How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
This is a question that most people are interested in the most. Every bathroom renovator will advise you that it depends on your personal needs and wants and what bathware has been selected.
According to the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Kitchen and Bathroom Report released in April 2017, the average bathroom renovation cost in Sydney in 2016 was $17,600. Allowing for CPI increases, the average bathroom renovation cost in 2021 should be around $20,000.
The style and the bathware will have an influence on the price. To get an accurate quotation, feel free to contact us.
How long does it take to complete my bathroom renovation?
The time frame could vary depending on the size of the bathroom and complexity of the job. An average sized bathroom usually takes 3-4 weeks from the start of the demolition to when you can use it. Within this time frame, there is some downtime to allow for the wall render, tiling floor screed and the waterproofing membrane to dry and cure before the next stage of work can proceed.
Custom made pieces such as shower screens and vanity stone bench tops will take a bit longer to be installed as site measurement for these items need to be undertaken ofter certain elements of the renovation work is complete.
What warranty is offered with the bathroom renovation?
As per the current Home Building Act provisions, we provide a 6 year warranty on the workmanship of your bathroom renovation. Our team of professional trade subcontractors all hold current licences and insurances.
For contract work in excess of $20,000 in value, we will provide you with an insurance certificate in accordance with the Home Building Compensation Scheme (formally known as home warranty insurance).
Can I supply my own tiles and bathware for you to undertake the bathroom renovation?
Certainly! We’re happy to work with the materials you supply.
As part of the bathroom renovation do I get plumbing and electrical upgrades?
Definitely. We will not only replace the finishes you see in your bathroom (tiles, bathware, shower screen, etc.) but we will also change the plumbing pipes and electrical wiring within your bathroom area.
We will inspect your hot water system and assess its compliance to the Plumbing Code of Australia. One of the requirements of the code is that all hot water systems must have a temperature control valve fitted to ensure that the temperature of the hot water at the tap is no more than 50 degrees celcius.
All electrical sub circuits servicing your bathroom will require a residual-current device (RCD). This is a safety device that instantly breaks an electrical circuit to prevent serious harm from an ongoing electric shock. Our electrician will inspect your electrical switchboard and wiring and advise you if an upgrade is required to meet current Australian Standards.
Do I need to have a design idea before I start my bathroom renovation?
No. At Ben Oliver Bathrooms, we understand that due to a huge selection of designs, bathware and tiles, it is easy to get confused when thinking about your bathroom renovation. We are glad to assist you with possible scenarios, design and bathware selections based on our bathroom renovation experience.
