Dan and Lisa’s Shower Makeover in Pottawattamie County, Iowa

Fixing up tired, outdated bathrooms is something we do every day at Custom Bath & Shower, but every now and then, we meet a couple that reminds us why we love this work. Dan and Lisa, right here in Pottawattamie County, were one of those couples, and their shower transformation journey was truly memorable.

We first met Dan and Lisa at a local home show in Council Bluffs. They strolled by our booth, eyeing our display shower with the same cautious curiosity you’d use when trying a new dish at the Iowa State Fair—interested, but skeptical.

“We’re just looking,” Dan said with a grin, while Lisa leaned in for a better look at our man-made stone system. “Our old shower is… well, let’s just say it came with the house, and that was three kids ago.”

It didn’t take long before our conversation turned into an impromptu design session. They had no idea there was anything beyond the acrylic showers they’d seen in big-box stores. Once we showed them our stone-based system, their eyes widened like they’d just discovered sweet corn on a pizza (which, by the way, is a very Iowa thing).

From Outdated to Outstanding

After their visit to the show, we scheduled a free in-home consultation. Their existing shower had definitely seen better days—grimy grout lines, yellowing plastic, and a general sense of “we’ll get to it eventually.” But eventually had arrived.

They wanted something durable, stylish, and easy to clean. We introduced them to our custom walk-in shower system, made from solid man-made stone that looks like natural stone but is easier to maintain—and let’s be honest, nobody wants to spend their Saturday scrubbing shower corners.

Installation: Smooth Sailing (and a Little Banter)

Installation day rolled around with that classic Pottawattamie County charm: a little chill in the morning, a hot coffee in hand, and curious neighbors peeking over to ask, “Whatcha gettin’ done over there?”

Our crew worked efficiently and respectfully. Dan and Lisa appreciated how clean and professional the team was—Dan joked that our installers “cleaned up better than our kids after a 4-H fair.” And honestly, that’s a high bar.

They loved watching the transformation unfold. Every time they peeked in, the space looked more polished and more like the kind of bathroom you’d see in a magazine—or at least one without duct tape fixes and water stains.

The Final Reveal: “It’s a 10/10!”

When the last piece was in place and the caulking had dried, Dan and Lisa stepped into their new shower and just stood there.

“This doesn’t even feel like the same house,” said Lisa. “I didn’t know we could have something like this without tearing down walls.”

They rated their experience a 10 out of 10, praising not just the product but the care, professionalism, and (their words, not ours) “Midwestern-friendly vibe” of our entire crew.

Why It Matters in Pottawattamie County

In a community that values hard work, honesty, and things built to last, Dan and Lisa’s story reflects what we aim for every day at Custom Bath & Shower. Whether you’re in Council Bluffs, Underwood, or out past the cornfields, your home deserves quality—and your bathroom doesn’t have to be boring.