Shower Repairs & Renovations across South Australia
A leaking or tired shower does not always need a whole new bathroom. SA Tiling Pro diagnoses where the water is getting through, then repairs, regrouts and reseals where that will last, or strips the shower back and rebuilds it with new waterproofing to AS 3740, new tiles and a new screen where it will not.
- Leak diagnosis
- Regrouting
- Silicone replacement
- Tile replacement
- Shower screen repair or replacement
Shower Repairs & Renovations done properly
Showers leak for a handful of reasons: cracked or missing grout, failed silicone at the corners and screen, a membrane that was never installed or has broken down, or movement in the floor that has opened up the junctions. Each has a different fix. The first thing we do is look at the shower, check the grout and silicone, look for damp or staining on the other side of the wall, and work out whether the problem is on the surface or under the tiles.
When the tiles and membrane are sound, a surface repair is the right call. We rake out failed grout and replace it, often with epoxy grout that resists water and mould far better than cement grout, remove and replace all the silicone at internal corners, the hob and the screen, and reseal the shower. Cracked or drummy wall tiles are replaced and the shower screen is re-fixed or replaced. Done properly, this returns a shower to service for a fraction of the cost of a rebuild.
When the membrane has failed, water has got into the framing or the tiles are lifting, the only lasting fix is to strip the shower back to the substrate. We remove the tiles and screed, repair any damage, re-screed with falls to the waste, waterproof to Australian Standard AS 3740, retile in line with AS 3958.1 with floor tiles classified for slip resistance under AS 4586, and fit a new screen. Any work on the waste or tapware is carried out by a licensed plumber we coordinate. This is a shower renovation rather than a full bathroom renovation: the rest of the room stays as it is.
What's included
- Leak diagnosis
We inspect grout, silicone, tiles, the screen and adjoining walls and floors to find where the water is getting through before recommending a fix.
- Regrouting
Failed grout is raked out and replaced, usually with epoxy grout that resists water, staining and mould.
- Silicone replacement
All internal corners, hob junctions and screen seals are stripped and resealed with mould-resistant silicone.
- Tile replacement
Cracked or drummy tiles are removed and replaced, matched as closely as possible to the existing tile. Where a tile sits over the membrane or a waterproofed junction, we only replace it where the waterproofing can be preserved or reinstated.
- Shower screen repair or replacement
Loose screens are re-fixed and sealed; failed or dated screens are replaced with framed, semi-frameless or frameless units.
- Full shower strip-out and rebuild
Where the membrane has failed, the shower is stripped to the substrate, repaired, re-screeded and waterproofed to AS 3740.
- Retiling and niches
The rebuilt shower is retiled to a planned layout, with the option to add a recessed niche or convert a hob shower to hobless. Any change to the waste, drain or tapware is carried out by a licensed plumber we coordinate as part of the job.
- Clean-up and handover
The shower is cleaned, cure times explained, and we walk you through what was done and how to look after it.
How we approach shower repairs and renovations
- 01
Inspect and quote
We look at the shower and surrounding areas, identify the cause of the problem and quote the repair or rebuild that will actually fix it.
- 02
Surface repair or strip-out
Either grout and silicone are removed for a surface repair, or the tiles and screed come out for a rebuild.
- 03
Repair and waterproof
Damaged substrate is repaired; for rebuilds the floor is re-screeded and the shower waterproofed to AS 3740 and cured.
- 04
Regrout, retile and reseal
New grout and silicone, or new tiles, grout and silicone for a rebuild, with the screen re-fixed or replaced.
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Cure and handover
We explain when the shower can be used again, clean up and hand it back.
Repair and upgrade options
The right fix depends on what is failing. These are the options we most often recommend.
Epoxy grout
Water-resistant, stain-resistant and far less prone to mould than cement grout. The usual choice for regrouting a shower.
Mould-resistant silicone
Flexible sealant at every internal corner and junction, replaced in full rather than patched over.
Frameless and semi-frameless screens
Clean-lined screens that are easy to clean and open up a small bathroom. Framed screens remain the most watertight option, so we match the screen to how the shower is used and seal it so splash is controlled.
Hobless conversion
Where floor levels allow, removing the hob and having a licensed plumber relocate the waste for a linear grate gives a step-free, easy-clean shower. A water stop is still installed under the screen line to AS 3740, and if levels do not allow a set-down we will tell you at inspection.
Recessed niche
A rebuild is the ideal time to add a niche for bottles, set out to align with the grout lines.
Large-format tiles
On shower walls, fewer grout lines mean fewer places for water and mould to take hold. On the shower floor, large tiles only work with a single-plane fall to a linear drain, so we advise on what suits your layout.
What affects the cost of shower repairs and renovations
Every quote is itemised, so you can see exactly where the money goes. These are the factors that move the number most.
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Surface repair versus rebuild
Regrouting and resealing is a fraction of the cost of a strip-out and rebuild. We only recommend a rebuild when the membrane or substrate has failed.
- 02
Extent of water damage
Rotten framing, damaged sheeting or a saturated floor found at strip-out has to be repaired before waterproofing.
- 03
Screen replacement
Frameless screens cost more than framed or semi-frameless units. They look cleaner but rely on gaps and deflectors rather than full seals, so floor falls and silicone matter more.
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Tile matching
Replacing a few tiles is straightforward if a match is available; discontinued tiles may mean retiling a wall or the whole shower.
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Upgrades during a rebuild
Niches, hobless conversions and new tapware add scope but are cheapest to do while the shower is already stripped. Drain changes and tapware are fitted by a licensed plumber we coordinate as part of the rebuild.
Shower Repairs & Renovations questions
Straight answers to the questions we hear most about this service.
How do I know if my shower is leaking?
Can a leaking shower be fixed without removing the tiles?
How long does a shower regrout and reseal take?
What is the difference between a shower renovation and a bathroom renovation?
Do you waterproof when rebuilding a shower?
Can you add a niche or make the shower hobless during a repair?
Shower Repairs & Renovations anywhere in South Australia
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- Adelaide City & North Adelaide
- Adelaide Western Suburbs
- Adelaide Inner South
- Adelaide Eastern Suburbs
- Adelaide Inner North
- Adelaide North-Eastern Suburbs
- Adelaide Northern Suburbs & Adelaide Plains
- Adelaide Hills
- Adelaide Southern Suburbs & McLaren Vale
- Fleurieu Peninsula
- Kangaroo Island
- Murraylands, Mallee & Coorong
- Riverland
- Barossa Valley & Light
- Clare Valley & Mid North
- Port Pirie & Southern Flinders Ranges
- Yorke Peninsula & Copper Coast
- Eyre Peninsula & Whyalla
- Limestone Coast & South East
- Port Augusta & Flinders Ranges
- Outback & Far North
- APY Lands
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