How Much Does A Bathroom Renovation Cost?
Before we start we have to address the elephant in the room and it is the first question we get asked – How Much Is This Going To Cost?
First off we have to work out if you are doing a cosmetic upgrade or a renovation
Our rule of thumb – A cosmetic upgrade is:
Replacing a vanity unit
Putting in a new shower screen and tap ware
New towel racks
New wall tiles - As soon as tiles are removed from the floor or from the shower recess – It becomes a renovation and this is due to protecting the waterproofing membrane. If this membrane is damaged you will have an expensive water damage disaster.
Your Bathroom Renovation Budget
Bathrooms are often one of the smallest rooms in the house and yet the most expensive to renovate.
When done well and with proper planning and expertise, a bathroom renovation can be an excellent investment, adding up to 10% to the value of your home over time.
More importantly, it can make a huge difference to your enjoyment of your home.
A bathroom renovation can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $30,000 or more, depending on the size of your bathroom.
The current average cost in Australia for a bathroom Renovation is $17,000
If you are planning on selling your home in the near future, spending the right amount on your bathroom is important.
You do not want to over capitalise and nor do you want to under capitalise!
One formula we found to be useful is to set 2% of your homes value to a bathroom renovation.
For example, if you have a house worth $700K your finished bathroom renovation budget would be $14,000.
Let Us Help You Design Your Bathroom Reno
In a family home, the need for practical bathroom is greater than a bathroom for a retired couple in a unit.
The style of your home, the age of your home and if your home is free standing or an apartment will also be a cost factor.
A major renovation may require changing the layout of your plumbing, which is costly and time-consuming.
If you can come up with a design that uses existing plumbing and these includes the toilet, it can save you money.
Contact us for a quote and we can run through different design options that you may not have considered.
We love doing bathrooms and we have a great understanding of what will make a great bathroom for you and your home.
