Shower Remodeling in Northwest Boise — Collister, Northwest Pointe & Plantation
Tub-shower-combo-to-walk-in conversions on 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe primary baths, Collister Drive curbless retrofits with EPA RRP, Plantation Drive multi-head spa builds, and Veterans Memorial Parkway 15-year-old tile-walk-in waterproofing rebuilds. Schluter Kerdi on every shower without exception.
Shower remodeling in Northwest Boise breaks cleanly along the area's construction-era split — and the work moves at the fastest permit speed in the city because Northwest Boise sits outside every Boise Historic Preservation District. The dominant project across the area is the original tub-shower combo conversion: 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe ranches and split-entries west of Glenwood Street, and the original Collister Drive 4-level splits, came with 5-foot steel alcove tubs with shower above — drywall-walled with no waterproofing membrane behind the tile, modern stud spacing (16-inch O.C., not the 24-inch O.C. of pre-war stock), and a configuration that the 2026 buyer pool reads as dated and that current owners want converted to walk-in shower for modern primary suite aesthetic. The original waterproofing is universally failed at this point — drywall behind tile is not a waterproofing strategy on a 50-year-old shower wall, and hidden mold remediation is a near-universal companion scope. The Plantation Country Club fairway-adjacent stock on Plantation Drive, Briarhill Drive, and Plantation River Drive supports premium spa-tier scope (multi-head fixtures, heated bench and floor, sometimes integrated steam, frameless low-iron glass) at the $685K–$1.65M comparable-sale band. The 1995+ Veterans Memorial Parkway and Glenwood / 36th Street infill came with original tile walk-ins from production-builder construction — but the original waterproofing was cement-board-only construction (no Schluter Kerdi membrane) and is now 15–25 years old, approaching the failure threshold across the entire infill stock. Iron Crest's Northwest Boise shower work is anchored on Schluter Kerdi waterproofing on every shower without exception (lifetime warranty, full sheet membrane on walls and floor), curbless walk-in formats with linear drains where space allows, frameless low-iron tempered glass enclosures, premium tile (large-format porcelain in marble look, designer ceramic accent), heated floor systems on primary baths, family-focused features (bench seating, grab bar reinforcement during framing for future aging-in-place readiness), EPA RRP for the pre-1978 Collister subset only, and standard City of Boise plumbing and electrical permits that move 2–3 weeks faster than equivalent work in the North End where HPC review applies. There is no HPC review and no Certificate of Appropriateness anywhere in Northwest Boise — the regulatory speed advantage is real and material.
Shower strategy in Northwest Boise tracks the construction-era split — original 1955–1975 Collister steel-alcove tub-shower combos, 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe drywall-and-tile primary baths, 1975–1995 Plantation Country Club premium-tier originals, and 1995+ infill cement-board-only tile walk-ins.
1955–1975 Collister Drive 4-level splits and ranches
Original primary baths typically 5'×8' to 6'×9' with 5-foot steel alcove tub-shower combos, drywall-walled (no waterproofing membrane), original ceramic tile floor and tub-surround walls, painted-wood vanity. Pre-1978 RRP applies on this Collister subset for paint disturbance during demolition. Pre-1980 subset may have asbestos in original tile setting beds or vinyl asbestos floor. Plumbing copper supply, drains cast iron typical. Modern stud spacing (16" O.C.) in walls. Modern scope: full demolition with asbestos and lead-safe containment, walk-in conversion, Schluter Kerdi retrofit on every wall, frameless glass, heated floor.
1965–1985 Northwest Pointe and Pierce Park tub-shower combos (the dominant primary)
Slightly larger 6'×9' to 7'×10' primary baths on Northwest Pointe ranches west of Glenwood Street and Pierce Park / State Street stock. Same 5-foot steel alcove tub-shower combo configuration as the Collister stock, but with a meaningful subset of 1975–1985 homes that included a separate 36" fiberglass shower stall in addition to the tub. Drywall-walled tile surrounds with original waterproofing universally failed at this point. Pre-1978 RRP applies only on the early-1970s subset. Hidden mold remediation is near-universal companion scope on demolition. Modern scope: tub-shower combo eliminated, walk-in shower in expanded footprint, Schluter Kerdi waterproofing throughout.
