How do you remove a one piece shower unit that is cracking?

Jan D. Sutton
by Jan D. Sutton
How do you remove a one piece shower unit? It is gross and we need to replace it with tile. Bathtub needs to go also. Help!!!!!!

  2 answers
  • Jim33597191 Jim33597191 on Jun 25, 2018

    After removing the shower door, shower head and faucet handle(s). I used a reciprocating saw with a demo blade to cut the fiberglass stall into manageble pieces. Wear a mask, gloves and eye protection! Avoid hitting the water pipes! As a precaution turn off the water main. It helps to drill a couple of 1” holes to get the blade started. Cut vertically between the studs. You will then need a pry bar to pop the nails or screws loose on the shower stall edges where it meets the drywall. Repair any water damage.