Shower & Bathtub Installation in Hollywood, FL
Shower and bathtub installation in Hollywood, FL covers the plumbing behind the tile: valves, drains, waterproofing and tests. Call (954) 697-4920 for a free estimate on a remodel, or any hour for a leaking shower or tub.
- Free estimates on remodels
- Valve, drain and waterproofing
- Leak testing
Behind The Tile
Where a Shower Actually Fails
Most shower failures are not the tile. They are the waterproofing behind it, the pan under it and the drain connection beneath. Grout cracks let water in, and a poorly sealed pan lets it escape slowly into the subfloor.
Because South Florida is humid, a damp wall cavity grows mold and rots framing quietly. A shower installed with the right layers resists that for decades.
Build Order
Layer by Layer: How a Shower Is Built
- 1
Rough plumbing
Set the valve, drain and supply.
- 2
Pan and slope
Build or install a sloped base that drains.
- 3
Waterproof
Apply a membrane that meets industry standards.
- 4
Test and tile
Flood test, then tile, grout and seal.
Industry standards such as ANSI A118.10 cover waterproof membranes for tile installations, and your installer should tell you which system they use.
Water coming through the ceiling below?
Close the valve and call. Water behind tile does not stop on its own.
Valves
Choosing a Shower Valve
| Valve type | How it works | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-balance | Adjusts to pressure changes to limit scalding | Most single-family homes |
| Thermostatic | Holds a set temperature | Multi-head showers and comfort |
| Combination | Uses both mechanisms | Higher-end setups |
| Diverter systems | Direct water between outlets | Tub and shower combos |
Safety
What to Do if Shower Water Turns Scalding
- Step out of the water stream immediately.
- Check that the water heater thermostat is set near 120 degrees.
- Look at the shower valve cartridge, which may be worn.
- Do not remove the anti-scald stop on the valve handle.
- Call for service if the temperature swings in other fixtures too.
Humidity
Ventilation and Mold After the Remodel
A new shower in a humid climate needs a working exhaust fan, ducted outside and sized for the room. Without it, moisture settles on ceilings and grout and mold follows.
Ask the installer how the fan will be ducted and whether the switch is on a timer. A fan that runs for twenty minutes after each shower protects the finishes you just paid for, and it costs very little to run.
Condo Reality
Bath Remodels in Condos and Older Homes
In a condo, a leak at your shower can reach the unit below, so many associations require a waterproofing plan, contractor insurance and approved work hours. Ask management first, and ask what flood test they expect.
Older houses may have galvanized supply or cast iron drains behind the wall. A remodel is a good time to replace them, since the wall is already open. See toilet repair and installation and faucet and sink repair for the rest of the bathroom. Towers in Hallandale Beach bring their own rules, covered on that page.
Walk-In Showers
Curbless Showers: What Changes Underneath
A curbless shower needs the floor to slope toward the drain across the whole base, which usually means lowering the subfloor or building up the surrounding floor. Settle the drain type, whether point or linear, and the waterproofing at the room edge before demolition starts.
On a slab, lowering the floor can mean cutting concrete, so the plumbing, the permit and the finish work have to be planned together.
Around Hollywood
Shower and Tub Work in Hollywood Condos and Houses
A bathroom remodel in a condo near Hollywood Beach needs building approval, a work schedule and often a waterproofing plan that protects the unit below. A house in Hollywood Hills or Emerald Hills is simpler to access but still needs a tested drain.
Ask about the valve rough-in and the pan before tile goes down. Water behind tile does not stop on its own.
Pricing
What Shapes the Price of Shower and Tub Work
Planned work gets a free estimate. Call (954) 697-4920.
Questions
Shower and Bathtub Questions
The Florida Building Code, Plumbing, built on the International Plumbing Code (IPC), requires shower and tub-shower valves that protect against scalding, such as pressure-balance, thermostatic or combination types. It also limits the maximum hot water temperature at the outlet.
A shower with a pan liner is commonly flood tested, filled with water and left to stand to check for leaks before tile goes in. The test is part of a proper job.
Poor waterproofing, a failed pan or drain connection, and cracked grout are the usual causes. Water behind tile may not show for months.
Often yes. The drain, the floor slope, the waterproofing and the wall framing all change, and a permit is normally required. Condo rules add another layer.
Either. Replacement involves the drain, the supply and the surrounding wall, while refinishing changes only the surface. The condition of the tub and the plumbing decides.
Close the shower valve if you can reach it, and call. Residential leak detection separates a shower leak from a supply line leak.