Easily Avoid These 4 Common Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes
When it comes to home remodeling projects, two areas hold the highest value in your home: the kitchen and bathrooms. While bathroom remodeling may seem like a simple project for most homeowners, there are dozens of mistakes to be made. This includes choosing the wrong material or not allowing enough time for a project. Luckily, these mistakes can be easily avoided with careful planning and the assistance of a professional remodeling team. Here are the 4 most common (and most costly) bathroom remodeling mistakes to avoid.
1. Lacking a Plan of Action
As basic as it may seem, having no plan of action can and will cost you significantly. Bathroom remodeling is no easy feat – despite what the DIY programs may tell you. A plan of action needs to include more than “we need this material, at this cost.” Your plan of action should include a detailed plan of steps. Consider how your bathroom will look, what fixtures may need to be moved or replaced, as well as other design factors. Not to mention, having a professional aid in drawing up your plans can help you save on the overall cost of renovation.
2. Forgetting Plumbing Costs
Consider hiring a professional contractor to draw up the project plans. Doing so can help you save significantly on preventable alterations.
One of the most expensive bathroom remodeling mistakes homeowners make is neglecting plumbing costs. Moving fixtures such as the toilet isn’t a simple fix – oh no. You must account for new plumbing, rerouting said plumbing, and so much more.
Merely moving a sink or other fixture a few inches can cost you hundreds of dollars. Even if you are planning a small bathroom remodeling project, don’t forget to account for plumbing costs. This is important whether even if you aren’t planning on moving fixtures. You never know what may happen during the remodeling process, so it’s better to play it safe.
3. Lacking Reserve Funds for Your Bathroom Remodeling Project
When it comes to the most prominent bathroom remodeling mistakes, lacking a reserve fund takes the cake. This fund is necessary to protect you from the potential problems that could arise during the remodeling phase. From cracked material to unforeseen plumbing costs, it’s wise to set aside a safety net set aside for the unknown. Specifically, hidden costs can include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Changes in the design plan
- Unforeseen structural changes
- Bringing your bathroom “up to code”
- Replacing damaged materials
4. Putting Aesthetics Before Function
When building your dream bathroom, those that choose to go the DIY route often tend to put aesthetics before function. Of course, while you want to create the bathroom of your dreams, you must keep in mind that function comes before everything else.
Choosing the beauty of the room over function is a leading bathroom remodeling mistake that can cost you considerably and lead to more expensive renovations in the future. Your bathroom should be aesthetically pleasing. However, during your bathroom remodel, you need to think and plan in terms of:
- Safety
- Accessibility
- Comfort
Don’t Forget the Important Stuff: Let 7th State Builders Do the Work
At the end of the day, bathroom remodeling mistakes can happen, especially if you choose a DIY project. So, instead of taking your chances and forgetting something essential, why not hire a professional that takes all of these factors into consideration for you? Contact 7th State Builders today for for a free, no-obligation estimate. We specialize in crafting kitchens and bathrooms that inspire beauty and comfort.
