass enclosure type. A standard sliding bypass door is the budget option. A frameless hinged door with a fixed panel, especially in 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch glass, doubles or triples the glass line item. It also requires heavier-duty hinges and a straighter opening, which means more prep work.
- Waterproofing method. We install Schluter Kerdi or equivalent sheet membranes as standard on every tile shower. This isn’t the cheap route, and we won’t do it the cheap way. A poorly waterproofed shower in Miami’s humidity fails within a year or two, and then you’re paying for a second replacement. The membrane itself is a few hundred dollars, plus the labor to install it correctly.
- Permit requirements. Miami-Dade County requires permits for shower replacements that involve plumbing changes. The permit is a small line item, but it means inspections, which means the work has to be done to code. That’s a cost driver, not a corner we cut.
- Building age and surprises. Homes built before the mid-1990s in Miami often have cast-iron drain pipes that have corroded from decades of humidity and salt air. We occasionally open a wall and find a drain line that needs replacement. We’ll show you a photo and give you a price before proceeding, never after.
How a Shower Replacement Works: What to Expect
Every shower replacement we run in Miami follows the same sequence, and you’ll see photo updates after each phase. That’s part of The Relay Visibility Guarantee we operate under: live arrival time, before-and-after photos, and a written price before any work starts. No exceptions, no surprises.
Here’s the flow from demo day to first shower:
- Day 1: Demolition. We remove the old shower, haul away debris, and inspect the framing, subfloor, and plumbing. If we find rot or a corroded drain line, you get photos and a written change order before we touch it.
- Days 1-2: Rough plumbing and framing. If the drain or valve moves, this is when it happens. We install the new valve, run supply lines, and frame the niche or bench if you chose one.
- Days 2-3: Waterproofing. We apply the membrane, seam it, and let it cure. This is the step that separates a shower that lasts 20 years from one that leaks in 3. In Miami’s humid climate, we also address any wall insulation or vapor barrier issues we find.
- Days 3-5: Tile and pan. Pan goes in first, then tile from the bottom up. We set the niche, trim, and any accent bands.
- Days 5-6: Fixtures and glass. Showerhead, valve trim, and controls go in. Glass gets templated and installed.
- Day 6-7: Final inspection and walkthrough. We test everything, clean up, and walk you through the new shower before we call the job done.
Most standard replacements finish within a week. Custom walk-ins with heavy glass or intricate tile patterns can stretch to 10 working days. You’ll know the timeline before we start, and our uniformed, background-checked technicians are the same crew from day one to the final walkthrough.
How to Save on Shower Replacement
Shower replacement isn’t a place to chase the absolute lowest bid. We’ve seen too many Miami homeowners pay twice because a handyman skipped waterproofing or used drywall behind tile. But there are real ways to keep your project budget lean without sacrificing longevity.
- Keep the footprint the same. A straight swap of an existing shower without moving walls or plumbing is always cheaper than reconfiguring a bathroom. You save on plumbing labor, tile substrate, and drywall.
- Choose standard glass. Semi-frameless or framed enclosures cost hundreds less than frameless. If you want frameless but need to save, do frameless later and use a simple rod and curtain temporarily. We’ll quote you either way.
- Stick with ceramic or standard porcelain. Large-format, natural stone, and hand-painted tile all add material and labor cost. A classic white subway tile in a clean layout looks sharp and keeps the line item low.
- Bundle projects. If you’re also considering a home upgrade like a vanity install or bathroom remodel, doing it all at once saves on mobilization and permits. One trip, one permit, one crew.
- Ask about current material promotions. Our partnerships with Kohler, Moen, and Grohe mean we occasionally get fixture discounts we pass along. It’s worth asking when you call (850) 801-8046 for your free estimate.
And one more thing: the cheapest quote is rarely the cheapest project. We write our prices down up front, and we guarantee the work for a full year. If something’s not right in that year, we return and fix it under the 365-Day Done Right Promise. No arguments, no phone tag, no “that’s normal.” A cheap shower that leaks into your slab is a $15,000 problem. The waterproofing matters more than the tile pattern.
