5 Signs It's Time for a Bathroom Renovation: When to Update?
Realtors report that bathroom renovations can help with a quick sale and be worth the investment: minor renovations earn up to 102% of their costs at resale, and major ones fetch up to 60%.
Whether you’re planning to sell your home or simply want to maintain it in good working order, here are 5 signs that it’s time to contact a general contractor for renovations.
Your Fixtures Are Outdated
You may want to change part or all your bathroom fixtures and accessories to catch up to the times. Whether this means style, water efficiency, or both, renovations may be warranted if you have:
a high-flow toilet
a sunken tub
shiny brass taps, bars, mirrors, etc.
colourful, ornate, or “splashy” countertops and accessories
You Regularly Have Mould and Mildew
While you can remove most mould and mildew from your bathroom fixtures, floors, and walls, you should not remove black mould yourself because it is toxic and can lead to serious health problems. This alone is a good reason to call a general contractor.
They can offer renovation solutions that will prevent it and mildew from reoccurring. This home renovation should include the following:
mould-resistant products
proper ventilation
The Layout Doesn’t Work
Whether your lifestyle, family, or mobility has changed, or you are tired of constantly banging into the counter or hitting your head when you clean the toilet, a more efficient layout with adequate space and lighting may be required. If you need your bathroom to accommodate your height, weight, or mobility issues or have regular frustrations or problems with:
cramped space
inadequate clearance
size, height, or width of fixtures
narrow doorways
high tubs
lack of grab bars
Then, it is time for a bathroom renovation.
There’s a Lack of Storage
It may not be your teenager’s fault that they leave their beauty and grooming products all over the counter, or the cat’s fault for clawing up your incontinence briefs. There may simply be a lack of storage in your bathroom. A general contractor can easily install cabinets and shelves or completely reconfigure your bathroom through a full bathroom renovation, giving you the space and storage you need.
Things Are Suffering from Wear and Tear
Sources calculate that the average Canadian spends more than a full week in the bathroom. With such heavy use, especially in multi-person bathrooms, it is little wonder that fixtures wear down and need replacing. A renovation may be needed if you are experiencing:
frequent leaks anywhere in the bathroom
electrical issues with the lights, fan, or electric features such as jet tubs or steam showers
wear patterns on the floor or counter
Get Help with Your Bathroom Renovation in Markham
If your bathroom is exhibiting one or more of these signs, and you are looking for help with a bathroom renovation in the Markham area, call the general contractors at Bruce Clark & Son Plumbing & Renovations Ltd. We have a 70+-year legacy of providing professional home renovations in Markham, Stouffville, Uxbridge, and beyond.