1975–1995 Plantation Country Club fairway-adjacent (Plantation Drive, Briarhill Drive, Plantation River Drive)
Premium-tier original primary baths from the era — sometimes already walk-in showers from original construction (1980s+), sometimes substantial corner jetted tubs with separate shower stalls. Original waterproofing on 1980s walk-ins is approaching end-of-life if not already failed. Premium tile from the era (sometimes still serviceable, sometimes period-dated marble or granite). Modern scope: spa-tier rebuild with multi-head fixtures, heated bench and floor, frameless low-iron glass for unobstructed visual, sometimes integrated steam, premium Brizo Litze or House of Rohl plumbing fixtures.
1995–present infill cement-board-only tile walk-ins (Veterans Memorial Parkway, Glenwood, scattered)
Modern construction with original tile walk-in showers from production-builder construction. Original waterproofing was cement-board-only construction without Schluter Kerdi membrane — industry-standard at the time, but now reaching the 15–25-year mark where cement-board-only construction begins failing. Hairline cracks at corners propagate water through to wall cavity; tile begins delaminating; hidden mold develops. Universal scope across this era: full demolition of tile and substrate, Schluter Kerdi retrofit, modern frameless glass, often modest aesthetic upgrade.
Five recurring shower shapes account for nearly every Northwest Boise project. Era of the home, primary versus secondary status, and whether Plantation Country Club premium tier applies all drive which one fits.
1. The Northwest Pointe Tub-Shower-Combo Walk-In Conversion (the dominant Northwest Boise shower)
Conversion of the original 1965–1985 5-foot steel alcove tub-shower combo to a walk-in shower. Tub demolished and removed. Footprint expanded slightly (typically 36"×60" to 42"×72") into adjacent space where layout supports it. Schluter Kerdi sheet-membrane waterproofing on every wall surface and the floor, Schluter Kerdi-Drain or linear drain. Large-format porcelain (24×48) in marble or stone look on walls and floor. Frameless 3/8" tempered glass hinged door or sliding bypass enclosure. Single-handle thermostatic valve with rain head plus hand-shower on slide bar. Heated floor (Schluter Ditra-Heat) with programmable thermostat. Bench seat across one short wall, grab bar reinforcement built into framing for future aging-in-place readiness. The most common Northwest Boise shower scope by count.
Target homes: 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe and Pierce Park ranches and split-entries with original tub-shower combos. Permit: standard City of Boise plumbing and electrical permits (2–4 weeks; no HPC review).
2. The Collister Walk-In Conversion with EPA RRP (Pre-1978)
Walk-in shower conversion on a pre-1978 Collister Drive, Hillway Drive, Bogart Lane, or Westview Drive 4-level split. Same scope as Northwest Pointe conversion (tub demolition, walk-in install, Schluter Kerdi retrofit, frameless glass, heated floor) plus EPA RRP-certified containment throughout demolition (HEPA-vacuum staging, lead-safe waste containers, wet-paste paint scraping protocols). Asbestos pre-screen for vinyl asbestos floor and original tile setting bed. Lead-safe waste disposal. Standard scope addition $2,500–$6,500 over base walk-in conversion.
Target homes: Pre-1978 Collister stock. Permit: standard plumbing and electrical permits. EPA RRP-certified throughout. Asbestos abatement when triggered.
3. The Plantation Country Club Premium Spa Build
Spa-tier primary shower on a Plantation Drive, Briarhill Drive, or Plantation River Drive home. 4'×6' to 5'×8' walk-in with curbless entry and linear drain. Schluter Kerdi waterproofing throughout. Premium tile — large-format porcelain in marble or quartzite look, sometimes natural stone slab walls (with proper sealing maintenance protocol). Multi-head fixtures: rain head, handheld on slide bar, two body sprays at chest height, sometimes a ceiling-mounted second rain head. Pressure-balanced thermostatic valve with three-handle diverter. Heated bench (Schluter Ditra-Heat under bench substrate) plus heated floor. Frameless low-iron tempered glass enclosure for clear-water visual. Premium fixtures: Brizo Litze, Brizo Charlotte, or House of Rohl. Sometimes integrated steam capability with steam generator and sealed enclosure.
Target homes: Plantation Country Club fairway-adjacent and adjacent homes. Permit: standard plumbing and electrical. Plantation ARC submittal only if exterior windows or doors are affected (rare on shower scope).
