To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"Excellent customer service. Excellent finished product. West Shore Home came to install a shower in one bathroom and bathtub/shower in another bathroom. Their customer service is top tier! They took extra caution to ensure they didn’t damage or disrupt my home or other furniture as they carried their equipment in and out of the house. They encouraged me to see the progress as they worked. (Nothing to hide is always a good thing.) When I expressed surprise and disappointment with one aspect of the design, they immediately began solutioning the issue."
Isiah T on January 2025
To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"Excellent customer service. Excellent finished product. West Shore Home came to install a shower in one bathroom and bathtub/shower in another bathroom. Their customer service is top tier! They took extra caution to ensure they didn’t damage or disrupt my home or other furniture as they carried their equipment in and out of the house. They encouraged me to see the progress as they worked. (Nothing to hide is always a good thing.) When I expressed surprise and disappointment with one aspect of the design, they immediately began solutioning the issue."
Isiah T on January 2025
Pohlman Plumbing is a local, family-owned and -operated full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving the Baltimore metro area. Founded in 2008, our professional and friendly customer service plus our top-notch skills have made us one of the most trusted local plumbers in Baltimore. When you choose to work with Pohlman Plumbing, you can have peace of mind knowing we always stand by the Pohlman Promise: fast service, at a fair price, and done right the first time.
"The gentleman that work this business go above and beyond to make the best suggestions for they work required. This is the second time I have hired them. My sub pump went after and more rain was coming they came out with 2 hours to fix the problem. Extremely professional man. I will be er use any other plumbing business other than Pohlman. I highly recommend if you have a plumping issue."
Georgette T on January 2024
Pohlman Plumbing is a local, family-owned and -operated full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving the Baltimore metro area. Founded in 2008, our professional and friendly customer service plus our top-notch skills have made us one of the most trusted local plumbers in Baltimore. When you choose to work with Pohlman Plumbing, you can have peace of mind knowing we always stand by the Pohlman Promise: fast service, at a fair price, and done right the first time.
"The gentleman that work this business go above and beyond to make the best suggestions for they work required. This is the second time I have hired them. My sub pump went after and more rain was coming they came out with 2 hours to fix the problem. Extremely professional man. I will be er use any other plumbing business other than Pohlman. I highly recommend if you have a plumping issue."
Georgette T on January 2024
Five Star Bath Solutions of Annapolis is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We’ve earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"I highly recommend Five Star Bath Solutions. They are first class, outstanding company that did wonderful job for me. The quality of their work was excellent, and their price was excellent. I did a major master bathroom upgrade (completely new shower, new soaking tub, new Wayne's coating). I got quotes from several competitors and Five Star Baths had by far the best design solution, the best materials (their Sentrel product had a far better look and feel than their competitor's acrylic), and a surprisingly lower cost. I was the most impressed with the quality of people I worked with from the sales person (Patrick), to the owner (Rob), to the designer/installer (Bo), to the office manager (Brittni). They were all very skilled, very experienced professionals, and wonderful to work with. I had tough schedule, and they went out of their way to accommodate me and get the work done on time. They are a great company with lots of depth. They exceeded my expectations in every area. "
Douglas C on May 2025
Five Star Bath Solutions of Annapolis is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We’ve earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"I highly recommend Five Star Bath Solutions. They are first class, outstanding company that did wonderful job for me. The quality of their work was excellent, and their price was excellent. I did a major master bathroom upgrade (completely new shower, new soaking tub, new Wayne's coating). I got quotes from several competitors and Five Star Baths had by far the best design solution, the best materials (their Sentrel product had a far better look and feel than their competitor's acrylic), and a surprisingly lower cost. I was the most impressed with the quality of people I worked with from the sales person (Patrick), to the owner (Rob), to the designer/installer (Bo), to the office manager (Brittni). They were all very skilled, very experienced professionals, and wonderful to work with. I had tough schedule, and they went out of their way to accommodate me and get the work done on time. They are a great company with lots of depth. They exceeded my expectations in every area. "
Douglas C on May 2025
Pool and Spa Doctor of Maryland. Provides Pool , Spa and Hot Tub Repair Services in Maryland.Maryland Hot Tub , Pool and Spa Repair. Fast , Reliable technicians. Guaranteed Service. All Hot Tub , Pool and Spa Brands Repaired. 410-304-2463 **** We service all Hot Tubs. ****We service inground pools. https://allstar-pool-and-spa-repair.com/
"This company did a fine job identifying a leak in my hot tub and repairing it."
