What Contributes to the Cost of a Bathroom Renovation?

A big contributor is the plumbing.

While it isn’t a requirement in every bathroom renovation, most people want to increase the size of their bathroom to create a more open, spacious feel. Often this requires relocating tub or shower drains, and toilets and sinks. The cost to reroute these plumbing lines depends on what is in the floor below.

High-end plumbing fixtures and bathtubs also add to the cost of your reno. There are beautiful options available today and they will add value to your home and lifestyle.

And then there are the finishes.

Bathrooms are smaller than most other rooms in a house, and offer a great chance to incorporate exquisite tiles and countertops because you don’t need a lot of the product to make a big impact. Consider looking at remnant pieces of granite or quartz for the counter; you can often find exotic materials at a fraction of the cost because they are too small to use in most applications, making them perfect for a show-stopping bathroom vanity!

To stay within budget, prioritize your choices and spend less on the things that don’t matter as much to you. If you love that expensive freestanding tub and need to have plumbing done to put it in the right space, spend less on the shower, toilet, and sink. There are great options available at every price point and you can definitely create a space you love without breaking the bank.