4. The Veterans Memorial Parkway / Glenwood Infill Waterproofing Rebuild (1995+)
Demolition and rebuild of an original 1995–2010 production-builder tile walk-in that's reached the 15–25-year cement-board-only construction failure mark. Existing footprint maintained (no expansion). Tile and original cement-board substrate removed completely back to studs. Schluter Kerdi sheet-membrane waterproofing on every wall and the floor. New large-format porcelain or designer ceramic. Frameless tempered glass replacement. Modest aesthetic upgrade (modern fixtures, updated tile, often heated floor add). Faster than a tub-combo conversion because no plumbing relocation — same drain, same valve location.
Target homes: 1995+ Veterans Memorial Parkway, Glenwood / 36th Street, and infill homes with original tile walk-ins reaching waterproofing failure age. Permit: standard plumbing permit if any rough-in change; sometimes no permit on cosmetic-only rebuild.
5. The Family-Focused Secondary Bath Shower
Secondary bath shower renovation calibrated for active family use. Walk-in shower with Schluter Kerdi waterproofing, durable porcelain tile (slip-resistant on the floor for kid safety), bench seating, grab bar reinforcement during framing, frameless tempered glass with appropriate framing for active family. Mid-premium fixtures (Moen, Kohler Memoirs). Sometimes shower-tub combo retained on a true kid-bath where younger children still need the tub.
Target homes: Northwest Boise secondary baths used by family with kids and/or aging-in-place planning. Permit: standard plumbing and electrical.
The Northwest Boise / Collister spans roughly two square miles with distinct sub-neighborhoods, each with its own remodeling personality.
Collister
The historic Collister neighborhood centered along Collister Drive, with development primarily 1955–1975. Mix of ranch homes (1,400–2,200 sq ft), split-levels, and tri-levels on lots typically 0.20–0.35 acre. Mature street trees give the neighborhood its distinctive character. Strong family-focused community feel. Home values $475K–$925K.
Northwest Pointe
The neighborhood west of Glenwood Street and north of State Street, with development 1965–1985. Larger ranch homes (1,800–2,800 sq ft) on slightly larger lots (0.25–0.45 acre). Many homes back to the irrigation canal corridor that defines the neighborhood. Home values $525K–$985K.
Pierce Park / State Street corridor
The streets surrounding Pierce Park and the State Street commercial corridor. Mix of 1960s ranches, 1970s split-levels, and some 1980s contemporary homes. Lots vary from 0.15–0.30 acre. Sometimes commercial-residential transitional zones. Home values $425K–$685K.
Plantation Country Club area
The neighborhoods adjacent to Plantation Country Club golf course off State Street. Premium tier — golf course frontage homes, larger lots (0.30–0.65 acre), 1970s-90s construction. Some homes have golf course views and golf cart access. Home values $685K–$1.65M.
Veterans Memorial Parkway corridor
The neighborhoods between Veterans Memorial Parkway and the Boise River corridor. Mix of 1960s-80s homes with some newer infill. Some homes have river or canal frontage. Family-focused community character. Home values $485K–$885K.
Glenwood / 36th Street area
The transitional zone between Northwest Boise and the Garden City municipality boundary. Mix of older 1950s homes and 1970s-80s subdivisions. Sometimes more affordable entry-point housing. Home values $385K–$625K.
Northwest Boise shower pricing reflects modern stud spacing and copper supply baseline (no plaster-and-lath, no universal galvanized repipe), Schluter Kerdi waterproofing on every shower without exception, EPA RRP only on the pre-1978 Collister subset, no HPC review on any project, and Plantation Country Club premium scope on the $685K–$1.65M comparable tier.