Ken B on May 2025
Pool and Spa Doctor of Maryland. Provides Pool , Spa and Hot Tub Repair Services in Maryland.Maryland Hot Tub , Pool and Spa Repair. Fast , Reliable technicians. Guaranteed Service. All Hot Tub , Pool and Spa Brands Repaired. 410-304-2463 **** We service all Hot Tubs. ****We service inground pools. https://allstar-pool-and-spa-repair.com/
"This company did a fine job identifying a leak in my hot tub and repairing it."
Ken B on May 2025
In 1997 the Gross family opened their first Bath Fitter franchise in the Harrisburg, PA area. Over the next decade, business continued to expand and today we are happy to serve over 25 locations throughout fourteen different states! A commercial division has also been incorporated to offer the Bath Fitter product to large scale jobs such as hotels and nursing homes. Start designing your new bathroom here, or schedule a free in-home consultation today.
"Much needed shower replacement"
Leyla B on May 2025
In 1997 the Gross family opened their first Bath Fitter franchise in the Harrisburg, PA area. Over the next decade, business continued to expand and today we are happy to serve over 25 locations throughout fourteen different states! A commercial division has also been incorporated to offer the Bath Fitter product to large scale jobs such as hotels and nursing homes. Start designing your new bathroom here, or schedule a free in-home consultation today.
"Much needed shower replacement"
Leyla B on May 2025
With over 12 years of experience, Jose Amaya Remodeling LLC is one of the leading remodeling specialists in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Our Services Include bathroom & kitchen renovations, cabinet re-facing, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, cabinet resurfacing and more!
"Not well at all"
Michale A on April 2024
With over 12 years of experience, Jose Amaya Remodeling LLC is one of the leading remodeling specialists in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Our Services Include bathroom & kitchen renovations, cabinet re-facing, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, cabinet resurfacing and more!
"Not well at all"
Michale A on April 2024
From start to finish, we have you covered from home repairs, to remodeling! TV wall/ceiling mounts, furniture assembly, toilet installs, flooring, drywall, painting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very satisfied with the replacement and repair of the rotted wood on the porch columns. The work was done professionally and the finished result matched the original structure."
Pamela W on June 2025
From start to finish, we have you covered from home repairs, to remodeling! TV wall/ceiling mounts, furniture assembly, toilet installs, flooring, drywall, painting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very satisfied with the replacement and repair of the rotted wood on the porch columns. The work was done professionally and the finished result matched the original structure."
Pamela W on June 2025
Renken Remodeling - Your Bath and Shower Specialists, is a leading bathroom remodeling company serving Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Florida. Renken specializes in complete one-day shower renovations, bathtub replacements, tub-to-shower conversions and full bathroom remodeling. Renken features a professional and custom design consultation along with unlimited color and accessory combinations. Renken Remodeling offers affordable financing payment plans designed to meet anyone’s budget. Our team of experienced and skilled professionals will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your project is completed on time and within budget. Schedule a free consultation today by using this link: https://renkenremodeling.com/consultation-scheduling/
"Very professional. Showed up on time, priced fairly, easy to work with. Technicians were respectful and true craftsmen. They worked 3 long days and cleaned up each day. Brent, GC, made sure each day we were satisfied. Just followed up again after 2 weeks. We highly recommend them. The photos were before the custom glass doors were installed."
Barbara D on December 2024
Renken Remodeling - Your Bath and Shower Specialists, is a leading bathroom remodeling company serving Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Florida. Renken specializes in complete one-day shower renovations, bathtub replacements, tub-to-shower conversions and full bathroom remodeling. Renken features a professional and custom design consultation along with unlimited color and accessory combinations. Renken Remodeling offers affordable financing payment plans designed to meet anyone’s budget. Our team of experienced and skilled professionals will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your project is completed on time and within budget. Schedule a free consultation today by using this link: https://renkenremodeling.com/consultation-scheduling/
"Very professional. Showed up on time, priced fairly, easy to work with. Technicians were respectful and true craftsmen. They worked 3 long days and cleaned up each day. Brent, GC, made sure each day we were satisfied. Just followed up again after 2 weeks. We highly recommend them. The photos were before the custom glass doors were installed."
Barbara D on December 2024
Watermark Swimming Pool Services, Inc. has over 40 years of professional swimming pool renovation, restoration, and repair experience. We serve residential and commercial pool customers throughout the Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia areas. We travel to your location to discuss your pool renovation and repair needs. We provide free estimates on all renovation work, including stone and brick coping, new glass and mosaic tiles, new pool interiors, adding a tanning shelf, leak detection, and much more. Let us take your pool into the 21st Century.
