Real prices for home improvement projects, researched and updated
An honest comparison of bath remodel financing in 2026 — HELOC and home equity rates, contractor financing traps, personal loans, and paying cash.
A walk-in shower costs $3,500 to $25,000 in 2026 depending on prefab vs. custom tile. See tub-to-shower conversion pricing and what drives quotes.
Bathroom remodels run $6,000 to $100,000+ in 2026 depending on scope. See costs by tier, a line-item breakdown, and where budgets actually blow up.