Even if you don’t plan on a full bathroom remodel, investing in a shower redo can still be worth the investment for your home. However, it will mainly depend on how it’s designed along with the visual and functional features you choose.
Not all types of shower renovations can add significant value to your home property, so it helps to work with the right contractors who’ll work with you with the design and layout. They’ll also make sure that you won’t have to spend more than you need for your new bathroom!
Investing in a Walk-In Shower
Like many homeowners, you want to always enjoy taking a nice, long bath in the tub after a long day. While it’s relaxing to unwind in a tub to momentarily forget about your daily responsibilities, a shower can also provide the same comfort at the end of the day. Some people do prefer walk-in showers over tubs, after all, since they like to use only as much water as they need. A walk-in shower is also worth considering for any bath renovation plan as it offers many design configurations and features that meet the needs of the homeowner.
While it’s normal to design your walk-in shower according to your preferences, it can be a bit overwhelming to choose which features to install. But even simple upgrades such as a heated tile floor and a steam shower wall can make a big difference in your home value than just plain laminate flooring. You can even invest in luxury flooring and fixtures if it’s for your visual preference, but this won’t significantly increase the overall value. If you want to keep the remodeling costs low while also increasing your home’s resale value, minimize on the ornate elements and go for the simpler and cleaner details that everyone can appreciate.
Factors to Consider When Designing Your Walk-In Shower
If you’re planning to sell your home soon, it also helps to learn a bit about the potential buyers you may encounter. This will help you give an idea of how you want to design your walk-in shower and plan your bathroom remodel. These can include:
- Elderly home buyers: Elderly couples or individuals looking to purchase a home will have a different perspective on the types of features they’re looking for compared to other buyers. For instance, they know how a bathtub can be difficult to use because they have to climb over the edge each time they use it. They’re also looking for the safety features they need in a bathroom to prevent accidents and injuries. This is what makes walk-in showers appealing to many seniors because of the option to sit on a chair while showering and maneuver through the bathroom space without the risk of falling.
- Families with children and pets: As different buyers check out your home, you’ll encounter a few families who probably brought their children or pets along as well. While they may be interested in a walk-in shower, they’re more likely to look for a bathroom that has at least one tub that lets them bathe with their children. Some homeowners also use tubs to bathe their pet cats or dogs if doing it outdoors isn’t an option. But if you’re already planning a bath renovation that features both a walk-in shower and a bathtub, you can be sure this can still increase your home’s resale value and appeal!
Walk-In Showers and Their Appeal
It’s worth noting that walk-in showers appeal to a large demographic of young and old buyers. Not only does it help increase your home’s resale value but also attract more buyers who prefer stall showers over tubs. Some of these people include:
- Young Couples and Professionals
While it always increases your home’s appeal when you’re in a child-friendly neighborhood, it can also attract young professionals or couples who don’t have any immediate plans to have children. A walk-in shower becomes a big asset to have when they’re looking to purchase a new home, especially since they’d usually start their day with a shower before they leave for work. Having a tub is more of a bonus for them as they can choose to soak in a long bath once they get home after a long day’s work.
- People With Mobility Concerns
Besides the elderly, many people find it difficult to navigate through a bathroom because of their mobility issues. Going over a barrier just to get in and out of a tub can be tedious as well as dangerous without the right safety features in place. This is why walk-in showers are popular for those with mobility issues since entering and exiting the area is simple and barrier-free! Of course, other safety and accessibility features should also be included in your shower installation, such as grab bars and built-in seating. But it’s usually worth the investment if it means your home gets purchased sooner than later.
Expect a significant return on your investment (ROI) when you install a walk-in shower that looks neat, clean and neutral. It’s worth noting, however, that the ultimate value of any residential property will depend on the overall decision of a home buyer. Replacing the bathtub with a shower stall may have a considerable impact on your home’s overall value, at least in the eyes and minds of real estate agents and appraisers. That said, home buyers still look for other features that will help meet their needs and preferences. Based on the different home buyer demographics discussed above, a walk-in shower may very well be a great selling point that will attract them to check out your home and consider making the purchase.
At The Bathroom Store, our team is committed to transforming your outdated or inaccessible bathroom into something you will enjoy and love. With our bathroom remodeling services, you can have a new bathroom in just a few days – in fact, most of our bathroom remodel jobs can be completed in five days or less
Count on our team to work with you closely to identify your wants and needs for your new shower, whether you’re looking for a tub-to-shower conversion or need a brand-new shower installation. Talk to our team of remodelers today by calling (701) 515-0370! You may also fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.
