#1 Chicago Home Remodeling Company: Pegasus Construction

How Much Will it Cost to Remodel Your Bathroom?

Understanding cost and budgeting factors for your bathroom remodel.

Custom Bathrom Remodeling Costs

The cost of your bathroom remodel will vary based on the scope of changes you plan to make. Projects that involve extensive alterations to the space are typically more expensive. Most bathroom remodels fall into one of three categories. Explore the descriptions below to determine which type best aligns with your remodeling goals.

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COSMETIC REFRESH BATHROOM REMODEL COST

HALF BATHROOM

25 - 40 SQ FT

$7,500 - $12,500

FULL BATHROOM

40 - 60 SQ FT

$10,000 - $15,000

PRIMARY BATHROOM

60 - 200 SQ FT

$15,500 - $25,000

Before

After

A cosmetic refresh is a cost-effective way to update your bathroom’s look without altering its layout or structure. This type of remodel focuses on surface-level upgrades to elements like electrical fixtures, plumbing fixtures and paint.

By preserving the existing layout and major components, this approach prioritizes small, manageable changes that enhance the bathroom’s aesthetic appeal without tackling significant design challenges.

A cosmetic bathroom refresh may include:

  • Refinished Vanity
  • New Caulk/Paint
  • New trim
  • New Mirror
  • Plumbing/Electrical fixtures
  • Cabinet handles

Pull & Replace BATHROOM Remodel Costs

HALF BATHROOM

25 - 40 SQ FT

$12,500- $20,000

FULL BATHROOM

40 - 60 SQ FT

$18,000 - $30,000

PRIMARY BATHROOM

60 - 200 SQ FT

$40,000 - $70,000

Before

After

A pull-and-replace remodel offers a more extensive upgrade for your bathroom, surpassing a basic cosmetic update. This process involves removing everything down to the bare walls and installing all-new features, while maintaining the existing layout.

This type of remodel is ideal for bathrooms with a functional layout but outdated fixtures and finishes. While it can resolve issues related to worn or outdated materials, it doesn’t address any challenges tied to the layout itself.

Key features of a pull-and-replace remodel may include:

  • Updated vanity & countertops
  • Fresh Paint
  • Shower/Bathtub replacement
  • Updated lighting fixtures
  • New plumbing fixtures
  • New flooring

Full Custom BATHROOM Remodel Costs

HALF BATHROOM

25 - 40 SQ FT

$20,000 - $35,000

FULL BATHROOM

40 - 60 SQ FT

$40,000 - $65,000

PRIMARY BATHROOM

60 - 200 SQ FT

$60,000 - $100,000

Before

After

For a bathroom designed to perfectly match your vision, consider a full custom remodel. The most complex of the three remodel types, a custom bathroom offers unparalleled flexibility and extensive design options.

With a full custom remodel, you can reconfigure the layout, expand the space, or even relocate the bathroom entirely. While this option is more costly, it gives you the freedom to create a bathroom tailored entirely to your preferences and lifestyle.

Common features of a full custom bathroom remodel include:

  • Total bathroom layout redesign
  • Major structural changes
  • Updated vanity & countertops
  • Fresh Paint
  • New bathtub
  • Custom shower
  • New toilet
  • Updated lighting fixtures
  • New plumbing fixtures
  • New flooring

What Affects the Cost of Your Bathroom Remodel?

Several factors can affect the cost of your bathroom remodel. Here are the three most important ones to consider when planning your project:

  1. Level of Customization
    Highly customized bathroom designs typically come with a higher price tag. Custom features require more labor and premium materials, so expect increased costs for tailored options.

  2. Contractor Involvement
    Hiring a contractor who handles every aspect of planning, organizing, and constructing your remodel will generally cost more than one who delegates responsibilities to you or other subcontractors.

  3. Quality of Products and Materials
    Investing in durable, high-quality materials ensures your bathroom remodel lasts for years. While this often increases the upfront cost, it prevents issues and saves money in the long run.

Frequently Asked Questions

As a design-build firm, we partner with homeowners to carefully plan every detail of their Bathroom remodel before moving into the construction phase. Visit our Process Page to learn more about the design-build approach.

Absolutely! At Pegasus Construction., we’re dedicated to helping you stay in control of your bathroom remodel budget. One of the key advantages of the design-build process is that you'll have a clear understanding of the total cost before construction even begins.

While Pegasus Construction doesn’t provide direct financing for bathroom remodels, we do partner with trusted lenders to offer a range of financing options. Whether your project requires $10,000 or $1,000,000, we’ll help connect you with a lender that suits your financial needs.

Pegasus Construction is a design-build firm, providing comprehensive remodeling services by managing both the design and construction phases of your project. While design-build is one approach, it’s just one of several contractor options available to you.

When designed well and kept to a reasonable budget, a bathroom remodel can be a great investment in the value of your home and the quality of your life while you live there. Market data suggests that a bathroom remodel can add up to 80% of its cost back to the home’s value upon completion.

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