Some Frequently asked questions
Bathroom renovations can take many different forms, and each project is unique. Because of that, it causes a lot of confusion, as well as creates a lot of questions. Some inquiries we at Top Bathroom Renovations Melbourne hear more than others. Chances are you have one or more of the following questions as well, and hopefully the answers help. And if you have any further questions not listed, you can always call us for an in-home consultation where one of our professional bathroom renovation experts can give you the personal focus you need.
Are Bathroom Renovations Expensive?
The short answer is “it depends”. There are many contributing factors that go into pricing out your job; things like how extensive the amount of work is that you need, what fixtures are you installing, and how much of the original bathroom is going to remain and how much needs to be torn out and rebuilt.
For instance, some renovations only cost a few hundred dollars, but that only includes touching up the walls and possibly replacing light fixtures. It also depends on how much of the project you are able to do, and how much you need a professional to do for you.
Are Bathroom Renovations Worth It?
Time after time, bathroom renovations, when done correctly, add value to your home and can land you a great return on investment, even if you aren’t selling your home. Renovations can replace faulty or less-than-perfect aspects of your home that the builder installed and make your house run the way you’ve always wanted it. For a reasonable amount of money, you can customize your home the way you’ve envisioned it for a while.
How Do I Find the Right Company?
Reliable bathroom renovation companies can be difficult to find, especially since renovations can be as much an art as a science. Ask them for referrals and follow up with past clients to see how happy they were. Also, any respectable company should have some sort of a portfolio. Finally, you should always get a second or even a third opinion and compare prices. You aren’t necessarily looking for the smallest amount, but to see just how far each company varies. If they’re all fairly similar, you know the price is in the right range; if one is wildly higher or lower, chances are something isn’t quite right.
What Should I Replace First?
This is a personal choice and it really comes down to functionality over cosmetic needs. If one or more things are broken or have experienced water damage, they should absolutely be replaced first. If you’re only trying to change the look of your bathroom, or other room in your house, try changing the paint color of the flooring first and then match fixtures to their style.
Couldn’t I Just Do My Own Renovations?
Certainly! However, the average homeowner has little to no experience in completing their own renovation projects. Some believe they can merely watch a video online or purchase a book and know how to complete their renovation in an effort to save some money. Unfortunately, the end result is usually a dysfunctional bathroom, broken fixtures, or major structural damage. By “saving” money, it actually incurs huge costs to fix the issues they made. By hiring a professional company, your project will be finished quicker than an inexperienced homeowner could do it, and chances are, you may actually come in under budget.
Do I Need to Replace All My Fixtures?
Chances are, some, if not all, your fixtures can stay. Toilets, for instance, usually don’t need to be replaced unless they leak from the wax ring at the bottom. A new toilet does very little to change the style of a bathroom, so unless it needs to be replaced it can stay and shave off a few hundred dollars from your project. Likewise, bathtubs can easily last 15 years if taken care of. Unless you actually need to replace an old fixture, other areas such as paint, tile, and flooring would be a better place to spend your money.
How Do I Start?
By calling us, you can have a professional in-home free estimate. We meet with you to get an idea for your project and work with you each step of the way to ensure it comes out exactly how you need it to.
Are Bathroom Renovations Expensive?
The short answer is “it depends”. There are many contributing factors that go into pricing out your job; things like how extensive the amount of work is that you need, what fixtures are you installing, and how much of the original bathroom is going to remain and how much needs to be torn out and rebuilt.
For instance, some renovations only cost a few hundred dollars, but that only includes touching up the walls and possibly replacing light fixtures. It also depends on how much of the project you are able to do, and how much you need a professional to do for you.
Are Bathroom Renovations Worth It?
Time after time, bathroom renovations, when done correctly, add value to your home and can land you a great return on investment, even if you aren’t selling your home. Renovations can replace faulty or less-than-perfect aspects of your home that the builder installed and make your house run the way you’ve always wanted it. For a reasonable amount of money, you can customize your home the way you’ve envisioned it for a while.
How Do I Find the Right Company?
Reliable bathroom renovation companies can be difficult to find, especially since renovations can be as much an art as a science. Ask them for referrals and follow up with past clients to see how happy they were. Also, any respectable company should have some sort of a portfolio. Finally, you should always get a second or even a third opinion and compare prices. You aren’t necessarily looking for the smallest amount, but to see just how far each company varies. If they’re all fairly similar, you know the price is in the right range; if one is wildly higher or lower, chances are something isn’t quite right.
What Should I Replace First?
This is a personal choice and it really comes down to functionality over cosmetic needs. If one or more things are broken or have experienced water damage, they should absolutely be replaced first. If you’re only trying to change the look of your bathroom, or other room in your house, try changing the paint color of the flooring first and then match fixtures to their style.
Couldn’t I Just Do My Own Renovations?
Certainly! However, the average homeowner has little to no experience in completing their own renovation projects. Some believe they can merely watch a video online or purchase a book and know how to complete their renovation in an effort to save some money. Unfortunately, the end result is usually a dysfunctional bathroom, broken fixtures, or major structural damage. By “saving” money, it actually incurs huge costs to fix the issues they made. By hiring a professional company, your project will be finished quicker than an inexperienced homeowner could do it, and chances are, you may actually come in under budget.
Do I Need to Replace All My Fixtures?
Chances are, some, if not all, your fixtures can stay. Toilets, for instance, usually don’t need to be replaced unless they leak from the wax ring at the bottom. A new toilet does very little to change the style of a bathroom, so unless it needs to be replaced it can stay and shave off a few hundred dollars from your project. Likewise, bathtubs can easily last 15 years if taken care of. Unless you actually need to replace an old fixture, other areas such as paint, tile, and flooring would be a better place to spend your money.
How Do I Start?
By calling us, you can have a professional in-home free estimate. We meet with you to get an idea for your project and work with you each step of the way to ensure it comes out exactly how you need it to.
