Remodeling & renovations
Bathroom Remodeling in Livingston and the Lake Livingston Area
Walk-in showers, custom tile, new vanities and soaking tubs, for a bathroom that is easier to use and easier to love.
A bathroom built for the way you live now
Bathrooms wear out faster than most rooms. Tile cracks, grout stains, vanities run out of storage, and a tub that was fine years ago becomes a hard step over. A remodel can fix all of that and make the room safer and more comfortable at the same time.
Onalaska Builders remodels bathrooms with our own crews, from a single shower update to a full gut-and-rebuild.
Bathroom remodeling work includes:
- Walk-in showers and tub-to-shower conversions
- Custom tile work
- New vanities
- Soaking tubs
Popular upgrade
Tub-to-shower conversions and walk-in showers
Replacing a rarely used tub with a walk-in shower is one of the most requested bathroom changes. A walk-in shower:
- Removes the high step over a tub wall
- Can have a low or curbless entry
- Makes room for a built-in bench and niches for storage
- Often makes a small bathroom feel larger
If you are planning for aging in place, pair a walk-in shower with grab bars and other accessibility modifications. If you love to soak, a freestanding soaking tub can sit alongside a separate shower where space allows.
Tile work
Custom tile that lasts
Tile is what most people notice in a new bathroom, and what holds up under water every day. Good tile work depends on what is underneath it:
- A waterproof shower base and walls behind the tile, so water does not reach the framing.
- A solid, flat floor. Soft or uneven subfloor leads to cracked tile. Any rot around an old tub or toilet has to be repaired first. See rotten wood replacement.
- Proper slope in the shower floor so water drains instead of pooling.
- Careful layout so cuts are balanced and patterns line up.
Planning
Planning your bathroom remodel
- Who uses the room. A primary bath, a kids' bath and a guest bath at the lake house all have different needs.
- Storage. A larger vanity, drawers or a linen cabinet cut clutter.
- Safety and comfort. Slip-resistant flooring, good lighting and easy-to-reach controls.
- Ventilation. A working exhaust fan protects new finishes from moisture.
- Layout changes. Moving the toilet, shower or sink means moving plumbing, which adds to cost and planning.
- Finishes. Choosing tile, vanity, fixtures and lighting early keeps the project moving.
If two people get ready at the same time, a double vanity or a separate toilet area can ease the morning rush. In a guest bath at the lake, durable finishes that stand up to wet swimsuits and sandy feet are worth choosing.
Budgeting
What affects the cost of a bathroom remodel?
- Scope. Updating fixtures and finishes costs less than a full gut or layout change.
- Tile. The amount of tile, the material and the complexity of the pattern.
- The shower. A custom tile walk-in shower involves more work than a simple surround.
- Plumbing changes. Moving fixtures adds work behind the walls and under the floor.
- Hidden damage. Rot or water damage found during demolition must be repaired.
- Vanity and fixtures. The range of options is wide.
We remodel bathrooms within about 35 miles of Onalaska, including Livingston, Point Blank, Coldspring, Shepherd, Groveton, Trinity, Huntsville, Cleveland and Willis. See our full service area.
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Questions
Bathroom Remodeling questions
Can you convert my tub into a walk-in shower?
Yes. Tub-to-shower conversions are one of the most common bathroom remodels. A walk-in shower removes the step over the tub wall and can include a bench and storage niches.
Is a walk-in shower good for aging in place?
A walk-in shower with a low or curbless entry is easier to use than stepping over a tub. Pairing it with grab bars and slip-resistant flooring makes the bathroom safer.
Why does tile crack in a bathroom?
Often because the floor underneath is soft, uneven or water-damaged. Repairing the subfloor and making sure the shower is waterproofed before tile goes in helps new tile last.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost?
It depends on the scope, the amount and type of tile, the shower design, any plumbing changes, hidden damage and the vanity and fixtures you choose. The most reliable number comes from an estimate based on your bathroom.
How do I get an estimate for a bathroom remodel?
Call (806) 480-0328 or send the estimate form with the town or ZIP code and what you want to change in your bathroom.
Get started
Ready for a new bathroom?
Tell us what you want to change, whether it is the shower, the tile or the whole room. Send the form or give us a call.