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You may have found yourself here hoping to determine exactly how much your basement bathroom addition will cost. Unfortunately, that’s a loaded question full of endless variables. Will you hire a professional contractor or go DIY? Do you want tile or vinyl flooring? What’s the size of your bathroom – full, half, or three-quarter? You get the point. With so many options, it’s truly impossible to uncover an accurate project cost from a simple Google search.
On the other hand, what is possible is to set a budget, prioritize what you need from a bathroom addition, and put a plan in place to address your needs. Instead of getting your hopes up or down by listing an obscure price for a bathroom addition, we want to be more useful by helping you understand what you should and shouldn’t consider during the process. After that, you’ll be in a much better place to more accurately estimate what your total cost may be.
We all have dreams of making our home look like something out of a magazine. When you set a budget, you reduce your chances of disappointment when what you want isn’t what you can get. Before you begin your quest for a bathroom makeover, lock in a budget. This will streamline the process and make the decision-making much easier.
Are you staying in this home for a while or trying to up the value of your home before placing it on the market? Don’t make the mistake of creating a bold and unique bathroom that caters only to your taste. If you plan to stay in the home for a while, adding custom features can make it feel like your bathroom. If you’re just looking to increase the selling price, however, you’d be better off with a more utilitarian approach.
The answer to this question can inform the rest of your design and layout decisions. You’ll want to know who will be using the bathroom and what purpose it will serve. If you don’t spend a lot of time in the basement, you can get by with a limited layout for the bathroom. If family or guests will be using the bathroom to bathe and get ready for the day, you might want to spend more money on features like the vanity and shower.
A finished basement complete with a bathroom will catch a buyer’s eye. You can’t really go wrong, in terms of increasing value, when adding a bathroom. Be sure you don’t over-customize the space leaving would-be buyers scratching their heads.
Vanity lighting will be important for full bathroom additions serving a daily purpose. In the case of a half-bath addition, you can likely get by with a basic ceiling fixture. You will have fewer frustrations when you plan the lighting out ahead of time.
A hot shower fills your bathroom with moisture that needs to be adequately ventilated. Get the right size of fan and have it placed properly to ensure that any moisture in the bathroom is effectively expelled. Especially considering that basements can be notorious for holding in moisture, your chances for mold growth and mildew will go down with the correct ventilation.
You might have to say “no” to the double vanity, bigger shower, or extra storage space if you have a limited area for a bathroom addition. Don’t force your vision into a space that can’t hold it all. You might have to put some storage outside of the bathroom or stick to a simplified layout.
The first “do” was to set a budget. By doing so, you can live within your means and not begin a project with unrealistic expectations about what your money can get you. As the project progresses it can be easy to want to add more or make changes. More changes can mean more expenses and a delayed timeline.
You’ve likely been inspired by HGTV or a renovation you saw on social media. Unfortunately, home remodeling projects can’t ever be squeezed into a comfortable 30-minute episode of real life. We love when homeowners get their hands dirty and learn new skills, but be sure you know your limits. The project cost, timeline, and appearance can all benefit from the hand of a skilled craftsman. Don’t be afraid to hire professional help.
If you have decided that now is the perfect time to start your home remodeling project, we would love to provide a free quote. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you have about a remodeling project. We enjoy guiding you through the process and look forward to working with you!