A traditional bathtub may no longer suit the way your household uses the bathroom. Marathon Bath Systems helps South Lyon homeowners turn older tub spaces into more practical shower areas with improved entry, cleaner finishes, and features selected for everyday comfort. With a tub to walk-in shower conversion South Lyon MI, the project begins with the bathroom you already have. We evaluate the tub footprint, plumbing position, surrounding surfaces, and available clearance so the replacement shower works naturally within the existing space.
High-sided tubs can become inconvenient when stepping in and out feels awkward or when the bathing area no longer matches the homeowner’s routine. Instead of redesigning the entire bathroom, the existing tub area can often become the starting point for a more useful shower configuration.
A tub to walk-in shower conversion project begins with careful measurements and an assessment of the existing walls, plumbing connections, floor area, and entrance clearance. Once the bathtub is removed, we can determine how the new shower base, walls, enclosure, and fixtures should fit together. The goal is not simply to remove a tub. It is to create a bathing area that feels easier to enter, less restrictive, and better suited to everyday use.
Every conversion presents different conditions once the old bathtub and surrounding materials are evaluated. Some bathrooms have older plumbing, uneven surfaces, limited wall depth, or layouts that require careful fixture positioning.
For a professional tub to shower conversion South Lyon MI, our team starts with measurement and project planning before removal begins. The existing bathtub is taken out, the exposed area is reviewed, and necessary preparation is completed before the shower base and surrounding wall system are fitted. Fixtures, enclosure components, and selected accessories follow once the main installation is properly positioned. This sequence helps create a finished shower that feels intentional rather than simply placed into the space the bathtub left behind.
We study the original tub footprint, wall dimensions, plumbing, and entry area before determining the replacement shower configuration.
Controls, showerheads, handheld fixtures, and accessories are positioned with convenience and available wall space in mind.
Lower-entry shower bases, grab bars, seating, and other supportive features can be incorporated where the layout allows.
New shower walls and base materials can replace worn bathtub surrounds with finishes that feel fresher and are easier to maintain.
After removing an outdated bathtub, the bathing area can be redesigned to feel more open, organized, and comfortable for everyday use. The existing footprint gives homeowners room to improve how they enter the shower, where fixtures are placed, and how storage is incorporated.
With a tub to walk-in shower conversion near me in Livonia, MI the new setup can include coordinated wall finishes, built-in niches, seating, handheld fixtures, grab bars, and enclosure options that better suit the room. Each feature is planned around the available space so the finished shower feels practical rather than crowded.
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Elaine DensenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I am very pleased with the workmanship of Marathon Bath who remodeled my outdated bathroom with a walk-in shower and state-of-art materials and design. They took every precaution to protect my home and furnishings. I recommend them highly.Posted on Google![]()
Marta VictoryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Marathon team did a wonderful job in restoring my bathroom of 65years into a bright looking standing shower. Great clean and respectable workers and also at a affordable price.Posted on Google![]()
Lawrence RussmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
From start to end, all of the workers did an outstanding job. The job entailed removing everything down to the studs in our upper level bathroom, due to the presence of mold. The workers laid down cloths in all areas from the garage, where their tools, supplies & bathroom fixtures, etc were to the bathroom, ensuring no damage to any part of the house. The installer did an exceptionally professional job & was meticulous in preparing the room, equipment, fixtures, etc. Although we purchased some fixtures ourselves, the installer informed us why some were of inferior quality & suggested alternatives, which were often less expensive. We have two more bathrooms to be remodeled next year that we will no doubt be using marathon Bath Systems again. To summarize, Outstanding.Posted on Google![]()
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We are extremely happy with our shower upgrade from Marathon Bath Systems. The quality of work is excellent and the attention to detail was impressive! We couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Marathon Bath Systems to anyone considering a shower upgrade.Posted on Google![]()
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We had our shower replaced through Marathon Bath Systems 3 days ago. They were wonderful! 1st, they were NOT high pressure playing the the game some other company plays like Jacuzzi Bath, Bath R Us and Premier Home Pros, gives a price as high like $19,038.00 then haggle between the sales rep, and their management to get the price down to $14k to $13k. And these companies will charge you extra for the shower head, or the seat or pull bar. Marathon has these items (not the seat package) included in their package of $7995! This a 💯 percent REAL PRICE! We got the seat package which came with the niche (not offered by the other companies) a long pull bar, two corner pull bars and the middle pull bar. Because Marathon's price was so much better we were able to afford the Glass door (we did not get the two corner pull bars/shelves because we have a small shower it looked to busy for us.) Marathon also had more options to choose from. They came on time. They did an EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT JOB! They were so caring about every detail. We highly recommend Marathon bath systems! You not be disappointed!Posted on Google![]()
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BEST EXPERIENCE W/ CONTRACTOR, PROMPT,PROFESSIONAL, EXCELLENT JOB. VERY HAPPY W/ FINISHED JOB ! Will PLAN TO HAVE THEM BACK TO DO ANOTHER JOB !!!Posted on Google![]()
Troy TaylorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They did an exceptionally great job couldn’t ask for better job and great service Very professional operation ROBERT was so good with communicating with me made everything very clear I recommend them to anybody Great CompanyPosted on Google![]()
Diane Webb FowkesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Robert and his crew did an excellent job. they went over and above to give us a bueatiful shower! The crew was very good and the workmanship great. Trash was removed every day.Posted on Google![]()
Amy ParkerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They did such an awesome job giving me a beautiful bathroom. It's a small bathroom, but now it's beautifully updated! The team was hard working, very professional and considerate. I would highly recommend Marathon Bath Systems!Posted on Google![]()
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Very happy with our project. It was fast, clean and professionally finished. Great communication. Highly recommend.
In many bathrooms, yes. We first measure the tub footprint and review the plumbing, walls, floor conditions, and entry clearance. Those conditions determine how the replacement shower can be configured.
The exposed bathing area is inspected and prepared before the shower base and wall system are installed. Plumbing and fixture locations are also reviewed so the new components fit the planned layout correctly.
Depending on the available space and selected system, homeowners can consider lower-entry bases, grab bars, seating, handheld fixtures, and more convenient control placement.
Not necessarily. A conversion can often stay focused on the existing tub area, allowing homeowners to improve the bathing space without changing unrelated parts of the bathroom.
Ready to make your bathroom safer and more comfortable? Contact Robert today to discuss your walk-in shower or tub to walk-in shower conversion project.
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