Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Boise Bath operates as a division of Iron Crest Remodeling Group LLC, fully licensed and insured in Idaho.

Yes. After your design consultation you receive a clear, fixed price for the agreed scope — no surprise change orders mid-project.

Yes. Every Boise Bath project is backed by a 3-year workmanship warranty, in addition to the manufacturer warranties on the materials we install, which we register on your behalf.

It starts with a free, no-obligation consultation and measurement. We then provide a fixed-price proposal and design direction, schedule the work, complete the build with our crews, and finish with a final walkthrough before the project is considered complete.

Yes. The City of Boise requires a permit when work removes wall coverings to expose framing, builds a wall or partition, or relocates a sink, tub, shower or toilet, and plumbing permits are required for most bathroom remodels when fixtures are replaced. Requirements vary by jurisdiction across the Treasure Valley. We pull the permits and coordinate the inspections as part of the project.

Most walk-in shower and tub-to-shower conversions finish in one to two weeks on site. A full bathroom gut — custom tile shower, new layout, electrical — runs three to five weeks, and a master bathroom six to ten weeks from demolition to final walkthrough. Design and material selections add two to four weeks before construction starts, and permit review adds two to four weeks in Boise.

It depends on size and finish level. Nationally, This Old House puts a full bathroom remodel at roughly $6,500–$24,700, averaging about $15,600, with high-end remodels at $27,500–$35,800; NerdWallet’s typical range is $6,600–$18,000 (both 2026). No independent dataset prices bathroom remodels at the Boise city level — our Boise cost guide sets out what is actually known and what is not.

A tub-to-shower conversion is usually one of the more affordable bathroom projects because it reuses the existing footprint — a prefab/acrylic swap is the lower-cost path, while a custom tiled walk-in shower costs more. The price depends mainly on whether plumbing has to move and the materials you choose, so we provide a fixed price after seeing your space.

They tend to recoup a strong share of their cost. The 2025 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report puts a midrange bathroom remodel at roughly 80% cost recouped nationally — its highest level since 2007. Returns vary by region and by how the work is done.

Acrylic and solid surface are the easiest to live with — both are seamless and non-porous with no grout lines, so they never need resealing. Tile lasts the longest (50+ years) and looks the most custom, but its grout requires ongoing care. See our shower wall materials guide for a full comparison.

For most bathrooms, engineered quartz and porcelain are the top picks: both are non-porous, never need sealing, and resist stains and bacteria. Marble looks beautiful but etches on contact with common bathroom acids (cosmetics, cleaners), so it is better reserved for low-use powder rooms.

Look for tile rated to a wet DCOF of 0.42 or higher under the ANSI A326.3 standard, and choose matte or textured finishes over polished. Slate is the standout natural stone for wet grip, and small or mosaic tiles add traction on shower floors. No floor is truly "slip-proof," so pair the right surface with grab bars and good lighting in accessible baths.

Yes. Tile and grout are water-permeable, not waterproof. A continuous waterproof membrane behind the tile — a sheet membrane like Schluter KERDI or a liquid membrane like Hydro Ban or RedGard — is what actually keeps water out of your framing. Skipping it is the most common cause of hidden shower failure.

Absolutely. We design curbless entries, grab bars, comfort-height fixtures, non-slip flooring, and built-in seating that look beautiful rather than institutional — safe and comfortable for every stage of life.

Treasure Valley water is moderately hard to hard, so low-iron glass with a hydrophobic coating and spot-hiding finishes (brushed nickel, matte black) stay looking clean. The dry, swing-prone climate favors non-porous quartz or porcelain over natural wood, plus sealed or epoxy grout and quality flexible caulk to resist cracking.

We serve Boise and the wider Treasure Valley, including Meridian, Nampa, Eagle, Caldwell, Kuna, Star, Garden City, Middleton, Emmett, and the Boise Foothills.

Yes — from historic North End bungalows and East End/Warm Springs homes to mid-century Bench houses and newer builds in Harris Ranch and West Boise. Each area’s housing stock calls for a different approach, which we tailor to your home.