Custom Showers in Oklahoma City
A custom tile shower in Oklahoma City costs between $7,500 and $13,500 and takes 4 to 7 working days to build from bare studs. Parsons Custom Bath and Shower builds custom walk-in tile showers across the OKC metro featuring certified Schluter-KERDI lifetime waterproofing, 2-inch DWV high-flow drain conversions, a 24-hour flood-tested mortar bed, and precision-set tile with Donnie Parsons on-site every day.
How We Build: The 5-Step Waterproof Shower Process
Most shower leaks in Oklahoma homes happen because contractors cut corners behind the tile. Here is exactly how our builds are engineered from bare framing to ready-for-glass.
Studs-Out Tear-Out & 2" DWV Drain Conversion
We strip failing tile, moisture-damaged drywall, or old tub inserts down to bare wood framing and subfloor, inspecting for hidden water rot or mold. Bathtub drains use 1.5-inch lines prone to sluggish pooling. We convert the plumbing below the slab or subfloor to a 2-inch DWV PVC line so high-flow shower fixtures drain instantly.
Hand-Troweled 1/4" Pre-Slope Mortar Bed
A leakproof shower begins with the pre-slope. We pack a screeded dry-pack mortar bed pitched at 1/4-inch per linear foot toward the integrated bonding flange drain. This guarantees water that reaches the pan drains immediately toward the pipe rather than pooling under tile.
Schluter-KERDI Waterproofing & 24-Hr Flood Test
We seal the shower from subfloor to ceiling using certified Schluter-KERDI bonded membrane and prefabricated waterproof corners. Before setting a single tile, we plug the drain, fill the pan with water, and conduct a mandatory 24-hour flood test to verify zero water drop overnight.
TCNA-Compliant Precision Tile Lay & Movement Joints
Tile is installed using laser leveling lines and mechanical tension clips to guarantee flat surfaces without lippage. Per TCNA EJ171 specifications, all inside corners and wall-to-floor plane changes are sealed with 100% color-matched silicone to absorb building movement without cracking grout.
Solid Quartz Curb Caps & Glass-Ready Prep
We never leave grout joints on flat horizontal surfaces where standing water can penetrate. Shower curbs, niche sills, and bench tops are capped with single-piece solid quartz slabs pitched slightly inward. Openings are plumbed and reinforced for heavy frameless glass doors.
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We inspect your plumbing, measure framing pitch, check subfloor integrity, and provide a transparent, line-item bid with no sales pressure.
1-Day Acrylic Franchises vs. Handymen vs. OKCBath
Homeowners in Oklahoma City are constantly sold plastic bath liners for $10,000+. Compare the construction standards before you sign any contract.
| Construction Standard | 1-Day Bath Franchise | Uninsured Handyman | OKCBath / Parsons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterproofing Barrier | Plastic acrylic overlay glued over old drywall/mold | Cement board or greenboard (seeps moisture over time) | 100% Schluter-KERDI vapor-impermeable bonded membrane |
| Shower Pan Foundation | Hollow acrylic pan prone to flexing and squeaking | Generic vinyl liner or flat un-pitched mortar | Pre-sloped dry-pack mortar bed with 1/4" pitch to drain |
| Plumbing Drain Line | Left at narrow 1.5" tub drain (sluggish pooling) | Usually left unchanged to cut labor costs | Upgraded to 2" DWV high-flow PVC line below subfloor |
| Water Test Verification | None (panels glued and caulked) | Rarely tested before tiling | Mandatory 24-hour pan flood test before any tile is laid |
| Curbs & Niche Ledges | Plastic trim strips caulked together | Cut tiles with vulnerable grout joints on flat ledge | Single-piece solid quartz slabs pitched for water runoff |
| Crew & Accountability | Rotating subcontractors paid on piece-rate speed | Solo handyman juggling 4 other side jobs | Dedicated master tile craftsman on your job site every day |
| Waterproof Warranty | Limited franchise warranty with mold disclaimers | Tail-light warranty (gone when the truck leaves) | Lifetime Leakproof Warranty with full Schluter system |
Why Oklahoma Concrete Slabs Crack Tile (And How We Stop It)
Oklahoma red clay expands aggressively in wet springs and contracts drastically in dry summers. This movement creates hairline shifting in concrete foundation slabs across Oklahoma City, Edmond, and Yukon. If tile is bonded directly to the slab, it cracks within 2 years. We isolate the foundation with Schluter uncoupling membranes and 100% flexible silicone expansion joints at every plane change per TCNA EJ171 specifications.
