Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom?
A small to full bathroom remodel costs$2,500 to $15,000, while a master bath or custom remodel costs $10,000 to $30,000. Bathroom renovations like replacing a bathtub costs$800 to $4,600. One-day bath or shower remodels cost $4,000 to $10,000.
How long does it take to remodel a bathroom?
Fully remodeling a bathroom takes 3 to 4 weeks, depending on the size, design, level of fixtures, and if any plumbing changes are made. Smaller bathroom renovations or refurbishings take 1 to 2 weeks to update.
How much value does a bathroom remodel add?
A bathroom remodel increases home value by $13,700 for a mid-range remodel or up to $39,000 for an upscale remodel. Bathroom remodeling provides a 65% return on investment, depending on the type and the quality of finishes.
What is included in a bathroom remodel?
A bathroom remodel may include demolishing the area, installing new flooring, hardware, bathtub, toilet, shower, cabinets, sink, countertops, mirror, tiling a tub and shower surround, connecting plumbing, and painting walls. A bathroom renovation is one or more of these upgrades.
Who to hire for a bathroom remodel?
Hiring a bathroom contractor requires planning accordingly, researching online, and asking questions. Start by searching our list to find the best bath remodelers near you.
Get at least three in-person house renovation quotes to compare.
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Verify their license, insurance, worker’s compensation, and bond guarantees.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Ask for a full itemized contract in writing in case of a dispute.
Discuss scheduling and how long the project will take
Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.
What questions to ask bathroom remodeling companies before hiring?
When looking for bathroom contractors near you, ask them the following questions:
How long have you been in the kitchen and bath remodeling business?
How many similar projects have you completed?
What do your services include?
Can I see a portfolio of your past remodeling jobs?
Can you provide me with references?
Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
How do you handle damages that happen on the job?
Who's the project manager, and will you use subcontractors?
What qualities do you look for in subcontractors?
What hours do you and your crew work?
What permits do I need, and will you obtain them?
When can you start, and when will you finish?
What does your warranty policy include?
Can you provide me a written estimate or contract with a breakdown of all costs?
What’s your payment schedule?
What do I need to provide to get started?
Reviews for Fremont bathroom remodelers
Recent success stories from people in the Fremont area.
Nanako B.
I hired LeCut Construction to remodel my mother's home since she has trouble communicating in English. I worked with Guy from the start to finish and was impressed with the level of communication from Guy as well as how they stuck to the timeline for the project. They make the process pretty easy by providing you with a design person to work with before the project begins to make sure everyone is on the same page about materials and design (if you don't already have one) and Guy was very flexible and accommodating throughout the whole process. The project turned out great and they made every effort to make sure we were satisfied with the outcome.
LeCut Construction
Sharad K.
Fern with Bella Homes did a phenomenal job of our attic remodeling project. It was a complex construction project that involved reinforcing the foundation, replacing stud walls with shear walls, building a staircase, and fully converting the attic to a habitable space with a bathroom and a patio.
Fern’s communication was stellar and he kept us updated on the project status. He was on top of any issues that arose and addressed them timely. Fern is a perfectionist and supervised the project with a sharp eye for the details. His crew is very experienced and executes very well. Fern managed the city inspections in a professional manner and we passed all of them with no rework!
With a project as involved as ours, Fern was quite flexible in accommodating our input. He offered great advice on interior decoration decisions ranging from picking interior/exterior color of the house to setting up the fireplace with a distressed mantlepiece. Fern ensured that the layout, flow, and appearance of the house were in harmony and ultimately delivered the project to our utmost satisfaction.
BELLA HOME BUILDERS, INC.
Jessica J.
Build the Bay completed a bathroom remodel for me - I was really pleased with the outcome and the process.
Communication:
Eitan and his team were communicative and ready to answer any questions I had. They explained the schedule and process in the beginning and throughout the project they shared updates & explanations. I felt well supported throughout.
Build Quality:
The work Eitan and his team completed sas great. There’s an attention to detail and cleanliness in the finished product that is exactly what I was looking for. For example, walls in any house are not perfectly even and corners are not perfect 90 degrees - Eitan’s team recognized these issues in my bathroom and adjusted the work so that the end result looked perfect (even if the underlying walls weren’t). When it came to things like tile design, Eitan gave attention to every inch so that the overall look was even & sophisticated.
Timeliness:
Eitan was willing to work with the schedule we had - it was summer so we had some time away and some last minute changes, but he was super reasonable & flexible. It was one less thing to stress about, which I appreciated. AND the project finished on time.
Overall:
I would definitely use Build the Bay again! We’re looking to kick off some larger projects in the future and I’ll go directly to Eitan for that work.
Build The Bay, Inc.
Juan O.
Very professional. Replaced the water heater in no time. Very clean work
Innovation Plumbing and Rooter dba HBR CONSTRUCTION
Kimberly K.
They did a quality drywall and painting job. They showed up and got the job done on time.
Smart Quality construction inc
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