The average cost of a bathroom remodeling project is almost $11,000 (and can climb much higher). This might seem like a lot of money, but with the right planning, it can add serious value to your home and improve your day-to-day life.
If you’re planning a bathroom remodel, you want to get your money’s worth. We’re here to help by talking about a few common bathroom remodeling mistakes homeowners make.
Read on to learn more.
1. Not Setting a Firm Budget
Many people underestimate how expensive a bathroom remodeling project can be. Yes, bathrooms tend to be some of the smallest rooms in the house, but countertops, plumbing fixtures, new bathroom flooring, and other necessary features will get expensive.
You need to know your bathroom remodel budget before you get started. You should include some wiggle room within that budget but have a hard limit.
2. Not Making a List
Making a list of “wants” and “needs” will help you determine your budget and help your remodeling company of choice provide the best possible bathroom remodeling project for you.
The “needs” are things that are non-negotiable. For example, you may need a standing shower instead of a tub for mobility reasons (or just because you prefer it). You may need a second sink because you’re always fighting over it in the morning before work.
“Wants” would be things that are nice to have, but they wouldn’t impact your feelings about your bathroom. For example, you may want a walk-in closet or a waterfall shower, but you’d be okay without them.
3. Not Considering Storage
Bathroom storage can be problematic for many people. Unless you’re lucky, you likely don’t have enough room for all of your towels, toiletries, and other must-haves without making a mess on the counter or bringing in external storage options.
A remodeling professional will have no trouble fitting in extra storage, even if your restroom is small. Adding cabinets, a medicine cabinet, and drawers are often simple.
Try to determine your specific storage needs before you contact the remodeling company. Consider how many things you leave strewn about and where you’d prefer to store them.
4. Not Updating Your Lighting
Lighting is often an afterthought when people are remodeling their bathrooms. Good bathroom lighting is a game-changer.
Consider how much easier it would be to get ready in the morning if you had nice and bright light fixtures instead of the dim built-in lights that came with the house.
You can technically replace your lights whenever you like with a bit of effort, but if you’re already doing a remodeling project, why not take advantage of the opportunity?
5. Choosing the Wrong Remodeling Company
You should spend time looking for a remodeling company that’s right for you. Ask around, read online reviews, and look at portfolios.
Not all remodeling companies are alike. Even if they do good work, their general design aesthetic may not match yours, or they may not be able to work within your budget.
This is a big decision, so don’t take it lightly.
Avoid These Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes
These bathroom remodeling mistakes could turn your bathroom remodel into a disappointment instead of a huge success. Keep them in mind before you chose and contact your local remodeling company.
Are you looking for the right remodeling company for your project? Alpha to Omega Properties is here to help. We offer everything from design help to contracting the project itself.
Contact us to get started today.