Custom Shower & Remodeling Investment Packages
Every home is unique, but high-end custom tile remodeling shouldn't be a guessing game. Here are our transparent turnkey ranges covering demolition, plumbing, waterproofing, and tile.
Essential Walk-In Tile Shower
Standard 30"x60" alcove replacements & tub-to-shower conversions
- Full studs-out demolition & rotted framing remediation
- 2-inch DWV high-flow drain conversion below subfloor
- Hand-troweled 1/4" per foot pre-slope mortar pan
- 100% Schluter-KERDI bonded waterproofing membrane
- Mandatory 24-hour pan flood test before tile setting
- Subway or large-format porcelain wall tile up to 8 ft
- Single recessed tile niche & solid quartz curb threshold
- Frameless glass door templating coordination
Custom Designer Tile Shower
Master bathrooms, expanded footprints & intricate stone tile
- Everything in Essential, plus expanded shower footprint
- Ceiling-height tile installation with waterproof ceiling wrap
- Custom double niche or full-width horizontal accent niche
- Solid quartz bench seating with single-piece stone top
- Upgraded plumbing: Dual-valve rain head & handheld wand
- Natural stone, zellige, or herringbone feature wall layout
- Stain-resistant urethane or epoxy grout installation
- Lifetime Schluter manufacturer system warranty
Luxury Master Wetroom & Full Bath
Complete studs-out master bath transformations & curbless wetrooms
- Curbless zero-threshold walk-in entry with integrated linear drain
- Subfloor recessing & Schluter-DITRA uncoupling membrane
- Freestanding tub and open wetroom zone integration
- Large-format porcelain slabs or bookmatched marble tile
- In-floor radiant heating system (Schluter-DITRA-HEAT)
- Custom double vanity plumbing rough-ins & electrical coordination
- Moisture-resistant drywall, fresh paint & finish trim carpentry
- Turnkey project management with dedicated owner supervision
Built from the framing forward
Most shower problems start where homeowners cannot see them. Donnie tears out failing work when needed, checks the framing, plans the drain and slope, then waterproofs the shower before tile starts.
Details that make it feel custom
Niches, benches, curbs, glass-ready openings, trim lines, and grout choices are planned together so the finished shower does not look patched together after the expensive material is already on the wall.
Frequently asked questions
Why Oklahoma City
homeowners choose us
- Schluter Certified Waterproofing
- 24-Hour Pan Flood Testing
- 2\" DWV High-Flow Plumbing Conversions
- Laser-level layout checks & EJ171 joints
- Single-piece solid quartz curb & niche caps
- Owner on your job site every day
Based in Choctaw, taking custom walk-in shower remodels, tub conversions, and studs-out bath renovations with zero subcontracted labor.
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$20,100 - $26,400
Estimate basis: $22,800This is a preliminary project estimate, not a final bid. It uses your selected bathroom type, finish level, structural changes, timeline, and local ZIP context.
55 sq. ft. estimate size. Final measurements can move this up or down.
Remove tub or insert, rebuild the opening, plan slope, drain, waterproofing, and glass.
Allowance for behind-the-wall prep, membrane detail, drywall repair, trim, and finish touchups.
Allowance for hidden damage, access issues, framing correction, and site conditions.
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