Health & Fitness
3 Easy Ways You Can Save Money On Your Bathroom Remodel
Renovate your bathroom on a budget by taking a few DIY steps and hiring a HomeAdvisor professional to do the rest.
A bathroom renovation is a great way to help your home stand out in California's crowded housing market. Like kitchens, bathrooms are high value rooms for home evaluators and potential buyers. Even if you're choosing to stay put for the time being, a bathroom upgrade can help you fall in love with your space all over again.
While a total bathroom overhaul is best left to the professionals, there are some steps you can take to lessen the impact on your wallet. Anytime you're blowing out walls or working with plumbing, find a professional contractor for the job on HomeAdvisor. That said, you can take a few simple steps on your own to keep a few extra dollars in your pocket.
1. Buy The Fixtures Yourself
Find out what's happening in Fremontfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
A little extra effort can equal big savings when it comes to sourcing materials. Professionals typically charge 10 percent over retail for their time. Shop home improvement stores for the best deals, and frequent thrift stores and online tag sales. Big-ticket items, like tubs, can actually be quite affordable when found secondhand. This way, you'll save money and source the exact items you want, with no details lost in communication.
2. Remove Existing Tiles
Find out what's happening in Fremontfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
If you don't mind getting your hands dirty, ask your contractor if you can save some money by taking on this step. Tearing up the floor isn't a fun job, so most pros are happy to save the time. They may offer some instruction as to how you can do a thorough job to leave them with a clean slate.
3. Paint Your Bathroom
If it involves plumbing, chances are it requires some professional knowledge. But most of us can handle paint. Take on this step yourself, and ask your contractor about the best place in the project timeline for your to complete the job. You can save anywhere from $380 to $800.
These three steps offer the biggest savings for your troubles, and don't require too much skill. Faucet and sink installation, for example, is typically built into the overall bathroom remodel cost for next to nothing. Read ratings and reviews on HomeAdvisor to find the best professional for your needs, and ask what savings they can offer if you take on these simple tasks.
HomeAdvisor is a Patch promotional partner.
