Bathroom Remodeling in Chandler, AZ

Old cast-iron tubs can be extremely heavy and difficult to remove intact. They are often broken into pieces for removal, which requires care to protect surrounding finishes and workers. Removal may also require cutting into adjacent walls or flooring.

Replacing a shower often reveals water damage behind failed tile or a deteriorated pan. Inspecting framing and subfloor once old materials are removed ensures the new shower is built on a sound base.

Sometimes the most effective renovation involves several small improvements rather than one large one. New towel bars, a modern toilet seat, updated light switches and outlets, a framed mirror, new window coverings and refreshed caulk can together make a bathroom feel noticeably newer. These are low-cost changes that can be completed quickly.

We start with a detailed measure and a fixed-scope bid. Framing and blocking go in first (including 2x10 blocking for any future grab bars). Plumbing is rough in PEX with a thermostatic mixing valve, inspected, then closed. Waterproofing membrane is installed and flood-tested for 24 hours per ANSI A118.10. Tile is set with modified thinset and epoxy grout. Glass is measured after tile cures (a 7–10 day fabrication wait), then installed. Total: 3–4 weeks from demo to first shower.

A curbless shower has no step at all, allowing completely level entry that is ideal for wheelchairs and walkers. Achieving it usually requires recessing or sloping the floor so water drains properly. A low-curb shower has a small step that is easier to build and still much easier to enter than a tub. The best choice depends on accessibility needs and the existing floor structure.

In many bathrooms, the tub can be replaced while leaving the vanity, toilet and most of the flooring in place. The work usually involves removing the surrounding wall finish down to the framing, replacing the tub, installing new waterproofing and tile or panels, and repairing the immediately adjacent flooring. This approach updates the most worn element of the bathroom without the cost of a full remodel, though matching existing tile can be difficult if the original is no longer available.

Behind the tub apron we frequently encounter rotted sill plates from decades of slow leaks, undersized 1.5" drains that must be upsized to 2" for shower use, missing exhaust ventilation in 1970s–80s Valley builds, and copper supply lines pinholed by hard water. We address each in scope so the new shower starts with sound substrate and modern materials — not a cosmetic cover-up. For broader water-damage issues, see bathroom water damage repair.

The walls around a tub can be finished with tile, solid-surface panels or prefabricated surrounds. Tile offers design flexibility, panels reduce grout lines and simplify cleaning, and prefabricated surrounds are economical. All require proper waterproofing behind them.

Removing old fixtures or tile sometimes reveals damage that was previously hidden, such as water damage behind a shower wall, a deteriorated subfloor beneath a toilet or outdated plumbing. Addressing these issues during the renovation prevents larger problems later, though it may affect the budget. We explain any hidden problems clearly and discuss options before proceeding.

Small bathrooms fill with steam quickly, so effective ventilation matters even more than in larger rooms. A properly sized exhaust fan vented outdoors prevents moisture damage and mould.

Simple cosmetic updates may not require permits, but many bathroom remodels do, particularly those involving relocated plumbing, new electrical circuits, ventilation changes or structural alterations. Permits ensure work is inspected and meets code, protecting both safety and resale value. We determine permit requirements for each project and handle them as part of the remodel.

The vanity is often the visual centrepiece of a bathroom and one of its most important storage areas. Double vanities suit shared primary bathrooms, giving each person their own sink, while a single vanity with more counter space may serve better in a narrower room. Taller vanity heights are increasingly popular because they reduce bending. Floating, wall-mounted vanities make a room feel larger and simplify floor cleaning, while traditional furniture-style vanities provide more storage. Considering drawer storage, outlet placement and mirror size alongside the vanity creates a more functional layout.