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Bathrooms
How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
A standard hall bathroom remodel usually runs $12,000 to $28,000, and a primary bathroom with a separate shower and tub commonly falls between $25,000 and $60,000. Keeping fixtures in their existing locations is the cheapest path; relocating a toilet or converting a tub to a curbless shower adds both plumbing and structural work. Small bathrooms are not proportionally cheap, because the same trades still have to visit the same number of times.
Reviewed September 2026
Bathrooms
How long should a bathroom renovation take?
A standard bathroom remodel takes three to five weeks of on-site work once materials are on hand, and a primary bathroom or any layout change takes five to eight. The calendar length is usually longer than the work length, because tile, vanities and glass enclosures have lead times and inspections have to be scheduled. Expect eight to twelve weeks from signed contract to finished room.
Reviewed September 2026
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