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We check the subfloor, venting, plumbing and any water damage, and measure the room to the inch.
Based in Woodstock, Ontario
Bathroom Renovations
Custom tile showers, new vanities, fixtures, flooring and the finishing details that make a small room feel finished, built watertight from the studs out.
What it is
A bathroom renovation rebuilds the wet room from the subfloor and studs out: waterproofing, plumbing, tile, vanity, fixtures and ventilation, finished with trim and paint.
Bathrooms are small, but almost every trade passes through them, and water finds any shortcut. The parts you do not see, the slope of the shower pan, the waterproof membrane, the fan duct to the outside, decide whether the room still looks new in ten years. We build those right, then put the tile and fixtures you chose on top.
Wet areaTiled showers, curbless showers, tub replacements, niches and benches on a proper waterproofing system
FixturesToilets, vanities, sinks, faucets and shower valves, with a licensed plumber for any new rough-in
SurfacesFloor and wall tile, heated floors, wallpaper, paint-ready walls and ceilings
FinishVanity cabinetry, mirrors, lighting, towel bars, trim and doors
Who this is for
- Homeowners replacing a tub and surround with a tiled walk-in shower
- Families who need a second bathroom or a bigger main one
- Anyone with signs of water damage: soft floors, loose tile, peeling paint
- Owners of a dated ensuite or a basement bathroom that was never finished properly
How it works
Five stages, one dry bathroom
Everything is chosen and delivered before demolition, so the bathroom is out of service for as short a time as possible.
Design
Fixture placement, shower size, niche locations, tile layout and lighting are drawn so there are no surprises at install.
Select
Tile, vanity, fixtures, hardware and accessories chosen and delivered before demolition.
Build
Demolition, repairs, rough plumbing and electrical, inspections, waterproofing, then tile.
Finish
Vanity, toilet, fixtures, glass, trim, paint, accessories and a leak test before handover.
Your options
Three choices that shape a bathroom
Shower type, waterproofing system and floor. Each has a trade-off worth knowing before you choose tile.
Tub and surround vs tiled walk-in shower
An acrylic tub and surround is quick, seamless and easy to clean. A tiled walk-in shower gives you size, a bench, a niche and any look you want.
- Trade-off
- Tile has grout to maintain and costs more in labour; a tub keeps resale options open for families with small children
- Best when
- Keep a tub in at least one bathroom and go walk-in in the ensuite
Sheet membrane vs liquid membrane
Both are accepted systems when installed to the manufacturer's instructions. Sheet systems give a consistent thickness; liquid systems are easier around odd shapes.
- Trade-off
- Sheet membranes need careful seam work; liquid needs the right number of coats and full cure time
- Best when
- We match the system to the shower shape and the tile chosen
Standard tile vs heated tile floor
An electric heating mat under the tile takes the chill out of a bathroom floor and dries it faster.
- Trade-off
- Adds a circuit, a thermostat and height to the floor build-up
- Best when
- Main bathrooms and ensuites on a slab or over an unheated space
What moves the price
Cost drivers
Two bathrooms the same size can be very different jobs. These are the reasons why.
Moving fixtures
Keeping the toilet, vanity and shower where they are avoids opening floors and re-running drains. Moving them is the biggest single jump in a bathroom budget.
Shower type and size
A tiled shower with a bench, niche and glass involves more waterproofing, tile labour and a custom glass order than a tub and surround.
Tile choice and pattern
Large format, mosaic, herringbone and natural stone each take longer to set than a straight-lay ceramic, and some need sealing.
Hidden damage
Rotten subfloor, mould in the walls or an undersized vent fan only show up after demolition. A contingency covers it.
Vanity and fixture grade
A stock vanity and standard fixtures versus a custom vanity, wall-hung toilet and thermostatic shower system.
Ventilation and electrical
A proper exhaust fan ducted outside, GFCI outlets and heated floors each add electrical work and inspection.
Bathroom prices are not published because the range is too wide to be useful. The estimate lists each item, from waterproofing to the towel bar, so you see exactly what you are paying for.
Our work
Bathrooms and tile from the portfolio
Tiled showers, patterned floors and finished bathrooms.
Service area
Where we work
Bathroom Renovations from our home base in Woodstock, Ontario to Kitchener, Guelph and Cambridge, with London and Brantford also covered.
Kitchener
Kitchener's postwar homes usually have one small main bathroom, so the job is often about making a 5 by 8 room work harder: a walk-in shower, a wall-hung vanity and better lighting.
Interior renovations in KitchenerGuelph
Guelph's older homes often have bathrooms added long after the house was built, with plumbing routed in odd ways. We trace it before we plan the new layout.
Interior renovations in GuelphCambridge
Cambridge has a mix of century homes and 1970s to 1990s subdivisions, where original tubs and surrounds are reaching the end of their life and tiled showers are the usual upgrade.
Interior renovations in CambridgeQuestions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask before a bathroom renovation project.
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Ontario?
It depends on whether fixtures move, the shower type, the tile choice and what is found behind the walls. We do not publish prices because the range is too wide to be useful. A site visit and a written, itemized estimate are free.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom renovation?
Replacing fixtures in the same place, tiling and a new vanity do not need one. Moving plumbing, adding a bathroom or changing walls does, and new electrical work requires an ESA permit taken out by the licensed electrician.
Is a walk-in shower better than a bathtub?
For an ensuite, usually yes: easier access, more room and no curb to step over. Keep a tub in at least one bathroom if you have young children or plan to sell to families.
How do you keep a tiled shower from leaking?
A sloped pan, a waterproof membrane over the whole wet area, sealed corners and niches, and a flood test before tile. Grout is not waterproof; the membrane behind it is what keeps the room dry.
Can a small bathroom be made to feel bigger?
A wall-hung vanity, a glass shower panel instead of a curtain, large format tile with fewer grout lines, a pocket door and good lighting all make a small room read larger without moving a wall.
Do you renovate bathrooms in Kitchener and Guelph?
Yes. Trimpro is based in Woodstock and renovates bathrooms in Kitchener, Guelph, Cambridge, London and Brantford.
Free estimate
Ready for a bathroom that stays dry and looks finished?
Book a walk-through. Dustin will check the room, talk through shower, tile and vanity options and send a written estimate.