Most bathroom remodels in Westchester and Fairfield Counties start at $26,000, but certain selections can significantly impact your final investment. These are items you'll choose before construction begins that substantially affect your budget.
Plumbing Relocations
$2,200 - $3,200 per fixture
Moving tubs, toilets, or vanities requires changing plumbing lines, potential framing modifications, floor removal, and alterations to waste stacks and waterlines.
Steam Shower Systems
$9,000 - $12,000
Includes additional tile work, specialized glass shower doors, new electrical circuits, and the complete steam unit system installation.
Heated Floors
$3,500 - $7,000
Electrical radiant heating requires new power lines, sensors, wall patching for electrical runs, and can extend into showers and benches.
Premium Finishes That Impact Budget
Decorative elements and specialty materials can transform your bathroom's aesthetic but come with additional costs that homeowners should factor into their planning.
Mosaic floor tile requires extra care and self-leveling flooring for a crisp finish, costing an additional $22 per square foot outside the shower area. Decorative tile designs like border tiles, mitered corners, herringbone, and basket weave patterns require specialized installation techniques, with pricing determined by design complexity and scope.
Hidden Costs: What We Find Behind the Walls
Once demolition begins, existing conditions often reveal unexpected issues that weren't visible during initial planning. These unknown factors can impact your budget and timeline, making proper preparation essential.
Outdated Wiring
Old wiring that's too dangerous to connect new electrical to requires complete replacement from the main panel to prevent fire hazards.
Rot and Mold Damage
Water infiltration from leaking showers creates structural damage requiring complete member replacement for safe, healthy reconstruction.
Framing Issues
Inadequate subfloors, non-level framing, walls out of plumb, or ceiling structures that don't meet new design requirements.
Concrete Substrates
$400 - $900 for jackhammering old concrete subfloors and tile, then preparing for new construction.
The Momentous Building Difference
Unlike standard design firms that provide "price projections" based on limited industry knowledge, Momentous Building offers real-time cost transparency throughout your project. Our unique design-build approach eliminates the common problem of falling in love with a design only to discover it exceeds your budget.
Live Price Updates
We provide accurate construction costs as we design, allowing you to make informed decisions that balance your desires with your budget. This transparency requires honest communication about your actual budget - without it, we can't deliver our signature service.
Zero Change Order Mission
Through extensive pre-planning and thorough existing conditions inspections, we incorporate all your wants and desires before starting construction. When we can't provide exact numbers for potential issues, we project costs upfront so you're prepared.
10-15%
Typical Change Orders
Industry standard for unexpected costs
15-20%
Recommended Reserve
Budget cushion for your project
Plan Smart, Build Better
Most change orders stem from owner-driven desires for additional work rather than existing condition issues. Based on a decade of experience serving Westchester and Fairfield County homeowners, we recommend maintaining 15-20% reserves for your project to handle any issues or desired changes that arise.
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Budget Honestly
Share your actual budget with us for accurate planning and transparent cost management throughout your project.
02
Plan Thoroughly
Our extensive pre-planning phase identifies potential issues and incorporates all your desires before construction begins.
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Reserve Wisely
Set aside 15-20% of your budget for unexpected conditions or additional improvements you may want during construction.
Ready to start planning your bathroom renovation with confidence? Our free online cost calculator provides personalized estimates based on your specific needs and location in Westchester or Fairfield County.