What Can You Expect to Pay for a Bathroom Remodel in Portland?
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Budgeting and estimating costs for your bathroom remodeling project can be challenging. Online resources do not take into account the geographical area, and many over-simplify the budgeting process. However, it is essential that you are able to accurately budget for a bathroom remodel. As a top Portland remodeling contractor, we can help address your questions surrounding bathroom remodeling costs.
Nailing Down Bathroom Remodel Cost
With any home remodeling project, there are so many variables that come into play, and they all affect the budget. The extent of the project, existing condition, finishes selected, timeline – all of these factors into the cost. There are also geographic variables to account for.
As a homeowner there is a process you can work through that will help nail down the scope and cost of your bathroom remodeling project. As experts on residential remodeling, we are happy to discuss the specifics of your particular project and estimate the costs. Once you work through this process, it will give us all the information we need to provide an accurate estimate.
Bathroom Remodel Considerations
Step 1 – Define How You Want to Remodel
First, determine what kind of residential remodeling contractor is the right fit for your job. Some choose to hire a handyman and supply all the fixtures. Keep in mind when you do not work with a bathroom remodeling specialist, this can potentially involve more work, headaches, and a longer timeline. In worst-case scenarios, the work may have to be re-done if you select an unqualified partner. For bathroom remodels, it is a significant job to manage the project, supplies, and to make sure everything happens on time to complete the project on schedule.
You could also hire an architect or interior designer and then bid the project out with several general contractors. For a simple, well-defined project, this could be an option. For this approach, select a home remodeling contractor and get them on board with the project as early as possible.
Residential remodelers can provide budget guidance throughout the planning process.
Portland, OR remodeling contractors who are design/build firms offer you a single residential remodeling company to oversee the design, cost, project management, and construction of your bathroom remodeling project. Lamont Bros. is such a company, and we even have our in-house remodeling teams do the majority of the work as an added layer of accountability to our customers.
A note of caution: be careful when vetting and interviewing firms. Some firms are mainly remodeling firms that tack on a little bit of design, and some are mainly design firms that subcontract out the remodeling work. In order to have the best experience, you want a firm that’s fully integrated and has full-service design and remodeling.
To streamline your project, select a company that participates in the Field Issuance Remodel program, also known as the FIR program. FIR is a specialized program that provides a streamlined permit process and oversight inspection for your residential remodeling project. Lamont Bros. is part of the FIR program for Portland remodeling contractors. FIR-affiliated companies go through a rigorous screening process, so they will always be your best bet.
Step 2 – Define Your General Project, Then Get Specific
You have heard the saying “begin with the end in mind” – it applies to your bathroom remodel! Think about the general aesthetic look and function of your bathroom remodel before you get too caught up in specifics.
In general, we find that bathroom remodels fit into one of these three categories:
1. Partial Bathroom Remodel A partial remodel is a remodel where some of the existing finishes will remain. For example, you may have a bathroom that has a fine vanity and lighting, but you want to rework the shower. If that is the case, your budget will include specific remodeling costs, plus protection costs for what you are not tearing out. Typically, add about 5%-20% of the project cost to protect the rest of the space.
2. Pull-and-Replace Bathroom Remodel A pull-and-replace bathroom remodel leaves all of the fixtures, lighting, and walls in their existing locations, but refreshes them with new, up-to-date products and finishes with a new aesthetic. This is the type of remodeling where it seems you are stretching the money the farthest because your entire budget makes a very visible difference.
3. Major Bathroom Remodel A major bathroom remodel can involve moving walls, fixtures, lighting, and might even involve some structural work. As you may have guessed, this is the most expensive type of bathroom remodel because you are customizing the layout of the space. These kinds of changes involve skilled trades like plumbing and electric which costs more. You do not see these expenditures in the same way you do your fancy tile after the project is complete, but they are necessary. Keep in mind, fixing a bad layout often makes the most difference in a bathroom remodel.
Step 3 – Select the Right Bathroom Remodeling Contractor
Now that you understand the variables, find a partner who will help you plan and budget. It is important you work with a company that you are comfortable with, one that is honest and up-front about the construction costs. We always recommend checking references to give you peace of mind.
