Custom showers, dual vanities, walk-ins. Schluter KERDI waterproofing standard. Aging-in-place options. Flat pricing. 1-year guarantee.
Bathrooms recover 60–70% of remodel cost on resale per NAR data — and unlike kitchens, they're a daily-use space where small upgrades pay off in quality of life every morning. They're also where DFW's hard water and humidity cause the most damage if cut corners on the build.
We approach bathrooms with the same care as kitchens: properly waterproofed, properly ventilated, properly lit, and built to last 25+ years without callbacks.
60% of bathroom remodel failures we're called to fix come from one root cause: inadequate waterproofing behind the tile. Schluter KERDI or Wedi panels add ~$400–$800 to a shower build and prevent 80% of long-term problems. We never cheap out here.
| Tier | Scope | DFW Cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | Paint, fixtures, mirror, hardware, vanity swap | $2,500–$6,500 | 3–5 days |
| Mid-range remodel | New tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures, lighting | $10,000–$22,000 | 2–3 weeks |
| Full primary bath | Custom shower, dual vanity, tile floor, all new | $25,000–$55,000 | 3–4 weeks |
| Luxury / aging-in-place | Curbless shower, heated floor, freestanding tub | $45,000–$90,000+ | 4–6 weeks |
The single biggest spend variable is the shower. A standard alcove shower with subway tile and a pre-fab pan: $3,800–$6,500. A custom curbless walk-in with linear drain, full mosaic, and frameless glass: $12,000–$22,000.
| Type | Pros | Cons | DFW Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-fab fiberglass insert | Cheapest, fastest, no leaks if installed right | Looks builder-grade; can't customize | $1,200–$3,000 |
| Standard tile alcove | Customizable, classic look, good ROI | More labor, more failure points if grouted with cement | $3,800–$7,500 |
| Walk-in tile shower | Open, modern, accessible-friendly | Glass needs careful planning for splash control | $5,500–$11,000 |
| Curbless walk-in | Aging-in-place, modern, premium look | Slab work needed; precise slope critical | $8,500–$15,000 |
| Wet room | Single waterproofed space with tub + shower | Highest cost; requires whole-room waterproofing | $15,000–$30,000+ |
Inadequate ventilation is responsible for more bathroom damage than any other single issue — peeling paint, growing grout mold, swelling vanity tops, even framing rot inside walls. The fixes are cheap if you do them right the first time:
Minimum exhaust capacity — Per HVI standards, you need 1 CFM per square foot of bathroom floor area, with a minimum of 50 CFM. A typical 8×10 = 80 CFM minimum. Larger primary baths with showers need 100–150 CFM. Showers with steam units need 200+ CFM.
Vent to outside, never to attic — Venting into the attic dumps wet air into your insulation and creates mold colonies. We always vent through the roof or a sidewall with proper backdraft damper.
Run time matters — Modern building codes recommend the fan run for 20+ minutes after a shower. We install humidity-sensing fans (Panasonic WhisperGreen, Broan SmartSense) that auto-run until humidity drops below threshold.
Quality matters — A $40 contractor-grade fan is loud, weak, and replaced in 5 years. A Panasonic WhisperCeiling DC at $250 is silent (0.3 sones), efficient, and lasts 25 years. Easy upgrade, big quality-of-life difference.
Most DFW homeowners we remodel for plan to stay in their home long-term. Smart aging-in-place additions cost very little extra during a remodel and add tremendous safety and resale value:
Curbless shower — Step-free entry. $3,000–$5,500 above standard curbed shower; transformative for mobility.
ADA grab bars — Properly anchored to blocking installed during framing, not flimsy suction cups. Grab bars now come in finishes that look like normal towel bars. We block for grab bars in every bathroom remodel — even if you don't install them now, the structure is there for $0 extra.
Comfort-height toilets — 17"–19" rim height vs. 14"–15" standard. Easier on knees and hips.
Hand-held shower wand on slide bar — Adjustable height, handheld for seated showering, built-in slide bar.
Built-in shower bench — 17"–19" deep, 18" off floor. Tile-clad to match shower walls.
Wider doors — 32" minimum for wheelchair access. Often achievable just by reframing during remodel.