"Watermark did a very good job in replastering my pool. They spent the time and effort required to remove the delaminated plaster and prep the surface for the new plaster. They were reliable on scheduling and completing the work."
Ray S on May 2024
Watermark Swimming Pool Services, Inc. has over 40 years of professional swimming pool renovation, restoration, and repair experience. We serve residential and commercial pool customers throughout the Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia areas. We travel to your location to discuss your pool renovation and repair needs. We provide free estimates on all renovation work, including stone and brick coping, new glass and mosaic tiles, new pool interiors, adding a tanning shelf, leak detection, and much more. Let us take your pool into the 21st Century.
"Watermark did a very good job in replastering my pool. They spent the time and effort required to remove the delaminated plaster and prep the surface for the new plaster. They were reliable on scheduling and completing the work."
Ray S on May 2024
COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY. LICENSE: VA. CLASS A #2701-034218. M.H.I.C. #34956. D.C. #800664. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: RENOVATIONS@POOLSERVICECOMPANY.COM. ADDITIONAL PHONE: (703) 591-6282. FAX: (703)591-6653.
"They drop me really and owning I always pay in advance pay $3000 3 years ago cover opening closing. I called them said that they would open and close it they will not return money. they said open with $500 and close it for $500 and they said I need to find another company to clean it. For two years open my pool and close my pool for two years find somebody else to clean and this is pain in my ***. They send me a letter owed me $900 2 weeks ago. They left me hanging. I think they are not being truthful the reason drop dropping me they no longer get the labor they need. but to let me know this to keep my money for all this years not refunding my money I can understand that how it works. But to let me know this late for this season not opening and closing my pool. The does not sit well for me they let me know it first. The problem with the pool service that they I have a large property in the Old Town Alexandria with swimming pool. But I did work with for 30 years and later years the theft became worst. I finally have to report a couple of theft that is the reason PoolService to drop me. I will not recommended them."
Marianne W on March 2023
COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY. LICENSE: VA. CLASS A #2701-034218. M.H.I.C. #34956. D.C. #800664. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: RENOVATIONS@POOLSERVICECOMPANY.COM. ADDITIONAL PHONE: (703) 591-6282. FAX: (703)591-6653.
"They drop me really and owning I always pay in advance pay $3000 3 years ago cover opening closing. I called them said that they would open and close it they will not return money. they said open with $500 and close it for $500 and they said I need to find another company to clean it. For two years open my pool and close my pool for two years find somebody else to clean and this is pain in my ***. They send me a letter owed me $900 2 weeks ago. They left me hanging. I think they are not being truthful the reason drop dropping me they no longer get the labor they need. but to let me know this to keep my money for all this years not refunding my money I can understand that how it works. But to let me know this late for this season not opening and closing my pool. The does not sit well for me they let me know it first. The problem with the pool service that they I have a large property in the Old Town Alexandria with swimming pool. But I did work with for 30 years and later years the theft became worst. I finally have to report a couple of theft that is the reason PoolService to drop me. I will not recommended them."
Marianne W on March 2023
The installation timeline varies based on project complexity and whether you're converting an existing space or building from scratch. Modular units may install more quickly than custom designs. Proper waterproofing requires adequate drying time between steps. Your contractor should provide a detailed timeline based on your specific project requirements and the trades involved.
Running a steam room costs about $0.05 per minute on average. A 20-minute session adds approximately $1 to your utility bills. Your actual costs will depend on local utility rates, how frequently you use the steam room, and the efficiency of your particular steam generator model. Consider installing a timer to prevent accidental extended operation.
Regular maintenance primarily involves cleaning with appropriate products to prevent mold and mildew. The steam generator may require occasional descaling depending on your water hardness. Door seals and gaskets should be inspected periodically for wear. Consult your installer about specific maintenance recommendations for your system.
Both steam rooms and saunas can appeal to luxury homebuyers, with neither consistently outperforming the other in terms of resale value. Steam rooms typically cost between $2,000 and $8,000, while home saunas range from $3,000 to $9,000 or higher. The best choice depends on your local real estate market, your home's overall positioning, and potential buyers' preferences.
Converting an existing shower into a steam room is possible with proper modifications. The space must be fully enclosed with appropriate door sealing. Waterproofing is essential throughout the enclosure. The ceiling should be designed to prevent condensation dripping. Electrical access is needed for the steam generator. Professional assessment is crucial to determine if your existing shower space is suitable for conversion.