HOW TO DECIDE ON BATHROOM RENOVATION BUDGET

HOW TO DECIDE ON BATHROOM RENOVATION BUDGET

Deciding on a budget plays a key role in planning Bathroom Renovation Burlington. The elements you want to change, the cost of hiring a contractor and the material used are just some things that you have to weigh when deciding on a budget. It is only natural to leave out certain elements when drawing up a budget. Especially when you are undertaking the renovation for the first time you might not always be sure about all the elements which play a key factor in determining the budget. No worries there, cause we have got you covered. We are listing down the key elements and how they fair into your budget.

Hiring a contractor

There is no fixed amount that you need to pay to the contractor for their services. Every contractor and company charges a different price to the customers, which they think is fair. The amount charged by them plays a significant role in your budget calculation. The cost would also include the labour costs which range between $45 to $100. These costs are usually on per hour basis. It is best to opt for a contractor who would sit well with your budget. You might be tempted to undertake the renovation as a DIY project, but it is highly suggested that you don’t. Bathroom renovations are a tedious process that requires intricate knowledge of plumbing and electrical work. One small error can cost you hundreds of dollars of repair work. It is best to leave it to the experts.

Kind of renovation you want to undertake

The second important factor is the kind of renovation you want to undertake. In case, you want to renovate the whole bathroom, then you are going to have to spend more money. For a complete renovation, you can expect to pay about $250 per square foot. If you want to go for smaller changes like adding more lighting or changing a particular fixture, then it would be cheaper.

Materials used

The type of material you want to use has an impact on the budget. If you opt for good quality material then the prices are also going to increase. In case, you want some specific material that isn’t available locally, then you should be ready to spend a bit more. The higher quality products used, the higher the cost it is going to be. Opting for higher quality products is an investment as it will make the bathroom more durable. The cost of the material is also different in different parts of the city.

Bathroom layout

When there are tight spaces in your bathroom that are difficult to get into. It gets more expensive to renovate the bathroom. This is because such bathrooms need more time and effort. It takes longer to work around these tight spaces as compared to bathrooms which are easily accessible.

Overhead Budget

While calculating the budget you must keep aside some extra money. This can help cover you in case any unforeseen situation arises.

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