How to Estimate the Cost of Building a House Bath
After the kitchen, the bathroom is the room most Americans want to be up to date and appealing. Having a second bath in the house is no longer considered a luxury. The cost of building a new house bath can be quite high. Variables include the cost of materials and labor in your locale and the expense of the fixtures you choose. Renovating an existing bath can cost considerably less. Take these items into consideration when you estimate the cost of building a house bath. Does this Spark an idea?
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Ask contractors for building quotes if the bath is new construction or an addition to the house. An existing room that is converted to a bath will not have those costs.
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Research several different plumbing and electrical companies and get quotes for the job you want done. Reputable companies won't mind that you're getting more than one quote.
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Go to home-improvement stores and search online for the fixtures you want, such as the toilet, tub and vanity. Comparison shop and keep notes on pricing. Find out what delivery costs will be and include those.
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Decide which, if any, areas of the bath will be tiled. Calculate how much tile you'll need and if you'll need to hire someone to install it. Learn about the different types of tile and compare their advantages and disadvantages.
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Add in labor costs if they aren't included in your quotes (for instance a contractor to hang sheetrock or install flooring).
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Determine costs for flooring and wall treatments. Laminate wood flooring doesn't work well in bathrooms because it can warp or stain when it's wet. Choose paint or wallpaper that will stand up to humidity.
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Include items like towel racks, mirrors, a medicine chest and built-in shelving or closets. Get prices on lighting that will provide plenty of illumination.
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Tips & Warnings
Add 10 percent to your estimate to cover overages. Check with the Better Business Bureau for complaints against contractors, plumbers and electricians.