Northwest Boise / Collister shower remodeling ranges
Family-focused secondary bath shower (Walk-in with Schluter, porcelain tile, mid-premium fixtures, bench and grab bars): $22,000–$32,000 / 3–5 weeks
Veterans Memorial Parkway / Glenwood infill waterproofing rebuild (1995+) (Demo of failed cement-board-only original, Schluter retrofit in same footprint): $25,000–$36,000 / 3–5 weeks
Northwest Pointe tub-shower-combo walk-in conversion (Tub eliminated, walk-in install, Schluter throughout, heated floor): $28,000–$42,000 / 4–6 weeks
Collister walk-in conversion with EPA RRP (pre-1978) (Same as Northwest Pointe conversion plus lead-safe containment): $30,000–$45,000 / 5–7 weeks
Plantation Country Club premium spa build (Multi-head spa, heated bench and floor, premium fixtures, sometimes steam): $40,000–$48,000 / 6–8 weeks
Pricing assumes Iron Crest's standard Northwest Boise shower scope: full City of Boise plumbing and electrical permits, Schluter Kerdi sheet-membrane waterproofing system on every wall and floor surface (lifetime manufacturer warranty), Schluter Ditra-Heat radiant electric floor on primary baths with programmable thermostat, premium tile selection (large-format porcelain or designer ceramic), premium plumbing fixtures, frameless 3/8" tempered glass enclosure, EPA RRP-certified work practices on the pre-1978 Collister subset only (universal-cost on those projects rather than a discovery surprise), grab bar reinforcement built into framing for future aging-in-place readiness as standard scope, Plantation ARC submittal coordination only where exterior windows or doors are affected, and our 5-year workmanship warranty + manufacturer materials warranties (Schluter Kerdi lifetime). Northwest Boise sits outside any Boise Historic Preservation District — no HPC review, no Certificate of Appropriateness, permits move at standard City of Boise speed (the fastest in the city for shower work — typically 2–3 weeks faster than equivalent North End scope where HPC review applies).
Northwest Boise / Collister is not within any City of Boise Historic District. There is no Historic Preservation Commission review for these neighborhoods. Some Northwest Boise subdivisions have HOA architectural review for exterior modifications, but most are lighter than Hidden Springs or Harris Ranch HOA review. Many older Northwest Boise neighborhoods have no HOA at all.
City of Boise standard permits apply for electrical, plumbing, structural, and mechanical work. Permit timelines are typically 2–4 weeks for over-the-counter scopes and 3–5 weeks for full plan review with structural drawings.
EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program applies to any work involving paint disturbance in pre-1978 homes — common in Collister and parts of Pierce Park / State Street. Iron Crest carries RRP certification.
Asbestos testing required for pre-1980 demolition work. Common in popcorn ceilings, vinyl asbestos floor tile, sheet flooring mastic, pipe insulation, and sometimes cement asbestos siding products on pre-1980 homes.
Northwest Boise lot dimensions are typically generous (0.20–0.45 acre with 70'–100' frontage). Setback compliance rarely a constraint. Major additions, ADUs, and detached structures have substantial site flexibility.
Some Northwest Boise lots back to irrigation canals (Farmers Union Canal, others) — irrigation rights, easements, and access requirements may affect deck or ADU siting near canal frontage. Iron Crest verifies canal-related constraints during pre-construction.
Plantation Country Club homes sometimes have HOA architectural review specific to golf course-frontage properties. ARC review timelines: 1–4 weeks. Verification at consultation stage essential.
Northwest Boise shower materials emphasize Schluter Kerdi waterproofing discipline (no exceptions), durable family-friendly aesthetic for typical $475K–$985K stock, premium spa specification for the Plantation Country Club tier, and aging-in-place readiness built into framing as standard scope.
Waterproofing — Schluter Kerdi sheet membrane on every shower
Schluter Kerdi sheet membrane on all shower walls, floors, curbs, and bench tops. Lifetime manufacturer warranty. Iron Crest is Schluter-certified. There is no acceptable substitute on this detail — cement-board-only construction (industry-standard in the 1995–2010 production-builder era) is exactly what's failing on the Veterans Memorial Parkway and Glenwood / 36th Street infill stock right now. We do not repeat that failure mode on any project we build.
Tile — large-format porcelain or designer ceramic
Large-format porcelain (24×48) in marble or stone look for walls and floor on most Northwest Boise scope — durable, low-maintenance, family-friendly. Designer ceramic from Daltile, Pratt & Larson, Heath, or Fireclay for accent (niche back wall, bench top, signature feature). Subway tile for classic primary bath aesthetic. Natural stone slab walls (sometimes used on Plantation Country Club premium scope, with proper sealing maintenance protocol).
Plumbing fixtures — pro-grade typical, premium for Plantation
Kohler Memoirs, Moen Genta, Brizo Litze, Hansgrohe Talis for typical Northwest Pointe and Collister scope. Brizo Charlotte, House of Rohl, sometimes Dornbracht for Plantation Country Club premium. Pressure-balanced thermostatic valves universal — no scalding-risk valves anywhere. Multi-head configuration on premium primary spa builds (rain head plus handheld plus body sprays).
