Like many other home remodeling projects, the final cost of bathroom renovations can often surpass the budget someone had set aside. One of the best ways to prevent this from happening is to build a little margin for error into your budget, but knowing what often causes unexpected costs can help homeowners better understand why this is necessary.
Bath Masters is a trusted bathroom remodeling contractor servicing Dallas-Fort Worth and many surrounding communities. We know better than most the different factors affecting a bathroom remodel estimate and final cost, and are here to share with area homeowners the most common reasons for unanticipated costs during a bathroom remodel.
Unforeseen Structural Repairs
Your current bathroom may appear to be in good shape, but many DFW homeowners are surprised to see hidden issues get brought to light during a remodel. During the demolition phase, your contractor will let you know if they come across any sort of structural issue that will need to be addressed. In DFW, the most common reasons for structural repairs are usually related to moisture damage thanks to the heat and humidity, and could include:
- Mold or Mildew Growth
- Weak Support Beams
- Extensive Wood Rot
- Unlevel Shower Base
Fees for Permits or Inspections
If your bathroom remodel just consists of a straightforward tub or shower replacement, you may not have to worry about obtaining any permits, which incur additional fees. But when renovations include layout changes, removing walls, or something similar, you'll need to pay for permits and have an official inspection done to ensure your remodel is up to local codes. In the DFW area, many homes still have outdated, galvanized pipes installed, which would be mandated by law to be brought up to code if discovered by your contractor.
Plumbing or Electrical Services
If you decide to make major changes to your bathroom during your remodel, you'll most likely end up with a higher final cost than what you had anticipated. If you need more than just a new bathtub, not only will you have to pay permit fees, which we discussed above, but the more in-depth and comprehensive your project becomes, the more labor charges you'll see reflected in your bill. Some of the types of work that incur the most significant costs include:
- Electrical Services
- Plumbing Services
- Structural Repairs or Changes
- HVAC Installations or Repairs
- Major Demolition Work
Significant Material Overages
When your contractor orders the materials needed for your project, they'll try to make as accurate of an estimate as possible, as one of the other most common reasons for higher costs during a bathroom remodel is material overages. Instead of this being something that occurs during the remodel, your contractor will order materials ahead of time. If by the end of the project there are significant amounts of flooring, tiles, or concrete left over, you may have to assume responsibility or pay another fee to have them properly disposed.
At Bath Masters, we help our customers with everything from quick, one-day remodels primarily focusing on installing a new tub or shower, to comprehensive renovations that include new flooring, countertops, vanities and more. All of our design and installation team members have been thoroughly-trained and certified, so even if you want more extensive changes made during your project, that's no problem for our experts!
When you work with us, we stand behind the quality of our craftsmanship by offering lifetime labor warranties on our projects. This lets our customers rest assured that should any issue arise with their new bathroom, our Bath Masters crew will be there quickly to make it right. Get in touch with us today to find out more, and to receive a free estimate on our bathroom remodeling services in DFW!
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