The bathroom is one of the most used rooms in the house. Whether you have a busy family or live alone, the way your bathroom functions and looks has an impact on your daily home life. If it’s time for a bathroom remodel, the first step is creating a plan and a budget.
Clement Contracting in Winnipeg offers a range of construction and renovation services, including bathroom renovations. They share some tips on how to budget for a bathroom renovation:
Determine who will do what work.
Most of the work done on your bathroom renovation should be completed by a reputable and experienced general contractor. When you hire a general contractor, they will act as the project manager. That includes hiring subcontractors like designers, plumbers, electricians, drywall installers, tile installers, and others. They will also manage these trades, making sure their work is scheduled properly to keep the project going.
You can do some DIY yourself, if you’d like to save money on labour. Chat with your contractor about things like replacing cabinet doors, hardware, and even painting. Knowing what you can DIY and what you will pay to have done will help you determine your budget.
Determine the scope of the renovation.
Are you planning to gut the bathroom down to the studs and start over? Or, will some cosmetic upgrades do the trick? Costly alterations include moving plumbing and electrical, changing layouts, and extending the bathroom entirely. If you just want new countertops, tile, and fixtures, the cost will be lower.
Always plan for something to go wrong.
Planning for the worst isn’t negative thinking, it’s just smart. Even with the best plan and most experienced contractor, there can still be unexpected expenses that come up during your bathroom renovation. For example, they might take out your tub surround to find you have water damage and black mould that will need to be remediated. Or, your pipes might need upgrading to pass the current building code.
With this in mind, having 10-15% of your budget set aside for these mishaps can take a lot of stress out of the renovation process. If everything runs perfectly, you’ll have some extra money left over. If not, you won’t be scrambling trying to make the repairs needed.
Bathroom Renovations in Winnipeg
Clement Contracting has 15 years of experience in the construction and renovation industry. They are focused on you, the customer, and your satisfaction. Offering a range of renovation services, you can count on them to get the job done right.
Start planning your renovation today!