Glass — frameless 3/8" tempered, low-iron on premium
Frameless 3/8" tempered glass with premium hardware on every shower. Hinged door or sliding bypass depending on layout. Low-iron glass on Plantation premium — eliminates the green tint of standard tempered glass and supports the clear-water spa visual.
Heated floor — Schluter Ditra-Heat radiant electric
Schluter Ditra-Heat or NuHeat electric radiant mat under tile floor on every primary bath as standard scope. Programmable thermostat. Sometimes extended under bench top on Plantation premium. Cost: $1,800–$4,500 for typical primary bath floor.
Multi-function spa configuration for Plantation Country Club primary
Plantation Country Club premium scope: rain head, handheld on slide bar, two body sprays at chest height, sometimes a ceiling-mounted second rain head, occasional integrated steam with steam generator and sealed enclosure. Pressure-balanced thermostatic valve with three-handle diverter to manage flow distribution. Spa-tier capability without the maintenance cost of a soaker tub that goes unused.
Family-focused features and aging-in-place readiness
Bench seating in shower (built-in, Schluter-Kerdi-tiled top). Grab bar reinforcement built into wall framing during demolition (low cost addition; saves substantial cost when grab bars are actually installed later). Slip-resistant tile on shower floor — DCOF rating ≥ 0.42, often 0.5+ on the textured-finish porcelain options. Curbless entry on premium primary scope (linear drain, properly sloped substrate). All standard inclusions in the Northwest Boise active-family and aging-in-place brief.
Drain selection — Schluter-Kerdi-Line linear for curbless, Kerdi-Drain central
Linear drain (Schluter-Kerdi-Line, Infinity Drain) for curbless walk-in layouts on primary baths. Central drain (Schluter Kerdi-Drain) for traditional curb-format showers and most secondary baths. Drain selection drives substrate slope geometry and tile cut layout.
Northwest Boise shower remodeling pre-construction surfaces a recurring set of conditions. We pre-screen them at consultation so the budget reflects them up front rather than as change orders mid-build.
- •Failed waterproofing and hidden mold (universal on pre-1990 showers and 1995–2010 cement-board-only) Universal on pre-1990 Northwest Boise primary baths (drywall behind tile is not waterproofing) and approaching universal on 1995–2010 production-builder tile walk-ins (cement-board-only construction is now reaching the 15–25-year failure mark). Hidden mold remediation: $1,500–$5,500 depending on extent. Wall-cavity drying and antimicrobial treatment included. Disclosed as expected scope at consultation rather than surprise discovery mid-build.
- •Pre-1978 lead-paint at adjacent surfaces (Collister subset only) Pre-1978 Collister Drive, Hillway Drive, Bogart Lane, and Westview Drive addresses trigger EPA RRP for paint disturbance during demolition. Most of Northwest Pointe and all of Plantation post-dates 1978. Cost addition where applicable: $1,500–$4,500.
- •Asbestos in pre-1980 tile setting beds, mastic, and vinyl asbestos floor Common discovery in pre-1980 Collister bathrooms — original tile setting beds and vinyl asbestos floor under existing finishes. Testing $300–$700 per sample. Abatement: $2,500–$6,500 when triggered. Pre-screen at consultation.
- •Cast iron drains and galvanized supply lines (pre-1965 Collister subset only) Pre-1965 Collister homes occasionally retain galvanized supply at the bath stack — small minority, not universal in Northwest Boise the way it is in pre-1965 Sunset or North End stock. Replacement when triggered: $1,800–$5,500. Cast iron drain replacement at bath stack: $2,500–$5,500 when pitting is severe.
- •Aluminum branch wiring at bathroom circuits (pre-1972 Collister subset only) Some early-1970s Collister homes have aluminum branch wiring at bathroom circuits. Bath rewire when triggered: $2,500–$5,500. Pre-screened at consultation; not universal across Northwest Boise.
- •Inadequate exhaust ventilation on 1955–1985 primary baths Original 1955–1985 bathroom exhaust fans are typically undersized (40–50 CFM) for modern shower load. New high-CFM humidity-sensing fan (Panasonic WhisperGreen, Broan Sensonic) at 80–110 CFM: $850–$1,800 installed. Standard scope inclusion on every primary bath renovation.
- •Outdated electrical without GFCI protection Pre-1985 bathroom circuits often lack GFCI protection — code-required for current work. Bathroom rewire to GFCI-protected: $1,800–$4,500. Universal scope on pre-1985 homes.
