How To Remove Shower Pan

Attach the strainer to the drain hole in shower pan.
How to remove shower pan. In that case removing it may prove to be your only viable option. Vacuum the subfloor clean of all dust and debris. Check floor with a 4 foot level.
The pan may be resistant at first. You can t remove the pan without damaging the surrounding walls or tile so make sure you re prepared to patch or redo your shower walls. If necessary use hammer and cold chisel to chop out any tile that extends under the pan.
Step 3 remove the shower base pan. Install shims to create level surface. When the pan has been moved sufficiently you should hear a tearing or cracking.
Be aware however that removing a shower pan requires a certain level of bathroom remodeling commitment.