Planning checklist for your bathroom upgrade

When planning your project, it’s important to consider several factors that can impact the overall cost. Here are common features that many homeowners consider:

Size and style of the tub will impact price, with many options for whirlpool, air, Microsilk (personal fav), drop-in, alcove and the most popular these days, freestanding. Changing or adding a tub can range from $3500 -$10,000. A recent add on to having a soaking tub is a chiller for ice baths. If cold is your thing, you can buy one of these for $400 and boost your recovery!

Bathtubs

Replacing an outdated toilet is a simple and cost-effective way to “update.” As with anything else, you get what you pay for. Make sure you buy a brand name known for dependability and check the flushing capabilities at https://map-testing.com. Base Kohler or Toto models run $500 installed and luxury models as high as $10,000!

Toilet

The most popular material for countertops today is quartz (crushed granite and resin mixed to form patterns), however, other options exist, like cultured marble. Costs range from $100 per linear foot to $400 per linear foot of a 2’ deep countertop.

Countertops

Pricing varies, with stock vanity options being the most cost-effective. Size, top style, cabinetry, and material used will impact cost. Custom cabinetry may be ideal in small spaces or luxury master bathrooms. Prices range from $450 per linear foot to $950 per linear foot of cabinet.

Cabinets and Vanity

Price will vary depending on the manufacturer, style, and material used. You get what you pay for so keep that in mind. Old-school brand names carry a heftier price tag, however, they do come with a dependable warranty and proven track record. Estimate spending between $350 installed for a basic single-handle chrome and $2000 installed for a stylish widespread in a color like brushed gold.

Faucet

Ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone are popular picks for floor tile in bathrooms. Materials will be the deciding factor here, but natural stone like slate often costs more to install because it is difficult to cut, and place and requires additional reinforcement for floor application. From natural stone and classic ceramic to glass and mosaic styles that mimic natural materials, wall tile options vary. Expect to spend between $20-50 per square foot installed.

Wall and Floor Tile

Pedestal sinks, drop-in sinks, and designer styles all vary in cost. Typically, drop-in sinks are an affordable option available in an array of styles, however create the largest challenges for cleaning a bathroom. Undermount sinks are the most commonly installed bathroom sink. The sink will typically cost between $150-300 and can go as high as $1000-$2000 for specialty materials like brass, stone, or glass.

Sink

Shower

Every item in a bathroom is essential for it to be a bathroom, however one part of a bathroom can make any other shortcomings in a bathroom seem to disappear: the shower head… The shower is a great place to think or forget about the day. If you love that shower, you’ll day dream about being there when you're not. We recommend in for every shower, a large shower head, handheld shower sprayer, fold down or stationary seat and if you really want to make it a place you use for health benefits, add a steam unit. A good shower head system will run $1000 - $4000 and adding steam to a shower will be upward of $12,000 or more.

Bathroom Remodel/Update
Average Cost

The average cost to renovate a bathroom in Columbia for all of TigerTown Home Improvement projects over the last 3 years is approximately $30,000. To give you a better idea about what your bathroom remodel project may cost, below are the average turnkey bathroom remodeling project budgets for different bathroom sizes and budget types.

The economy range up to the mid-standard range is going to be Updated, with full-blown remodels from high standard to Luxury.

  • Economy bathroom remodel/update are the most affordable option, typically costing between $8,000 and $25,000. They are often smaller in size and use basic materials. For example, an economy remodel for a tiny half bath (4′ x 5′) would cost around $10,000, while a large master bath (14′ x 14′) could cost up to $25,000.

  • Standard bathroom remodels offer more features and finishes than economy remodels but are still relatively affordable. They typically cost between $18,000 and $32,000. For example, a standard remodel for a small hall bath (5′ x 8′) would cost around $20,000, while a large master bath (14′ x 14′) could cost up to $35,000.

  • High-end bathroom remodels use high-quality materials and finishes, and they often include custom features. They typically cost between $40,000 and $70,000. For example, a high-end remodel for an average master bath (10′ x 10′) would cost around $40,000, while a large master bath (14′ x 14′) could cost up more than $70,000.

  • Luxury bathroom remodels are the most expensive option, often costing more than $40,000 and upwards of $100,000. They use top-of-the-line materials and finishes, and they often include custom features such as steam showers, jetted tubs, bidets or bidet seats, heated floors, wall mounted toilets, medicine cabinets.

Disclaimer: Every bathroom remodeling project is unique, and these are just averages, and the actual cost of your bathroom remodel will vary depending on several factors, such as the size of your bathroom, the materials you choose, and the labor costs.

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