Remodeling Your Bathroom? How much does a bathroom remodel cost? The Cost Could Be Quite Different than You Think!
When it comes time to remodel your bathroom, you may instantly think that you are going to need to spend tens of thousands of dollars to do it right. However, there are many different options when it comes to a bathroom remodel and depending on what your needs are, you can achieve the look you want for much less than you think!
Many people think that they are doing a bathroom remodel when all they are doing is a simple renovation by updating a few things in the space. Those simple renovations are going to cost you significantly less than a complete overhaul of your bathroom would.
If you are unsure of what type of remodel you want in your bathroom, you may want to ask yourself a few different questions before getting started. After all, you do not want to waste money by making a few small changes and eventually making the decision to rip everything you just did out and much more.
A Few Questions to Keep in Mind
· How do you use your bathroom?
· How many people use the bathroom at one time?
· How old are you and how long will you be staying in this home?
· Does your current bathroom meet your needs now and will it meet your needs for the future?
· How much money do you have in your budget?
The answers that you come up with for these questions will allow you to see how much work your current bathroom needs.
A Minor Bathroom Remodel Cost
If you love the current layout of your bathroom and the entire space works for your needs now and will continue to do so in the future, there is little that you will need to do in this space. A few cosmetic changes can easily be completed in no time at all and the total cost of your bathroom remodel will be less than you think.
If you are considering this type of bathroom remodel, then the cosmetic changes that you are looking at may include a new coat of paint, re-grouting the tiles, and installing new hardware on your cabinets. Such remodel do not require a contractor as these are only superficial items that could be done as a DYI project or by a handy man. Bathroom remodel cost for this type of situation ranges from $500 - $1000.(This range is considered for a 6'x10' bathroom)
A More In-Depth Bathroom Remodel Cost
Of course, you can add even more work to your list of things to do during your bathroom remodel, but it will add to your costs. You may want to consider replacing your toilet, installing a new faucet for your sink, and even putting in one of those rain showerheads you have been dreaming about forever!
You could even swap out your sink, install a new vanity, add a different medicine cabinet, and change out the lighting fixtures. Bathroom remodel cost for this type of situation ranges from $500 - $2000. (This range is considered for a 6'x10' bathroom)
Complex Bathroom Remodel Cost
A more complex bathroom remodel, and therefore, pricier, would include tearing out the tile in this space and replacing it completely. There are numerous types of tiles available, so you can work within your budget to find the one that will work best for your needs. You can choose to only re-tile your floor or you can tear out the tile in the shower and redo that as well. In fact, if you really wanted to, you can skip the paint and tile parts of the walls.
The possibilities with tiles are practically endless but understand that it does take time to install. So, you may not have a usable bathroom for a few days or weeks, depending on what you choose to do. Bathroom remodel cost for this type of situation ranges from $2000 - $4000.(This range is considered for a 6'x10' bathroom)
Extensive Bathroom Remodel Cost
The most expensive bathroom remodel is gutting the entire room and either increasing the size of the room or changing the entire layout. Let’s start with increasing the size of the room first. In this scenario, you will need to either use some space from another room or bump out the side of your home to create the space that you need. The first is not as expensive as the second, but there is still the added cost of the extra work. Plus, once you create this extra space, you may find that you need to change the existing layout of the room as well.
When you take the time to change the existing layout of your bathroom, you will find that you need to change where the toilet, sink, shower, and tub is located. Many people only choose to change their bathroom layout when their current space simply is not working for them at all or when they want to increase the space in the room, so that they can have a larger shower or a separate bathtub.
Extensive bathroom remodels like these take quite a bit of time. Once everything is removed from the space, the plumbing and sometimes even the electrical wiring needs to be moved and put where they will then be needed. Walls might need to be torn down, floors will need to be repaired, and new spaces will need to be created for all the fixtures.
Of course, when you are doing such extensive work, you may find that there are some underlying problems that must be dealt with before the new work can begin. It is often during major bathroom remodels that mold is found underneath tiles or plywood and walls are rotted from all the extra moisture.
Fixing these issues will add to your overall costs, but they are necessary to ensure that your new bathroom is done correctly. After all, setting a new toilet or shower on top of rotting wood will only mean needing to tear it all out and replacing it sooner than later. Bathroom remodel cost for this type of situation ranges from $6000 - $15,000. (This range is considered for a 6'x10' bathroom)
As you can see, there are many different ways you can remodel your bathroom. Therefore, it is easy to work with any type of budget.
We do recommend that you have an idea as to what you want completed in your bathroom over time and then create a plan as to how you will accomplish it. You can then work with the money that you have available and complete the work in smaller portions if you need to or set your plans aside until you have the budget that is required to complete the entire remodel at once.
It is best to work with a bathroom remodeling contractor for this type of work, because they can give you ideas and suggestions that will turn your new bathroom into the space that you have always been dreaming about!
If you are in need for an improvement on your existing bathroom , and are seeking a contractor for your bathroom project, please call us or fill out our form to request your estimate.