The price depends on the size of your space and whether you are updating essentials or getting a complete renovation with all new fixtures like tubs, sinks, toilets, etc… Labor averages 50% of the total project price at about $65 per hour, so it is crucial to find an experienced contractor that can do quality work for this low hourly rate if possible. Material prices stay roughly the same across each state (although they may vary depending on where in particular). Still, factors such as labor differ significantly from region to region, which means there could be significant savings when buying materials online rather than locally.
Budgeting Your Bathroom Remodel
If you decide to invest in a bathroom remodeling project, budgeting for it will be like walking on thin ice. Sure, all your family wants is an impeccable home with every modern amenity imaginable, but that’s not always the case when finances are tight and other needs suddenly prioritize frivolous ones. Remember though–investing in your oasis can make even the most untampered house feel hospitable again.
You have to be realistic when it comes to the bathroom budget process. Still, with manufacturers offering a variety of fixtures and finishes on every price range, you don’t need to worry about not being able to get what your needs are. Here are a few tips that can help you in your bathroom remodeling.
- Research Begin by researching all of the options available on the market today—flip through magazines, refer to our handy slideshow for potential bathroom layouts and showrooms in your area. Dream up your wish list with price tags, then revise that into a reality list with room for discussion from professionals at local home improvement trade shows.
- Be Realistic It is important to know the costs of a bathroom remodel before you start looking for someone to do it. Some people may say that they can complete an entire job in one day, but this isn’t true; realistically speaking, most jobs take three weeks on average and cost around $100 per square foot. The bathroom may include many more materials than you think, so be sure to account for this in your project budget. A contractor’s allowance might not give accurate estimates and could lead to an expensive mistake that costs way over the planned $30,000 estimate.
- Expect The Unexpected When it comes to a bathroom remodeling project, you never know what’s going to happen. Sometimes the overages end up costing more than planned, and this can be very difficult for some people that don’t have much money in their bank accounts. The key is not spending too much on any one decision because these decisions are typically final so if you want an extravagant-looking sink or shower, then go ahead. Still, there has got to be something else less expensive as well, in case your budget doesn’t work out like expected.
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