- •Inadequate framing or substrate Modern stud spacing (16" O.C.) is universal in Northwest Boise — no 24" O.C. issues. Sometimes substrate reinforcement needed for heavy tile or natural stone slab walls. Reinforcement: $1,200–$3,500.
- •Plantation Country Club ARC review (only if exterior windows or doors are affected) Plantation Drive, Briarhill Drive, and Plantation River Drive properties trigger ARC submittal only if shower scope affects exterior windows or doors — rare on shower-only scope. ARC submittal coordination when applicable: $1,500–$5,500.
Tub-combo walkthrough and waterproofing-failure assessment (Weeks 1–2)
On-site walkthrough of original 1965–1985 tub-shower combo or 1995+ cement-board-only tile walk-in. Lead and asbestos pre-screen on pre-1980 Collister addresses. Existing waterproofing failure assessment with moisture meter at corners and grout joints. Layout direction (walk-in conversion, curbless versus curb, multi-head configuration). Material direction.
Schluter-Kerdi layout finalization and Plantation-tier fixture ordering (Weeks 2–4)
Detailed shower-stall layout drawings. Tile selection finalized. Plumbing fixture orders placed (typical 2–4-week lead time on premium fixtures; 6–8 weeks on House of Rohl).
City of Boise permits — fastest in the city, no HPC overlay (Weeks 3–5)
City of Boise plumbing and electrical permits. Standard 2–4-week turnaround over-the-counter. No HPC review applies anywhere in Northwest Boise — fastest permit speed in the city for shower work, typically 2–3 weeks faster than equivalent North End scope.
Tub-combo demolition with hidden-mold reveal (Days 1–3 of work)
EPA RRP-certified containment on pre-1978 Collister addresses. Asbestos containment if pre-screen triggered abatement. Steel alcove tub or original tile walk-in demolition. Discovery walk after demo for hidden mold (universal expectation on pre-1990 drywall-walled showers and 1995–2010 cement-board-only) and substrate condition.
Walk-in valve rough-in and Ditra-Heat circuit prep (Days 3–7)
New thermostatic valve and rough-in plumbing for walk-in shower or Plantation multi-head configuration. Electrical rough-in for Schluter Ditra-Heat heated floor, GFCI-protected receptacles, new high-CFM humidity-sensing exhaust fan (Panasonic WhisperGreen typical), dedicated lighting circuits.
Cement-board substrate and full Schluter-Kerdi membrane (Days 7–14)
Cement-board substrate on every wall and bench surface. Schluter Kerdi sheet-membrane waterproofing on every wall, the floor, the curb (if curb format), and the bench top — the failure mode being repaired across the 1995+ Veterans Memorial Parkway infill stock right now is exactly cement-board-only construction without this membrane. Schluter Ditra-Heat floor mat install. City of Boise waterproofing inspection.
Large-format porcelain or Plantation-tier slab install (Days 14–25)
Floor tile, wall tile, bench-top tile, niche tile, accent feature tile — large-format porcelain in marble or stone look on most Northwest Boise scope; natural-stone slab walls on Plantation Country Club premium. Grout. Caulk at all change-of-plane junctions.
Frameless low-iron glass templating after tile (Days 25–35)
Glass templated after tile install (templated to actual installed dimensions, not plan dimensions — Northwest Boise's modern stud spacing keeps openings square but field-templating is still required). Custom fabrication 5–10 business days. Frameless 3/8" tempered glass with premium hardware; low-iron on Plantation premium spa builds.
Brizo or House-of-Rohl fixture install and glass set (Days 35–45)
Plumbing fixture install — valve trim, shower head, hand-shower, body sprays where applicable. Glass install. Lighting trim. New exhaust fan operational test.
Walkthrough and warranty (Days 45–55)
Final inspections by City of Boise. Owner walkthrough. Punch resolution. 5-year Iron Crest workmanship warranty begins. Schluter Kerdi lifetime manufacturer warranty engaged.
Northwest Boise shower remodeling requires Schluter Kerdi-certified waterproofing on every shower without exception, walk-in conversion expertise on the dominant 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe tub-shower-combo scope, EPA RRP for the pre-1978 Collister subset, and the discipline to deliver Plantation Country Club spa-tier scope alongside the typical-Northwest-Pointe shape — without one-size-fits-all template work.
- City of Boise Planning & Development Services — Building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical permits.
- EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program — Required certification for pre-1978 paint disturbance work.