FAQs – Shower Replacement Cost
How much does a shower replacement cost in Miami in 2026?
Most Miami shower replacements run between $3,540 and $10,030, with the typical project landing around $6,800. The final number depends on tile, glass, whether plumbing moves, and the size of the shower. Call (850) 801-8046 for a free written quote on your specific bathroom.
Is it cheaper to replace a shower or refinish it?
Refinishing, which means reglazing the existing surface, costs $400 to $1,200 in Miami and buys you 2 to 5 years. A full replacement costs $3,540 to $10,030 but lasts 15 to 25 years when waterproofed correctly. If the shower leaks, has cracked tile, or is more than 20 years old, replacement is the better money. Luca Romano, who leads Sawyer Remodel Miami, puts it plainly: you can paint over a problem, or you can solve it once.
How long does a shower replacement take?
A standard shower replacement in Miami takes 3 to 7 working days from demolition to final walkthrough. Custom walk-ins with frameless glass and extensive tile work can run up to 10 working days. We give you a written timeline before we start, and you get photo updates after every phase.
Can you replace just a shower pan and keep the existing tile?
You can, but it’s rarely a good idea. Replacing just the pan costs $800 to $2,000 in Miami, but the pan and the bottom course of tile have to come out together, and matching old tile is nearly impossible. In most cases, pulling the whole shower and doing it right costs less per year of life than a patch job. We’ll give you both options with prices and let you decide.
What does it cost to convert a tub to a shower in Miami?
A tub-to-shower conversion in Miami runs $4,130 to $11,800. You gain a walk-in shower, often with a glass panel and a niche, and the project typically takes 4 to 8 days. It’s one of the most common upgrades we do in older Miami homes where the hall bathroom still has an original cast-iron tub.
Do I need a permit to replace a shower in Miami?
Yes, if the project includes plumbing changes like moving a drain or replacing a valve, Miami-Dade County requires a permit and inspection. We handle the permit as part of our written quote. If the shower swap is cosmetic-only with no plumbing work, no permit is needed, but we’ll tell you which applies to your project before we start.
Why Miami Homeowners Choose Sawyer Remodel Miami
The remodel market in Miami is crowded, and we know it. Here’s what actually sets us apart, without the vague “we care about quality” line:
- Written price before any work starts. Not a verbal ballpark. A written, line-item quote. The number on the invoice is the number you approved.
- The Relay Visibility Guarantee. Live arrival time tracking, before-and-after photo updates, and a digital invoice you pay from a link. You always know who is coming, when they’ll arrive, and what it costs.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something’s not right in the first year, we return and make it right. In writing, on every project, no fine print.
- Background-checked, uniformed technicians. You’ll know who is walking into your home before they arrive, and it’s the same crew from start to finish.
- Name-brand materials, manufacturer-backed. We install fixtures from Kohler, Moen, and Grohe; surfaces from Cambria and Caesarstone; cabinetry from KraftMaid and Wellborn. No mystery suppliers, no no-name faucets that leak in six months.
- 24/7 live phone answering. Call (850) 801-8046 at any hour and a live person answers. No voicemail loop, no callback queue.
Luca Romano, who leads the Sawyer Remodel Miami team, has spent nearly two decades in remodeling under the Sawyer banner. His crew treats every Miami bathroom like it’s going in their own home, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise backs every word.
Get a Free Written Estimate
If you’re planning a shower replacement in Miami, the fastest way to get your exact price is to call us. We’ll schedule a visit, measure your space, and hand you a written line-item quote before any commitment. You can book a free estimate by calling (850) 801-8046. A live person answers, day or night, and we’ll have a background-checked technician at your door on a confirmed arrival time, not a four-hour window.
Rates on this page reflect the Miami market as of 2026 and are for planning purposes. Your exact quote will reflect your bathroom, your choices, and your building’s plumbing. That’s the whole point of the written price: you see the real number before a single tool is picked up.
Pricing reflects the Miami market as of 2026. Sawyer Remodel Miami offers free estimates – call (850) 801-8046.
Written by Luca Romano, Owner at Sawyer Remodel Miami, serving Miami since 2005.
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