Slip-resistant tile — Floor tile rated DCOF ≥ 0.42 (most porcelain mosaic and small-format tile qualifies).
| Project | DFW Cost | Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet replacement | $425–$750 | 1–2 hours | Installed; comfort-height upgrade $50–100 |
| Vanity swap (32–48") | $650–$1,800 | Half day | Includes plumbing reconnect; vanity material extra |
| Shower valve replacement | $425–$850 | 2–4 hours | Behind-wall access often needed |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $5,500–$11,000 | 5–8 days | Demo tub, build shower, plumb drain, tile, glass |
| Standard shower retile | $3,800–$7,500 | 5–8 days | Demo, KERDI waterproofing, epoxy grout |
| Bathroom floor tile (40 sqft) | $850–$1,750 | 2–3 days | Demo, level, cement board, tile, grout |
| Heated floor | $650–$1,400 | Add 1 day | Warm-wire under tile floor |
| Vent fan upgrade | $425–$850 | Half day | Includes routing to exterior |
| Lighting refresh (3–5 fixtures) | $425–$1,200 | Half day | Vanity light, ceiling, shower can light |
| Full hall bathroom remodel | $10,000–$22,000 | 2–3 weeks | Complete update everything |
| Full primary bathroom remodel | $25,000–$55,000 | 3–4 weeks | Custom shower, dual vanity, premium finishes |
Moving a shower or toilet drain on a DFW post-tension slab is one of the trickiest bathroom remodel tasks. We use ground-penetrating radar or X-ray to map tension cables before any cutting — a single severed cable can require $2,000–$5,000 of structural repair. When possible, we redesign the layout to keep drains in their existing locations. Cost to relocate: typically +$400–$1,200.
Depends entirely on scope. Cosmetic refresh (paint, fixtures, vanity): $2,500–$6,500. Mid-range hall bath remodel (new tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures): $10,000–$22,000. Full primary bath remodel (custom shower, dual vanity, premium finishes): $25,000–$55,000. Luxury work with curbless showers, freestanding tubs, and heated floors can exceed $80,000.
Cosmetic refresh: 3–5 days. Mid-range remodel: 2–3 weeks. Full primary bath: 3–4 weeks. Tile work and waterproofing cure times drive the schedule — we can't accelerate thinset or grout cures without quality compromise. We schedule trades sequentially and avoid days where work can't progress.
Yes — if you don't take baths and you have at least one bathtub elsewhere in the home. Walk-in showers are easier to clean, more accessible, and often look more modern. Cost: $5,500–$11,000 depending on size and finishes. Resale note: homes need at least one tub for resale (per most appraisers), so don't convert your only bathtub.
Panasonic WhisperCeiling DC (humidity-sensing), Broan AER80B SmartSense, or Delta BreezSlim. Look for: ≥1 CFM per square foot of bath, ≤1.0 sones for noise, humidity sensor for auto-run, ENERGY STAR rated, vented to outside (not attic). Budget $250–$450 installed. The single best quality-of-life upgrade in any DFW bathroom remodel.
Yes, but on DFW slab homes it adds cost. Drain relocation requires cutting the slab, mapping post-tension cables (or rerouting around them), running new drain plumbing, and patching the slab. Budget $400–$1,200 for drain relocation in addition to the remodel. We always evaluate whether the existing layout can work before recommending major plumbing moves.
Comfort-height toilets (17–19" rim) are now standard for new installs and recommended for almost all adults. Easier on knees, hips, and backs. Standard-height (14–15") is shorter and harder for tall adults. Cost difference is negligible — comfort-height is a no-brainer upgrade. ADA-compliant is 17–19" and includes 1.5" grab bar offset and 18" lateral clearance.
Yes — and it can save thousands. We can replace the vanity, toilet, mirror, lighting, faucets, shower valve trim, towel bars, and paint while keeping existing tile. Result: bathroom feels brand new for $2,500–$6,500. The catch: tile color/style locks in the bathroom's overall look, so this works only if your existing tile is neutral and not dated.
Yes. Steam showers require: 100% sealed enclosure (full ceiling tile, sloped to drain condensation), upgraded waterproofing, dedicated 240V electrical to the steam generator (typically MrSteam, Steamist, or ThermaSol), proper ventilation, and a slope at the top of the door for condensation. Add $4,500–$8,500 to a standard shower build. Worth it for many luxury bathroom clients.
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