subject: Major Bathroom Repair: Not For Amateurs [print this page] Bathroom Renovation is something that everyone has to do at some time in their lives. Many people remodel their bathroom every few years, whether it needs it or they just want a beautiful new bathroom. While some people are experienced and very knowledgeable about renovating, others have no experience whatsoever. You may think, "It's a small room. How hard can it be?" While it may be a small room, some of the details it needs can make all the difference between having problems or not.
If you're not sure about what you need to do to renovate your bathroom, talk to someone that has experience or hire a contractor. There's a reason why bathroom renovation experts are expensive and always busy as its much more complicated than simply hanging new curtain rods. A bathroom is a room that needs knowledgeable workers to prevent problems down the road. Contractors will also do quality work that you can be proud of when they're finished. Most reputable contractors will guarantee their work.
If you're wondering what can be so hard about renovating a small room like your bathroom, look around at the main items: bathtub/shower, toilet and sink/vanity. While it may seem like it would be very easy to install your toilet, if the seal is not put in properly, you could have a leak that, if not noticed, could eventually rot your floor.
The same is true for your bathtub/shower. The faucets and showerhead have to be put in correctly to avoid leaking or dripping faucets. Unless you use one-piece shower stalls, your shower walls may need caulking to prevent water getting behind the stalls and wrecking the drywall. Professionals not only know how to put on the caulk, but also know how to give it a neat professional appearance.
Installing the bathtub and shower stalls may seem like a small job, but when paying a contractor, this is the most important and costly part. Most of this cost is going to be for the labor as its not as simple as hanging curtain rods. However, the cost is more than worth the expense to have it done quickly and correctly. If you attempt to do it yourself and don't get every area done correctly and there's a leak, the only way to fix it may be to take it all apart. This not only will take more time, but more money as well. At this point, you'll be kicking yourself for not hiring someone. Another point to remember is if you hire someone and you have a problem with leaking, they will come back and fix their work with no cost to you.
If you're lucky, you may have a friend or family member that is knowledgeable on bathroom renovations that can come oversee your work and give you tips. This way, you have a professional looking bathroom totally renovated without the extra cost.
