Lake Mary · Seminole County
Walk-In Showers in Lake Mary, FL
Designed in 3D, permitted with the right Seminole County or city office, and built by a licensed Florida general contractor that also holds its own plumbing license.
Walk-in shower projects in Lake Mary
In Lake Mary and Heathrow, the walk-in shower usually replaces the corner garden tub and the small separate stall that came with so many 1990s and 2000s primary baths. Owners in Timacuan, Heathrow and the Lake Emma area want one large tiled shower with a bench, a niche, a handheld on a slide bar and frameless glass, often with a low or no curb so the bath still works years from now. Upstairs hall baths are the other common project: a fiberglass tub and shower combo turned into a tiled walk-in for guests or a parent who visits often.
What changes for a walk-in shower in Lake Mary
Many Lake Mary showers sit on the second floor, over wood framing and a finished ceiling, and that changes the details. A curbless entry upstairs means recessing the floor between joists or building up the rest of the bathroom floor, which we plan once the framing is exposed. We use a bonded waterproofing membrane, flood test the pan before tile and run the drain under our plumbing license, CFC1433952. Permits go to the City of Lake Mary Building Division, or Seminole County for Heathrow parcels, and gated HOAs set our work hours, parking and gate access.
Local details we plan around
- Much of Heathrow is unincorporated Seminole County, so the county, not the City of Lake Mary, issues those permits.
- Gated communities control contractor access, hours and dumpster placement, which affects scheduling and deliveries.
- Second-floor bathrooms sit over finished rooms, so waterproofing and leak protection matter more than in a single-story house.
- Original plumbing components from the 1980s to 2000s, such as water heaters, shutoff valves and supply lines, are often due for replacement during a remodel.
For the full picture of materials, design choices and how the work is sequenced, see our walk-in showers guide for Central Florida, or read more about remodeling in Lake Mary.
Scope
What the work includes
Tub removal and demolition
We remove the tub or old shower, the surround and the wall tile down to the studs, and check the framing, slab and subfloor for water damage before anything new goes in.
Drain relocation in the slab
Tub drains sit at one end; shower drains sit in the center or along a wall. We cut the slab, reroute and slope the drain, and get it inspected before patching.
New valve and shower heads
Pressure-balancing or thermostatic valves, rain heads, handheld showers on slide bars and body sprays, roughed in at heights that suit the people using the shower every day.
Waterproofing and flood test
A bonded waterproofing membrane or a sloped pan liner, sealed at the drain, valve, niche and bench, then flood tested before a single tile is set.
Tile, niches and benches
Porcelain or ceramic tile on walls and floor, recessed niches placed where you can reach them, and a built-in or floating bench framed and waterproofed with the rest of the shower.
Glass and finish work
Frameless doors, fixed panels or a walk-in layout with no door, measured after tile is finished. Then trim, paint, grout sealing where needed and a final walk-through.
Our process
How a walk-in shower in Lake Mary runs
The same five steps on every kitchen, bath and renovation. Online requests get a call back within 24 to 48 hours.
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We visit you at home
We measure the space, note where plumbing, gas and electrical run today, and ask how you use the room. The design starts at this visit.
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3D design rendering
Your measurements become a 3D model, so you see the layout, cabinet heights and finishes before anything is ordered or torn out.
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Material selection
You choose cabinets, counters, tile and fixtures with our designer in the Kingspointe Pkwy showroom, against the final design.
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Ordering and permits
We order material, check every item against your selections, and pull the permits the scope needs.
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We build, then walk it with you
Our crew and licensed trades do the work and pass inspections. We finish with a walk-through, room by room.
Google reviews
Reviews from our customers
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★★★★★
"We recently had Prime Construction update a guest bathroom. They did an amazing job and were extremely on top of the process. They communicated throughout the process and kept us updated. They very professional and kept a very clean work area. They started on time and finished as promised. No surprises along the way. We would recommend them without hesitation!"
Thomas K.Posted on Google · January 2026 Read -
★★★★★
"Prime Kitchens renovated my kitchen and two bathrooms and we were extremely pleased with the result. Johnny Kaplan was very helpful in with his advice and his installers, Ricardo and his partner, were dependable and always went the extra mile to help us out. I would highly recommend this business to anyone interested in a full kitchen re-design."
Kathi S.Posted on Google · February 2024 Read -
★★★★★
"We absolutely love our new dream bathroom! Asaf listened to everything we wanted and went beyond we what could imagine! They work quickly, efficiently and are very clean! The prices are great and we’ll definitely use Prime again for future renovations! WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND PRIME!"
Geo W.Posted on Google · March 2026 Read
FAQ
Walk-In Showers in Lake Mary: questions
Do not see your question? Call us or send the estimate form and we will answer it on the phone.
Can a walk-in shower go on the second floor of my Lake Mary home?
Yes, and many primary baths in two-story Lake Mary homes are upstairs. The difference is what sits below. We check the floor framing for stiffness, slope the shower floor on a solid base, use a bonded waterproofing membrane and flood test the pan before any tile goes down, so a leak does not reach the ceiling below. A low-curb or curbless design is still possible with planning.
Do you work in Heathrow, and who issues the permit there?
Yes, we remodel kitchens and bathrooms in Heathrow. Much of Heathrow is unincorporated Seminole County, so the Seminole County Building Division issues the permit rather than the City of Lake Mary. We check each parcel's tax district on the property appraiser record and file with the correct office, then coordinate gate access and work hours with the HOA.
Do I need HOA approval to remodel a kitchen in Lake Mary?
Usually not for interior work, but check your community's rules. Most Lake Mary and Heathrow HOAs only review exterior changes, such as windows, doors and additions. Many still set rules for contractors on hours, parking, gate access and where a dumpster can go, and some ask for notice before work starts. We read the rules and handle any submittal.
How much does a walk-in shower cost?
It depends on how much the plumbing moves, the shower size, the tile and the glass. A conversion that stays in the tub footprint with a low curb is a smaller project than a curbless shower that recesses the slab and uses a linear drain and large frameless glass. We give a written estimate after measuring your bathroom at home.
How long does a tub to shower conversion take?
Most tub to shower conversions take about 2 to 3 weeks of work on site, plus time for the glass. Demolition and plumbing take a few days, waterproofing and tile about a week or two, and the glass is measured after tile and installed 1 to 2 weeks later.
Do I need a permit to convert a tub to a shower in Florida?
Usually yes. A tub to shower conversion changes the drain and the valve, and plumbing changes generally require a permit from your city or county building department. We pull the plumbing permit under our own license, schedule the inspections and close the permit out, so the work is on record when you sell.
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Showroom and office
Serving Lake Mary from our Orlando showroom
Our showroom on Kingspointe Parkway is about 23 miles from Lake Mary in a straight line. Come see cabinets, counters and vanities in person before you decide.
7922 Kingspointe Pkwy Ste 110Orlando, FL 32819
- Monday to Friday9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Estimates
Request a walk-in shower estimate in Lake Mary
Tell us about the project. We call back within 24 to 48 hours to set up the in-home measure, and you get a written estimate after the visit.
- In-home measure and 3D design before you commit
- Licensed general contractor and plumbing contractor
- Permits pulled and inspections handled by us