Shower Pan — Installation & Replacement

Stop leaks and protect your bathroom for the long haul. We replace failing shower pans and install new, code-compliant bases that drain correctly and keep water where it belongs.

When replacement makes sense

• Damp spots outside the shower or stains on the ceiling below
• Grout or caulk repairs don’t hold for long
• Musty odors, loose tiles, or cracked acrylic bases
• Remodels where you want a clean, reliable start

Your options

• Tiled shower with waterproof pan — mortar bed built with a pre-slope, waterproof liner or modern membrane, and a clamping drain with open weep holes for moisture to escape.
• Prefab shower base — one-piece acrylic or solid-surface receptor with an integral slope for fast installs and easy cleaning. Sizes and drain locations to fit most bathrooms.

How we build it right

• Proper slope to the drain so water can’t sit and soak through
• Continuous waterproofing over the floor and up the walls to at least curb height
• Curb built and sealed to stop splash-over and wick-back
• Weep holes kept open so moisture under tile can dry out into the drain
• Solid subfloor and support to prevent flex, cracked grout, and leaks

Installation process

1. On-site assessment — check structure, drain location, and the best pan type for your space.
2. Options and written pricing after the visit — tile pan vs. prefab base, drain style, and finishes.
3. Removal and prep — demo the old pan, inspect framing, fix rot if found, set or form the new base with the correct slope.
4. Waterproofing and drain — install liner or membrane, clamp the drain, protect weep holes, and seal all seams.
5. Flood test — fill and hold to confirm the pan is watertight before tile or glass goes in.
6. Finish and handoff — tile or set the new base, seal edges, and review simple care tips.

Why it matters

A properly built shower pan stops hidden water damage, mold, and loose tile. It protects framing and finishes and keeps the bathroom looking fresh for years.

Wondering If We Cover Your City?

Our services are just as easy to schedule across multiple parts of the Bay Area. In the South Bay, we serve San Jose, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Cambrian Park, Cupertino, Mountain View, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and Menlo Park.

On the Peninsula and the West Bay, we provide the same convenient support in Atherton, Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, Foster City, and surrounding areas. In the East Bay, we’re available in Fremont, Newark, Milpitas, and Union City—so wherever you are in our service area, help is close by and simple to book.

If you’re not sure whether we cover your neighborhood, just reach out—give us a call or submit a request online. It’s quick, easy, and completely free, and we’ll confirm availability and next steps right away.

Schedule a plumber for an on-site shower pan assessment and installation plan: 510-400-6425.