Bathroom Remodeling Services in Portland, OR
Tub you never use, soft wall by the shower, or a bathroom that needs safer access. We start with the plumbing and waterproofing you cannot see, then give you one price before work starts.
Which Bathroom Service Fits
Most Portland bathroom projects come down to what is happening behind the tile. Soft drywall, a musty smell, or fog that never clears usually means moisture is winning. At Wild Pine Plumbing we start with the supply lines, drains, and waterproofing, then plan the finish work. Many Portland homes were built before 1940, so opening a wall often reveals original pipes that should be checked before new tile goes back on.
Below is each bathroom service we offer and how it differs from the next. If a remodel turns into a larger plumbing repair, we say so plainly and handle that before closing the walls. Not sure where to start? Call (503) 594-4779 and we will walk it through with you.
Tub to Shower Conversion
A tub you have not soaked in for years and a damp curtain is the classic setup for a tub to shower conversion, especially in small Portland bungalows where the tub eats most of the room. We remove the tub, open the walls, adjust framing and the drain if needed, then waterproof, tile, set fixtures, and finish with glass.
Waterproofing is the step people underestimate. Tile and grout are not waterproof on their own. Once the tub is out you often see decades-old supply lines and drains for the first time, which is the right moment to check them before new finishes cover them again.
Bathtub Replacement
Bathtub replacement keeps a tub in the room and swaps the old one for a new one. It fits families who still need bath time, or anyone who wants a tub without changing the layout. Old cast iron tubs are heavy in tight bathrooms, so planning the path out matters. With the tub out we check the drain, overflow, and shutoffs. Hooking a new tub to a corroded drain is a shortcut we will not take.
Planning a bathroom update?
Send photos of the room and any soft spots for a price up front.
Shower Waterproofing
Soft drywall next to a shower is usually a real problem. Shower waterproofing is the membrane, pan liner, and moisture barrier behind the tile and under the floor. Soft walls, loose tile, musty smells, or stains on the ceiling below are signs to look closer. A wet wall is not always a failed membrane. Sometimes it is a leaking valve or supply line, and we sort that out before tearing out tile. Shower door installation is a later finishing step, not a substitute for waterproofing.
ADA Bathroom Upgrades
ADA bathroom upgrades make a bathroom safer when balance, steps, or mobility are getting harder. That can include a curb-free shower, comfort-height fixtures, wider clearances, and controls that are easier to reach. Older Portland bathrooms are often tight, so fitting a curbless shower means planning floor slope so water runs to the drain instead of into the room. It is easier to plan this on your schedule than in the week before someone comes home from the hospital.
Shower Door Installation
Shower door installation finishes a tiled shower that is still stuck with a curtain. Glass does not fix a leak behind the wall, so waterproofing and tile come first. Small bathrooms often do better with a sliding door. Walk-in showers may only need a fixed panel. Older homes are rarely perfectly square, so careful measuring keeps edges from dripping.
Exhaust Fan Installation
Portland takes most of its rain from mid-October through mid-May, so bathroom steam needs a path outside. A working exhaust fan pulls wet air out of the room. Fogged mirrors that linger, musty smells, peeling ceiling paint, or black spots in corners are signs the fan is weak or missing. Hold a square of toilet paper to the grille with the fan on. If it does not stick, the fan is not moving much air. Some older fans dump into the attic instead of outdoors, which only moves the moisture somewhere else.
Bathroom Additions
Bathroom additions put a full bathroom where none existed, such as a basement finish, attic conversion, or addition. That means new supply lines, a drain tied into the existing system, proper venting, framing, waterproofing, and an exhaust fan from the start. Basements below the main sewer line need a different drain plan. Projects this size usually need City of Portland permits for plumbing and structure, so plan that early. Under Portland residential plumbing permit rules, fixture installs and replacements generally need a permit, while simple part fixes on existing fixtures often do not.
You get one price before we start, and that is the price at the end of the job. Military, first responders, and seniors get 10% off. For the rest of what we handle in Portland, start with our plumbers for Portland homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I get a tub to shower conversion or just replace my bathtub?
If bath time is done for good, a conversion opens the room. If you have young kids or want to keep a tub, replacement keeps the layout with a sound drain connection.
How do I know if my Portland bathroom has a hidden water problem?
Look for soft drywall near the shower, loose tile, musty smells, or stains on the ceiling below. We check waterproofing and plumbing together before new tile goes in.
When should I call about plumbing versus the finish work?
Call us either way. If a soft wall turns out to be a failing valve or supply line, we tell you plainly and fix the plumbing before closing the walls.
Is a curbless shower possible in a small Portland bathroom?
Yes, with careful planning for floor slope and clearances so water runs to the drain instead of into the room.
What is the difference between shower waterproofing and shower door installation?
Waterproofing is the hidden membrane behind tile and under the floor. A shower door is the visible glass finish that goes on after that work is done.
My old Portland house has original plumbing. Does that affect my remodel?
Often yes. Once walls or a tub open up, we check old supply lines and drains before covering them with new finishes.
Ready to Get Started?
Call (503) 594-4779.
Ask about our 10% discount for Military, First Responders & Seniors.