A bathroom remodel can be exciting, especially if you are tired of looking at outdated floors and fixtures. While many people attempt this type of upgrade on their own, it often requires the help of a trusted professional who can create a blueprint and discuss essential details to ensure a safe and functional space. As you prepare to upgrade this room in your home, learn what kind of timeline you can expect before the job is done.
What Are the Phases of a Remodel?
Each type of remodeling project will have a different timeline for completion. However, it’s important to set realistic expectations beforehand so you do not become frustrated with the process, which includes:
- Pre-Construction: This is the initial consultation phase. A local professional will come to your home and provide an estimate based on the size of the bathroom, desired updates, and materials you prefer to use.
- Permit Retrieval: Although tedious and often time-consuming, a bathroom remodel must be done correctly and follow various standards. This can require applying and waiting for approval.
- Construction: This is also known as demolition, which means removing fixtures, hardware, flooring, and other pieces to be replaced with new materials.
- Plumbing and Electrical Work: A bathroom must have running water and electricity to function correctly. Professionals will need time to install new lines, check for issues, and make sure everything is safe and working smoothly.
- Installation: This stage involves adding cabinetry, flooring, fixtures, hardware, and other components to the agreed-upon design.
- Finalization: The last step is to put the final touches on your new space. This means painting the walls, making minor adjustments, and discussing how to maintain new components.
What Kind of Timeline Should You Expect?
Your bathroom remodel may take longer than someone else’s or require much less time. Much of this depends on the size of the room, the required updates, permit approval (if necessary), and how soon a team of professionals can get started.
Generally, the following timelines are considered “normal:”
- Pre-Construction/Initial Consultation: One month
- Permit Retrieval: Up to six months (this may not be necessary)
- Construction or Demolition: 1-2 days
- Plumbing and Electrical: 1-2 months
- Installation: 1-2 months
- Finalization: 1-2 weeks
The remodeling process requires patience, but having a clear timeline will help you get excited about enjoying your dream bathroom when it’s finished.
About Prestige Floors
Prestige Floors is a family-owned and operated business based in Keller. The husband-and-wife team, Benson and Ashley Kelly, have been helping Keller residents transform their residential spaces since 2006. Whether our trusted professionals are updating floors or remodeling bathrooms or kitchens, the results are why countless individuals entrust us to get the job done right. If you want to remodel your bathroom but don’t know where to start, contact us at (817) 422-5343 to schedule a free in-home estimate.