Pricing
A single-family bathroom remodel starts at $30,000 for construction and labor. Most Greater Boston bathrooms we build land between $30,000 and about $40,000, depending on the size of the room, whether the layout changes, and the conditions we find in the space. Finish materials — tile, vanity, fixtures — are budgeted on top of that.
Some conditions add to the price — for example removing a load-bearing wall, mold or asbestos remediation, or adding a window or a second vanity. We identify anything like that during the in-home visit and include it in your Proposal, so the number you get is the number you pay.
Upgrades homeowners add
- Radiant floor heat
- Heated towel warmer
- Lighted or defogging mirror
- Under-vanity and accent lighting
- Steam shower or whirlpool tub
Anything you choose is rolled into one fixed price, confirmed in your written Proposal after an in-home consultation. You see a single number, not a line-by-line breakdown of how we build it.
Process narrative
The Bay State Remodeling bathroom project flow uses four phases — Sales, Design & Planning, Procurement, and Construction. Eight client-visible milestones bridge the phases.
Eight client-visible milestones
- Consultation Scheduled — Sales Phase first contact plus pre-meeting questionnaire.
- Site Measurement & Design Consultation — on-site visit; written estimate within 2-3 business days.
- Material Selection Process — Part A on-site measuring and take-off; Part B finish selections at the Bay State Kitchen Gallery showroom and vendor partner showrooms.
- Layout Development & Design Development & Presentation — proposed plan with 3D renderings; client feedback incorporated.
- Design & Planning Summary Meeting — final design review with site access, working hours, dust control, and communication preferences confirmed; followed by the Design & Planning Completion Gate.
- Permit Preparation & Submission — Bay State handles all permit applications; copies provided to the client.
- Project Mobilization & Execution Phase — crew arrives, demolition, Post-Demolition Review & Decision Gate, dependency-driven execution.
- Final Completion Walkthrough — Punch List Completion, Project Completion & Satisfaction Form, Review Request & Referral Request.
On-site construction timeline (40 to 45 business days)
| Stage | Phase note | Estimated business days |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition | Construction phase | 2 |
| Framing — structural (if needed) | Conditional | 3 |
| Plumbing — rough-in | Before walls close | 2 |
| Electrical — rough-in | Before walls close | 2 |
| HVAC | If applicable | 1 |
| Insulation + tile substrate prep & waterproofing | After rough-ins, before drywall | 2 |
| Drywall | After rough-ins and insulation | 3 |
| Rough inspections (waiting period) | Mid-construction milestone | 5–10 |
| Painting & wall finishes | Finish phase | 2 |
| Tile — floor and wet-area tile | Finish phase | 5 |
| Cabinet, countertop, trim & millwork install | Finish phase | 2 |
| Plumbing — finish phase | After tile and cabinets | 2 |
| Glazing & mirrors (late-stage) | Subject to fabrication lead time | 2 |
| Accessories + electrical finish | Final finish phase | 1 |
| Site cleaning + final touches | Project completion | 1 |
| Permits & inspections — final inspection & handover | Project completion | 1 |
What's included (scope)
Every bathroom remodel includes the following as standard.
- Interior design services — floor plans, elevations, 3D renderings, finish specification schedule.
- Permits & inspections — building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical.
- Waste disposal — dumpsters, hauling.
- General materials — lumber, fasteners, connectors, adhesives, sealants.
- General conditions & site management — protection, supervision, mobilization through demobilization.
- Demolition (selective interior) — drywall, tile, plaster, fixtures, lighting, hardware, accessories, trim, millwork.
- Site cleaning — final cleanup, dust and debris removal.
- Framing installation — selective framing modifications, 2x4 at 16 in. on center, blocking for grab bars and wall-hung vanities.
- Electrical installation — switches, recessed lighting, wall fixture, exhaust fan, GFCI, outlets per NEC and local building department requirements.
- Plumbing installation — water/drain lines, toilet, sink/vanity basin, shower/bathtub plumbing standard.
- HVAC installation — bathroom exhaust fan with exterior termination per Massachusetts Mechanical Code.
- Insulation installation — faced fiberglass batt plus spray foam at penetrations per Massachusetts Energy Code.
- Drywall installation — moisture-resistant assemblies in wet areas.
- Painting & wall finishes — two coats interior-grade paint on walls, ceilings, trim, doors.
- Trim & millwork installation — base molding, door casing, window casing.
