🚿 Team Shower: Sleek, Modern, and Space-Saving
Walk-in showers have soared in popularity over the last decade, especially in Florida’s modern and coastal-style homes. They offer a sleek look, improved accessibility, and efficient use of space.
Shower vs. Bathtub: Which Adds More Value to Your Home?
Ridgeback Builders helps you decide which upgrade is smarter—based on lifestyle, layout, and resale appeal in Florida.
By Ridgeback Builders
It’s the age-old remodeling debate: shower vs. bathtub. You’re redoing your bathroom, space is tight, and you’re stuck wondering—will a tub bring more resale value? Or is a modern walk-in shower the smarter choice?
If you’re remodeling your home in Florida, Ridgeback Builders is here to help you decide what works best—not just for your lifestyle, but for your property’s long-term worth.
✅ Pros of Showers:
Control moisture levels to prevent further growth.
- Ideal for small bathrooms
- Easier for aging in place or mobility needs
- Quick, water-efficient option
- Can boost appeal in modern or luxury markets
- Often cheaper to install if plumbing is already in place
Walk-in showers are especially popular with retirees or busy professionals—a big part of Florida’s homebuyer market.
❌ Cons of Showers:
Licensed pros execute the plan with quality control, inspections, and steady communication.
- Families with young children prefer tubs
- Some buyers see no tub as a dealbreaker
- May reduce appeal in homes with only one bathroom
🛁 Team Bathtub: Classic Comfort with Broad Appeal
While showers dominate in new builds, bathtubs still hold value—especially when it comes to resale versatility.
✅ Pros of Showers:
- Better for homes with families or young kids
- Considered a luxury feature in primary suites
- Soaking tubs can add spa-like appeal
- Boosts emotional connection for buyers (think: bubble baths, wine, and candles)
Many real estate agents agree: If a home has at least one bathtub, it remains more marketable across buyer types.
❌ Cons of Showers:
- Take up more space
- Use more water and energy
- Not as convenient for daily routines
- May feel outdated if not modernized
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