Start with the project address and your goal.
Bring the complete address, including the state and ZIP code, and a short description of why you want to replace the tub. Kansas City spans two states; the city name alone does not identify the property. Start with the change that matters most, whether that is the look of the room, the way you enter the shower or how the room works each morning.
Record the room, not just the bathtub.
Take notes on the bathroom doorway, the vanity and the space around the tub. If you have photos, include a wide view as well as the fixtures you would like to change. Treat any measurements you take as discussion notes: the project team still needs to assess the actual room before finalizing a design.
Separate essential changes from finish preferences.
Make one list for daily-use goals and another for colors, wall finishes and fixtures. For example, a place to sit is a different question from choosing a tile pattern. Bring both lists so the proposal can explain the functional choices as well as the appearance.
Ask what happens outside the shower.
Ask about removal, wall preparation, plumbing, floor transitions and cleanup. If the room is your only bathroom, raise that early and discuss how access will be handled while work is happening. Request a written scope before comparing options; do not assume every proposal includes the same work.