You will want to work with a company that has deep experience in bathroom remodels. If they rarely do the type of bathroom remodel you want, you cannot expect them to be great at helping you come up with a budget. At Lamont Bros., we offer proprietary budgeting tools to interactively create a budget with you. It makes the process fully transparent so that you know exactly what is included in a budget and what isn’t.
Some Helpful Averages
In addition to our tool, the one Remodeling Magazine puts out each year is also helpful. They title it the Cost Vs. Value report and design it to help homeowners understand what remodeling projects cost in their metro area and how much value they add to the home. Their Portland Metro report corresponds quite accurately to what you can expect to budget for a bathroom remodel. If you would like a copy of that report, simply schedule a call below and we will send you one.
To give you some ideas of what a bathroom remodel can cost, here are a few examples:
Example #1 – Hall Bathroom Remodel
A 5×8 pull-and-replace bathroom remodel with a tile floor, tub with tile shower surround, semi-custom vanity, quartz countertop, new plumbing fixtures, new mirror or medicine cabinet, and new lighting will likely range from about $32,000-$45,000. Can it get below that? Sure, that is why it is important that we work closely with you to determine your specific needs.
Example #2 – Master Bathroom Remodel
A basic pull-and-replace master bathroom is typically much larger than a hall bathroom. It often includes both a tub and a larger custom tile shower, either two vanities or a double vanity, and sometimes a separate water closet. The cost for this type of project can range anywhere from $48,000-$75,000. As you work through the design process, you will find that each decision you make about each aspect of your remodel will push that budget lower or higher in that range. We work closely with you to help determine where you get the most bang for your buck.
Create a Custom Budget
If you are planning a bathroom remodel and want some budgeting advice, you can schedule an appointment with us. We will create an interactive budget specifically for your bathroom remodeling project. We enjoy working closely with our clients to make design decisions that save you money.
When you work with the Lamont Bros. team, you are selecting an experienced and highly qualified bathroom remodeling company, one that is FIR approved. It would be our pleasure to work alongside you to come up with a budget and design that will deliver a finished product you can be proud of.
My notes:
After careful research, this is the SEO I focused on for this piece:
Grammatically – I edited out the passive voice and took out all caps, which is not an effective literary device. The reader interprets all caps as screaming.
Nailing Down Bathroom Remodel Cost
With any home remodeling project, there are so many variables that come into play, and they all affect the budget. The extent of the project, existing condition, finishes selected, timeline – all of these factors into the cost. There are also geographic variables to account for.
As a homeowner there is a process you can work through that will help nail down the scope and cost of your bathroom remodeling project. As experts on residential remodeling, we are happy to discuss the specifics of your particular project and estimate the costs. Once you work through this process, it will give us all the information we need to provide an accurate estimate.
Bathroom Remodel Considerations
Step 1 – Define How You Want to Remodel
First, determine what kind of residential remodeling contractor is the right fit for your job. Some choose to hire a handyman and supply all the fixtures. Keep in mind when you do not work with a bathroom remodeling specialist, this can potentially involve more work, headaches, and a longer timeline. In worst-case scenarios, the work may have to be re-done if you select an unqualified partner. For bathroom remodels, it is a significant job to manage the project, supplies, and to make sure everything happens on time to complete the project on schedule.
You could also hire an architect or interior designer and then bid the project out with several general contractors. For a simple, well-defined project, this could be an option. For this approach, select a home remodeling contractor and get them on board with the project as early as possible.
Residential remodelers can provide budget guidance throughout the planning process.
Portland, OR remodeling contractors who are design/build firms offer you a single residential remodeling company to oversee the design, cost, project management, and construction of your bathroom remodeling project. Lamont Bros. is such a company, and we even have our in-house remodeling teams do the majority of the work as an added layer of accountability to our customers.
A note of caution: be careful when vetting and interviewing firms. Some firms are mainly remodeling firms that tack on a little bit of design, and some are mainly design firms that subcontract out the remodeling work. In order to have the best experience, you want a firm that’s fully integrated and has full-service design and remodeling.
To streamline your project, select a company that participates in the Field Issuance Remodel program, also known as the FIR program. FIR is a specialized program that provides a streamlined permit process and oversight inspection for your residential remodeling project. Lamont Bros. is part of the FIR program for Portland remodeling contractors. FIR-affiliated companies go through a rigorous screening process, so they will always be your best bet.
