Custom Bath Design for the Northern Pittsburgh Region
Updating your bath adds value to your home and taking advantage of new, more efficient hardware, surfaces and techniques add to your personal convenience. Your Northern Pittsburgh, including Mars, Adams Township, Cranberry Township, Gibsonia, Pine Township (Pine-Richland), Zelienople, Sewickley Heights, Evans City, Butler, etc. bathroom can be a personal statement, a retreat, your private spa, or simply restyled and updated for efficiency. We have a vast portfolio of bath and kitchen work.
The Complete Guide to Bathroom Remodeling Services
Is your bathroom badly outdated or no longer meeting your household’s needs? A bathroom remodel allows transforming worn-out spaces into relaxing retreats with contemporary style and optimal function. From a luxurious master suite overhaul to a budget-friendly hall bath update, the right combination of remodeling services can give your bathroom a fresh modern look and improved utility. This guide covers key bathroom remodeling services to consider, from planning to plumbing to custom finishes.
Bathroom Design and Planning Services
Thoughtful bathroom design sets the stage for a functional, attractive space. Typical design services include:
- Initial consultation to discuss your needs, preferred aesthetics, problem areas, and vision for the new bathroom. Share inspirations, must-haves, and pain points to solve.
- Comprehensive measurement of existing bathroom to document layout, clearances, plumbing, electrical, windows, and any structural considerations.
- Analysis of layout options to improve storage, enhance accessibility, or remedy functionality issues.
- 3D design renderings providing a virtual walkthrough of the proposed bathroom space and elements prior to construction.
- Material and finish selection guidance for surfaces, fixtures, tiles, lighting and accessories in a unified style.
- Creation of required drawings for permitting if substantial layout changes occur.
Investing in professional design prevents costly planning errors.
Demolition Services
If replacing bathroom elements like vanities or tubs, demolition work clears the slate before new installations. Demolition services include:
- Removal of worn cabinets, sinks, toilets, tubs, and tile showers
- Safe capping of plumbing lines during removal to prevent leaks
- Take down of existing walls if the layout will be reconfigured
- Elimination of outdated light fixtures, exhaust fans, and flooring
- Disposal of all debris offsite leaving space clean
Meticulous demolition work sets up the bathroom for smooth installations.
Tub & Shower Services
New tubs or showers transform bathing spaces. Services include:
Tub Installation or Refinishing
- Removal and disposal of old tub
- Installation of new tub model in same spot or new location
- Re-plumbing with new drain kits and supply lines
- Surround painting or tile work
Shower Installation
- Removal of old units down to studs and subfloor
- Installation of shower pan system per manufactures guidelines
- New plumbing for showerheads and shower valves
- Installation and grouting of shower walls and base tiles
- Building of custom shower enclosures as designed
With refreshed tubs or showers, you can upgrade both function and aesthetics.
Bathroom Vanity Services
New vanities update worn fixtures and storage. Services cover:
- Removal and disposal of old vanities and prep of new mounting location
- Delivery and staging of new vanities
- Placement of vanity securely mounted to wall studs
- Installation or swapping out of sinks and plumbing connections
- Modifications to side panels or kick plates if needed
- Adjustments of doors, drawers, and hinges for proper alignment
- Seal around base and caulk along walls and backsplash
Modern vanities establish the foundation for a stylish updated bath.
Flooring Services
New floors transform the look underfoot. Typical flooring services include:
- Removal and disposal of outdated bathroom flooring as needed
- Inspection and repair of subflooring
- Installation of backer board, waterproof membrane or subfloor if needed
- Delivery and acclimation of new tiles or material
- Layout planning to optimize pattern and design
- Precise installation following best practices for the flooring type
- Grouting and sealing to finish flooring
- Transition trim work between rooms
- Baseboard removal and replacement or reinstall over new floors
Fresh flooring materials lend cohesion while providing updated durability and water resistance.
Countertop Services
Countertop replacement completely modernizes bathroom vanities. Services involve:
- Removal and disposal of old countertops
- Taking measurements of vanity bases
- Order coordination and delivery of new countertop slabs
- Seamless installation using professional adhesives and techniques
- Precise cutting and drilling to accommodate sinks and faucets
- Finishing edges with requested edging materials
- Securing corners and seams for uniform appearance
- Sealing if needed post-installation
New countertops provide updated style and durability over vanity spaces.
Painting Services
A new coat of paint provides an affordable mini facelift. Typical painting services include:
- Prepping surfaces through cleaning, caulking, sanding and applying primer where required
- Wall repair including drywall patching from demolition or plumbing work
- Taping edges and surfaces needing protection from overspray
- Applying at least two coats for complete coverage in your selected color
- Cutting neatly around trim for crisp painted edges
- Touch up painting around fixtures and transitions as needed
- Painting ceilings and doors if desired
Fresh colorful paint brings new life wherever applied.
Lighting Service
Proper lighting adds style while illuminating tasks. Lighting services include:
- Collaboration with electrician on lighting plan to position fixtures, switches and wiring
- Selection assistance for new lighting fixtures that match your bathroom aesthetic
- Mounting of lighting and exhaust fans in ideal spots
- Electrical work running new wiring and installing any junction boxes
- Proper connection and testing of new lighting fixtures to switches and dimmers
- Adjustment of fixtures to desired angles
- Installation of light bulbs
With well-designed lighting, no area gets left in the dark.
Plumbing Services
For replacing bathroom fixtures and pipes, qualified plumbers are critical. Plumbing services include:
- Shutting off water supply lines and capping pipes during demolition
- Installation of new water supply lines needed to support relocated or added fixtures
- Securing new sinks, faucets, shower and tub valves firmly in place
- Connecting water supply lines to sinks, showers, tubs and toilets.
- Installation of new toilets, caulking bases, and testing flush capacity
- Ensuring proper drainage for all new fixtures
- Reconnecting supply lines and testing for leaks once installations are complete
Modern plumbing keeps water flowing reliably throughout your new bath.
Summary
By assembling the right combination of specialized trades and services, contractors transform tired bathrooms into relaxing sanctuaries. Focus your remodeling on elements and features that best match your aesthetic vision, lifestyle needs, and budget. With expert project coordination and execution, even modest bathroom upgrades bring dramatic revitalization. Your refreshed bathroom becomes a treasured space to start and end each day.