Bathroom Remodel Contractor in Los Angeles

The term “re-bath” is a slang term meaning the remodel of a bathroom in Los Angeles

Re-Bath is also the name of a company that has franchises all over the country mainly in the east and midwestern states. To avoid any confusion the term “bathroom remodel” will be used in this short article as we don’t want to imply that we have any connection with that company. That being said, there are many reasons to remodel this important room in your house. The benefits of a remodel are many including the increase in the value of the house and making the bathroom a more pleasant place.

A complete remodel involves replacing items like a vanity, flooring, lighting and any cabinetry

In some cases, the existing ceramic toilet and bathtub may be re-used if they are in good working condition and fit into the scheme of the new décor. Any project without a good plan is doomed so the first step is to spend enough time to develop a strategy that covers some basic considerations.

The first and most important consideration will be to determine your budget. If you want a marble tub and a heated toilet seat surrounded by Greek marble columns, the reality of the cost will make most people re-think what features to include in the remodel. Another big consideration is choosing a contractor. Many articles have been written about this, but it boils down to professionalism and competence along with the obligatory state licensing and references from past customers. The contractor can offer advise on your budget and ease your other worries as well.

Other things that may pop up during a bathroom remodel are problems unseen that suddenly appear when the real work begins

Water damage and structural problems are the most common discoveries. When you make your budget be sure to have a contingency fund of 10% to 20%. If you don’t use the money it can be used to throw a “New Bathroom Party” at the end of the project.

What are your long-range plans for the house? If you plan on living at the house until your children drag you to the local Assisted Living Facility, then plan for that by including grab bars and non-slip flooring in the remodel. If you plan to sell soon, add a feature that you can use but will also appeal to a prospective buyer.

Your contractor can help you decide on other aspects of your remodeled bathroom such as storage cabinets, electrical outlet locations and wiring needed for any new lighting system and the selection of toilets, tubs, showers faucets and other fixtures. A competent contractor will make the HVAC system a priority and may recommend the use of a humidifier to control mildew causing moisture and humidity.

Your plan will need to include how to cope with not being able to use the bathroom and possible water shutoffs during the 1 to 3-week construction phase. If you are the town curmudgeon with no family or friends willing to help, then you might consider staying at a hotel or renting an RV to live in during the remodel. Fortunately, most people can arrange for their water and bathroom needs with minimal effort. A trusted contractor may even give you the peace of mind for you to take a short vacation while the heavy work is being done.

One last hint is to have your HVAC system checked after the job is done because some dirt and particulates might have found their way into the ductwork. You may also want to do a thorough cleaning of rooms near the remodeled bathroom to make sure that the house is as “clean as a whistle” for the bathroom reveal party paid for with unused contingency funds.

We, at Los Angeles Home Remodelers, pride ourselves on being professional, reliable, and affordable. We can help you remodel your bathroom or kitchen. We are fully licensed and fully insured. Contact us for a free, no obligation consultation at 1-818-532-0482