- Idaho Power Energy Efficiency Programs — Rebates and incentives for insulation, window replacement, HVAC upgrades. Strong ROI for energy retrofits on 1960s-80s Northwest Boise homes.
- Idaho DEQ Air Quality (Asbestos) — Testing and abatement guidance for pre-1980 homes.
- Idaho Division of Building Safety — Contractor Search — Verify contractor RCE license, bonding, and insurance through the official Idaho database.
How much does a Northwest Boise shower remodel cost?
$22,000–$32,000 for a family-focused secondary bath. $25,000–$36,000 for a 1995+ Veterans Memorial Parkway / Glenwood infill waterproofing rebuild on a failed cement-board-only original. $28,000–$42,000 for the dominant Northwest Pointe tub-shower-combo walk-in conversion. $30,000–$45,000 for a Collister walk-in conversion with EPA RRP on the pre-1978 subset. $40,000–$48,000 for a Plantation Country Club premium spa build with multi-head fixtures and heated bench.
How long does a Northwest Boise shower remodel take?
3–5 weeks for a secondary bath or Veterans Memorial Parkway infill waterproofing rebuild. 4–6 weeks for the Northwest Pointe tub-shower-combo walk-in conversion. 5–7 weeks for a Collister walk-in conversion with EPA RRP. 6–8 weeks for a Plantation Country Club premium spa build. Northwest Boise shower work moves at the fastest permit speed in the city — no HPC review applies anywhere, typically 2–3 weeks faster than equivalent North End scope.
Is Schluter Kerdi standard on every Northwest Boise shower?
Yes, on every shower without exception. Iron Crest is Schluter-certified. Cement-board-only construction (the production-builder default in the 1995–2010 era) is exactly what's failing on Veterans Memorial Parkway and Glenwood / 36th Street infill stock right now. We do not repeat that failure mode on any project. Lifetime Schluter manufacturer warranty.
Can my Northwest Boise walk-in be curbless?
Yes — strongly recommended for premium primary showers, especially on Plantation Country Club fairway-adjacent scope. Requires linear drain (Schluter-Kerdi-Line, Infinity Drain), properly sloped substrate to drain location, and Schluter Kerdi waterproofing throughout. Standard scope on the Plantation premium spa build.
How does Iron Crest handle aging-in-place readiness on Northwest Boise primary showers?
Common Northwest Boise priority on both the active-family scope (planning ahead) and the older-owner scope (planning now). Iron Crest builds grab bar reinforcement into wall framing during demolition as standard scope — low cost addition that saves substantial cost when grab bars are actually installed later. Bench seating, slip-resistant porcelain (DCOF ≥ 0.42), and curbless or low-threshold entry are aging-in-place-ready features standard on every primary bath build.
What if hidden mold is discovered behind the existing tile?
Universal expectation on pre-1990 Northwest Boise primary baths and on 1995–2010 cement-board-only infill showers approaching the 15–25-year failure mark. Iron Crest includes mold remediation in the discovery scope ($1,500–$5,500) at consultation rather than presenting it as a surprise mid-build. Wall cavity drying and antimicrobial treatment included.
Should I keep the existing tub or do walk-in?
Primary shower scope on the dominant 1965–1985 Northwest Pointe and Collister tub-shower-combo configuration almost always benefits from walk-in conversion — the original 5-foot steel alcove tub is rarely used by current owners and the configuration reads dated to the 2026 buyer pool. Secondary bath used by family with younger children may benefit from retaining tub (kid-bath function). Premium primary showers on Plantation Country Club almost always go walk-in or curbless.
Is there an HPC review on Northwest Boise shower work?
No — Northwest Boise sits outside every Boise Historic Preservation District. There is no HPC review and no Certificate of Appropriateness requirement on any project anywhere in the area. Permits move at standard City of Boise speed (2–4 weeks over-the-counter). This is one of the easier permit environments in the city for shower work — typically 2–3 weeks faster than equivalent North End scope.
What warranty applies to a Northwest Boise shower remodel?
5-year Iron Crest workmanship warranty on every Northwest Boise shower installation. Schluter Kerdi waterproofing carries a lifetime manufacturer warranty (sheet membrane and drain assembly) — the assurance that 1995–2010 cement-board-only failures are not repeated. Premium fixture warranties separate (typically 1–10 years depending on brand). Schluter Ditra-Heat heated floor mat carries 10–25-year manufacturer warranty.
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