Shower Replacement and Repair
VA Beach, Norfolk, Suffolk:
(757) 425-2400
Newport News, Hampton, Williamsburg:
(757) 595-9900

shower Replacement & Repair


One of the key elements of a home is the bathroom. And a great shower or bath can leave you feeling refreshed, while a weak or broken shower can force you to start your day in a stressful way. From leaky pipes and dripping faucets to pooling water and cracked walls, a bathroom in disrepair can be upsetting. A-1 American offers bath tub replacement and repair to include structure, piping, clogged drains, new water pipework, and yes, even a full shower replacement. 

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Shower Faucet Repair

In some cases, there may be problems with your existing shower’s plumbing. You might not need a full shower or tub replacement, but the faucet and spigot could be problematic. Is there a waterfall in your shower stall after you’ve turned off the water faucet? Shower leaks are typically bigger than a dripping sink. If your shower head is losing one drop per minute, that’s nearly 50 gallons of water a week! We can fix that. We can also fix your shower or bath tub drain if you feel like you’re standing in a puddle or pond every time you jump in to start your day.

Call A-1 American if you need shower repair. Our plumbers can fix a wide range of pipe, drain, faucet  issues to include:
  • Drain cleaning
  • Resetting excavations/pipe repair
  • Garbage disposals
  • Rooter service
  • Tub and shower repair
  • Waterline replacement
  • Boiler installation
  • Tankless water heater replacement
  • Leaky faucet repair
  • Trenchless repair
  • Toilet repair and replacement
  • Sewer line repairs
  • Wet spots on the ceiling below the tub or shower
  • Dripping shower head or faucet
  • Broken shower head or control panel
  • No hot water
  • Slow bathtub or shower drain
  • Shower leak behind a wall
  • Worn fittings and washers
  • Leaking bathtub faucet
  • No running water
  • Burst or cracked pipes
  • Spinning tub or shower faucet handles

Bath and Shower Replacement Services & Tub to Shower Conversions

Bathtubs can be a wonderful way to relax and get away from the stress of the day, but sometimes we find that we have no need for a tub or our circumstances have changed and we need more mobility options.  

When you’re having serious shower or bathtub plumbing issues, you may decide it’s time to replace the entire unit. Your issues may involve cracked tiles, holes in the walls or flooring, a damaged structure or burst water pipes, to name a few. Choosing shower replacement may seem like a daunting idea, but it’s usually for the best. With that being said, let us break down a few shower replacement ideas that are available.

Bathtub/Shower Combo

This is one of the most common types of showers that you see in homes. The bathtub and shower are combined into one combined unit. This shower style is ideal for bathrooms with small areas. The basic concept is to use a typical bathtub set-up and add a shower portion which uses the existing bathtub drain. This shower replacement type is generally available in porcelain and acrylic.

Bathtub and Shower

While this is a more luxurious option for homeowner, it’s the more expensive of the options. A separate bathtub and shower replacement often requires additional piping, even when the shower and bathtub are side by side on the same wall. This requires removing the flooring or wall structure for the piping to be installed. All flooring and walls are reinstalled. This type of shower replacement service requires much more space. However, if cost isn’t really an issue, then this is a great choice to make. This allows homeowners the option of taking a shower when necessary, or being able to relax in a nice luxurious bath when more time is available.ize its design by using different colors, fonts, font sizes and bullets. Just highlight the words you want to design and choose from the various options in the text editing bar. 

Standalone Shower

The obvious choice for small bathrooms or people on-the-go is a single shower stall. Standalone showers are typically made with a frameless glass shower enclosure, which adds a very artistic look to the bathroom layout. This shower style is more expensive than the bathtub-shower combo, but will definitely cost less than the separated bathtub and shower concept. Standalone shower replacement will generally not require any additional plumbing, but more creative ideas such as new tile or faucets. It requires a contractor to install artistic architecture for the desired effect.

Standalone Tub

Catering to the homeowner with a penchant for a touch of elegance in relaxation, the standalone bathtub adds a luxurious atmosphere to the bathroom. This form of shower replacement includes whirlpools and claw-foot tubs, which create a spa-like atmosphere. Standalone bathtubs are typically only ideal if another shower is located in the household. Pricing can vary depending on exact models, and additional plumbing may be required depending on the location of the faucets. Tiling can also be added for more appeal.
If your shower is leaking behind the walls, dripping like a waterfall or pooling like a lake, call A-1 American Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning. Our professional local plumbers can remedy the problem. Use our contact form or, if it’s an emergency, call 757-425-2400 on the Southside or 757-595-9900 on the Peninsula.
Does it cost more after hours?
No! Your quote will never change based on the time of day or day of the week. 
How much is a new HVAC unit? 
Price varies based on size and location. Fortunately, we work with several distributors to make sure you get the best deal in the quickest amount of time. 
Do you do service contracts? 
We will honor previously signed service contracts, but we are no longer accepting service contracts at either location. 
How can you bill by the job, not by the hour?
When a technician writes up your quote, he will give you an estimate based on the parts and labor required for the job. This way, our quote will be the same regardless of how much time your technician spends on the project. 
How soon can a technician get to me? 
At A-1 American, we understand that plumbing or HVAC services may be an emergency. We have a team of technicians on call 24/7 who take jobs on a first-come first-serve basis, so we can handle calls much quicker than the competition, usually getting to you the same day (and often within a few hours).

Do you offer free estimates? 

A-1 American provides free estimates on specific services. If you are replacing your entire HVAC system, wanting to convert to a tankless water heater, or needing an entire house repiped, we are more than happy to provide our quotes free of charge. Unfortunately, due to travel and time limitations, we do require a $179 dispatch fee for all other assessments. This fee does not apply if you agree to the services recommended by the dispatched technician.

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