Step 2 – Define Your General Project, Then Get Specific
You have heard the saying “begin with the end in mind” – it applies to your bathroom remodel! Think about the general aesthetic look and function of your bathroom remodel before you get too caught up in specifics.
In general, we find that bathroom remodels fit into one of these three categories:
1. Partial Bathroom Remodel A partial remodel is a remodel where some of the existing finishes will remain. For example, you may have a bathroom that has a fine vanity and lighting, but you want to rework the shower. If that is the case, your budget will include specific remodeling costs, plus protection costs for what you are not tearing out. Typically, add about 5%-20% of the project cost to protect the rest of the space.
2. Pull-and-Replace Bathroom Remodel A pull-and-replace bathroom remodel leaves all of the fixtures, lighting, and walls in their existing locations, but refreshes them with new, up-to-date products and finishes with a new aesthetic. This is the type of remodeling where it seems you are stretching the money the farthest because your entire budget makes a very visible difference.
3. Major Bathroom Remodel A major bathroom remodel can involve moving walls, fixtures, lighting, and might even involve some structural work. As you may have guessed, this is the most expensive type of bathroom remodel because you are customizing the layout of the space. These kinds of changes involve skilled trades like plumbing and electric which costs more. You do not see these expenditures in the same way you do your fancy tile after the project is complete, but they are necessary. Keep in mind, fixing a bad layout often makes the most difference in a bathroom remodel.
Step 3 – Select the Right Bathroom Remodeling Contractor
Now that you understand the variables, find a partner who will help you plan and budget. It is important you work with a company that you are comfortable with, one that is honest and up-front about the construction costs. We always recommend checking references to give you peace of mind.
You will want to work with a company that has deep experience in bathroom remodels. If they rarely do the type of bathroom remodel you want, you cannot expect them to be great at helping you come up with a budget. At Lamont Bros., we offer proprietary budgeting tools to interactively create a budget with you. It makes the process fully transparent so that you know exactly what is included in a budget and what isn’t.
Some Helpful Averages
In addition to our tool, the one Remodeling Magazine puts out each year is also helpful. They title it the Cost Vs. Value report and design it to help homeowners understand what remodeling projects cost in their metro area and how much value they add to the home. Their Portland Metro report corresponds quite accurately to what you can expect to budget for a bathroom remodel. If you would like a copy of that report, simply schedule a call below and we will send you one.
To give you some ideas of what a bathroom remodel can cost, here are a few examples:
Example #1 – Hall Bathroom Remodel
A 5×8 pull-and-replace bathroom remodel with a tile floor, tub with tile shower surround, semi-custom vanity, quartz countertop, new plumbing fixtures, new mirror or medicine cabinet, and new lighting will likely range from about $32,000-$45,000. Can it get below that? Sure, that is why it is important that we work closely with you to determine your specific needs.
Example #2 – Master Bathroom Remodel
A basic pull-and-replace master bathroom is typically much larger than a hall bathroom. It often includes both a tub and a larger custom tile shower, either two vanities or a double vanity, and sometimes a separate water closet. The cost for this type of project can range anywhere from $48,000-$75,000. As you work through the design process, you will find that each decision you make about each aspect of your remodel will push that budget lower or higher in that range. We work closely with you to help determine where you get the most bang for your buck.
Create a Custom Budget
If you are planning a bathroom remodel and want some budgeting advice, you can schedule an appointment with us. We will create an interactive budget specifically for your bathroom remodeling project. We enjoy working closely with our clients to make design decisions that save you money.
When you work with the Lamont Bros. team, you are selecting an experienced and highly qualified bathroom remodeling company, one that is FIR approved. It would be our pleasure to work alongside you to come up with a budget and design that will deliver a finished product you can be proud of.
My notes:
After careful research, this is the SEO I focused on for this piece:
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- Bathroom remodel
- Portland remodeling contractors
- Home remodeling contractor in Portland
- Residential Remodeling
- Bathroom remodel cost
- Bathroom remodeling contractor
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Grammatically – I edited out the passive voice and took out all caps, which is not an effective literary device. The reader interprets all caps as screaming.