Answering Your Questions About Your Upcoming Bathroom Remodel
Upgrade to the bathroom you have always wanted.
If you have been debating on whether to remodel your bathroom, you likely need to have it remodel. It’s a wise investment for the quality of your home life and to improve the functionality and aesthetics of your home. If you spend as much time as you do in the bathroom, why not make it your favorite room?
As exciting as a remodeling endeavor can be, questions are asked by homeowners all the time because—let’s face it—it can require a lot of money and time being poured into a part of your home that is used multiple times a day.
We want to help the transition for your bathroom remodel remain smooth, so we got some of our common questions about bathroom remodels answered below.
Planning Your Bathroom Remodel
Question: How do I start planning my bathroom remodel?
Answer: Begin by assessing your needs and wants, setting a budget, and researching design ideas. Establish non-negotiables for your bathroom, including anything that is necessary for any personal needs.
Begin to imagine what you want in a bathroom. What has been your dream spa experience? How can you fit that into your dream bathroom?
Looking for inspiration? Use resources like home magazines, Pinterest, and Houzz to find ideas for your bathroom design.
Question: What should I include in my bathroom remodel checklist?
Answer: Consider items like layout changes, plumbing updates, lighting, ventilation, and storage solutions.
When it comes to layout changes, consider how much space you would like in between your shower area, toilet, sink, closets, and countertops. Are you going to need a large, open space or are you comfortable with a smaller fit?
Do you need to update your plumbing? If you haven’t remodeled in a while, the answer is likely yes! Or you should at least get it inspected to ensure it meets the standards, otherwise you could be in for a surprise later down the road.
Lighting-wise, do you prefer natural light from larger windows or are the lights in your bathroom just needing to be updated?
Budget and Costs
Question: How much does a bathroom remodel cost?
Answer: Costs vary widely depending on the scope of the project, materials used, and labor. Budget-wise, understand that a remodel typically costs more than a couple hundred dollars. If you’re just touching up some areas, it could be several thousand dollars. An average bathroom remodel can cost $18,000 up to $35,000, and it can be more than that if there’s a lot of tiles and a large shower installation.
Question: How can I save money on my bathroom remodel?
Answer: If you’re looking to save money, keep your bathroom layout the same or close to the same. You can also choose cost-effective materials, and some features could potentially be DIY, like decorating and installing the shelving inside a closet.
Note, however, to make sure you are still using quality materials for your project. You could lose a lot of money in the long run if you need to continue updating your materials because poor quality was chosen for your bathroom products.
Design and Layout
Question: What are the latest trends in bathroom design?
Answer: The top trends we are seeing for bathrooms include minimalist designs, smart technology, eco-friendly features, and luxurious touches. Functionality is at its finest this year, with people wanting to upgrade their bathrooms with a design that is beautiful, simple and aesthetically pleasing, all the while making sure its environmental impact is minimal.
Question: How do I choose the right layout for my bathroom?
Answer: This part of designing your bathroom is fully up to you. Functionality-wise, your designer may have some recommendations, but outside of that you can choose whether you like your current layout and want to switch things up. Outside of plumbing fixtures and needs, you can’t go wrong in this part of the design.
Hiring a Professional vs. DIY
Question: Should I hire a professional or attempt a DIY bathroom remodel?
Answer: While there are some smaller projects that can be done yourself, we do recommend using professionals to handle your bathroom remodel. This ensures quality for the project, which means you won’t have to figure out how to remodel, pay lots of money in repairs, and it won’t fall apart after just a couple of months. On top of that, they will be able to create beautiful designs, let you know about permits needed, and find the perfect materials for your project without you doing any of that work.
Question: How do I choose the right remodeling contractor?
Answer: We have a blog post already that shares about finding the right remodeling contractor for your home. To sum it up, find a contractor that has an outstanding reputation already, with many years in the renovation industry. Make sure the staff are knowledgeable about what you need done, and they should also have a reasonable timeframe for getting your project accomplished.
If you live in Southern Pennsylvania, check with ALL Renovation & Design to see if we would be a good fit for your project. We serve Lancaster, Lebanon, York, Hershey, and Harrisburg!
The Remodeling Process
Question: What is the typical timeline for a bathroom remodel?
Answer: It typically depends on the size of the bathroom, but most renovation companies should be able to only take a maximum of two months if it’s only a remodel. If the project is smaller it could take less time. If it’s a bigger project, like a full home addition, it likely will take more time. As for the design process, that can also vary with, again, the size of the project, setting up contracts and agreements, etc.
Question: What should I expect during the remodeling process?
Answer: You should be expecting a lot of communication with the people working on your project, and you should know what is happening to your home. If this is the only bathroom in your house, be aware that it may not be available throughout the time your team is working on it, so make sure to ask if prior arrangements need to be made. The remodeling process can get messy, but your team should be maintaining an organized, clean space and not interfere with the rest of your home.
After the Remodel
Question: How do I maintain my newly remodeled bathroom?
Answer: Keep it clean and organized after the remodel. If there’s any issue with the bathroom, learn about what guarantees are available from the renovation company you hired.
Question: How can I add personal touches to my remodeled bathroom?
Answer: We love personal touches! Add your own decorations, plants, scents, curtains, etc. to the bathroom. You can also ask your design team for ideas when it comes to tilework, paint colors, etc. to make the bathroom feel more like it belongs to you—because it does!
Conclusion
Again, when it comes to your bathroom, this is your journey. We’re here to answer the general questions, but it’s up to you to work on the design and to reach out to begin your remodeling journey. We hope you are able to connect with ALL Renovation & Design for your bathroom needs. Our stacked team of remodeling experts is here to guide you when you are prepared to take the steps to remodel your bathroom!