- Cabinet installation — base and wall cabinets at proper height, scribed, hardware aligned.
- Tile installation — substrate prep and waterproofing (Schluter or RedGard), floor tile, shower wall, tub surround.
- Countertop installation — measurement, fabrication coordination, sealant at edges and backsplash.
Materials guidance
The guide uses a Two-Source Model for finish selections rather than a Good / Better / Best tier framework. Source 1 — Our Projects: real completed Bay State bathrooms with actual SKUs and project costs. Source 2 — Our Catalogue: a curated vendor library spanning tile, plumbing, vanities, countertops, glazing, hardware, lighting, doors, and windows.
Vendor catalogue — the lines we specify
- Tile & stone: The Tile Shop, Porcelanosa, Dal-Tile, MSI, Bedrosians
- Plumbing fixtures: Kohler, Moen, Delta, Grohe, American Standard, TOTO
- Bathroom vanities: Fabuwood, BERTCH, Strasser, James Martin, Kohler, IKEA (Godmorgon)
- Countertops: Silestone (Cosentino), Dekton (Cosentino), Caesarstone, Cambria, MSI Quartz, Calacatta Gold marble
- Glazing & mirrors: Coastal Shower Doors, DreamLine, Kohler, Robern, Frameless Hardware Co.
- Cabinet hardware: Top Knobs, Amerock, Atlas Homewares, Liberty Hardware, Jeffrey Alexander
- Electrical fixtures: Kohler, Moen, Progress Lighting, Kichler, Visual Comfort, Lutron
- Doors (conditional): JELD-WEN, Masonite, TruStile, Simpson Door, Colonial Elegance
- Windows (conditional): Pella, Andersen, Marvin, JELD-WEN, Harvey Building Products
Sample fixed-price points
- Tile: $8.99/sq ft fixed, or $6 to $18/sq ft range
- Kohler K-98068-4-SN faucet — $485
- Kohler Artifacts Series faucets — $320 to $780
- BERTCH 24 in. Alden Paint White vanity — $1,240
- Fabuwood Allure 36 in. vanities — $900 to $1,800
- Silestone Calacatta Gold 3 cm — $78/sq ft
- Dekton collection — $65 to $120/sq ft
- DreamLine Unidoor 48 in. frameless — $680
- Custom frameless enclosures — $800 to $2,400
- Top Knobs Ascendra 24 in. towel bar Flat Black — $98
- Moen YB6462BL Belfield 2-light — $148
- JELD-WEN 32 in. 6-panel hollow-core door — $185
- TruStile solid-core MDF doors — $380 to $950
- Pella 250 Series double-hung 32x54 in. — $420
- Andersen 400 Series casement — $580 to $1,200
Photo placement (from the source guide)
Frequently asked
How do I check that the contractor on my permit is actually the company I hired?
Compare the name of the license holder on the permit with the company you have hired and ask for proof of their relationship. Choosing a remodeling company that holds both its own Construction Supervisor License and Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) registration ensures accountability. Cross-check registrations on the official Massachusetts state websites.
What insurance should my bathroom remodeler carry?
At minimum: general liability insurance and workers compensation. The Massachusetts mandatory minimum for HIC registration is $100,000 per occurrence / $300,000 aggregate commercial general liability. Always request a Certificate of Insurance issued directly from the insurance provider — not a photocopy.
What permits will my bathroom remodel need?
A full bathroom remodel involving multiple trades requires building plus trade permits (Short or Long Form depending on structure). Plumbing rough-in and finish, electrical rough-in and finish, and HVAC each require their own permits. Cosmetic-only updates with no system changes typically do not require permits.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
40 to 45 business days of on-site construction, including a 5 to 10 day rough inspection waiting period. This excludes Design & Planning, pre-construction prep, and procurement lead times.
Why does glazing and mirrors come at the end?
Custom shower glass enclosures and mirrors are measured and fabricated only after tile work is complete, as dimensions cannot be confirmed before tile installation. They are subject to additional fabrication lead time but will not delay bathroom use upon main construction completion.
What happens if something unexpected is found during demolition?
Following demolition, Bay State Remodeling performs the Post-Demolition Review & Decision Gate — we take a close look at what has been uncovered and compare it to the agreed project scope. If anything unexpected comes up, we discuss it with you openly, present a change order if needed, and get your approval before doing anything additional. No surprises.
Will the price quoted be the final price?
Any scope adjustments identified during design development are presented in the Contract — line by line, so you see exactly what changed and why.
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