From the obvious benefits to the less glamorous ones, remodeling your bathroom can increase property value and make daily routines more enjoyable. However, without proper planning, the endeavor can quickly become a source of stress, increased costs, and wasted time. Before remodeling your home in Poughkeepsie, Beacon, Kingston, Rhinebeck, or anywhere in the Hudson Valley.
At D. Rohde Home Services, bathroom remodeling and plumbing solutions are something we specialize in. Here’s what you need to know to ensure your project goes smoothly from start to finish.
Understand Your Plumbing Needs
Your bathroom remodel is about more than just aesthetics; plumbing plays a very crucial role. Here are some of the things you may not tear out until you’ve considered everything adequately:
- Placement of the pipes: If you want to move the sink, toilet, or shower to a different place, it may require you to reroute the pipes to the location, and that will really shoot up expenses.
- Water pressure: The existing system may not be able to accommodate so much power that results from the new joints or the additional showerheads.
- Drainage: They should also come out having a proper slope and venting to avoid clogging up or slow drains.
The plumbing services team can inspect your current system and recommend the way forward in order to have room for your remodel.
Know Local Codes and Permits
Bath remodels do need permits to comply with local building codes. That includes plumbing, electrical, and sometimes structural changes. Hiring a professional like D. Rohde Home Services assures you that your remodel is compliant and you will not face any costly fines or safety issues later on.
Plan Your Layout and Fixtures
Choosing layout and fixtures early saves time and money:
- Fixtures: Opt for those that appeal to your taste and corresponding plumbing, i.e., sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
- Storage: Opt for maximum space with cabinets, vanities, or shelving.
- Lighting: Good lighting enhances the functionality and feel of a room or space.
Our staff can suggest fittings that go with your plumbing, including recommending a water heater upgrade if necessary.
Budget Wisely
The cost of a bathroom remodel can fluctuate greatly depending on materials, labor, and how much plumbing work is moved around or added. Nasty surprises lurk when old pipes get disturbed during demolition.
Schedule an inspection before the remodel with D. Rohde Home Services to catch problems ahead of time and avoid those surprise hiccups. We provide transparent pricing and comprehensive project plans to keep your remodel on track.
Expect Some Disruption
Home remodeling does require a degree of patience, to give as an example, short-term shutoffs of water and sections of the house becoming unusable while work is being done. Planning ahead can mean minimizing disruption for you and your family.
Prevent Future Issues
When remodeling, consider upgrading to prevent future problems:
- Water-efficient fixtures to reduce the water bills you pay after the remodeling is finished.
- A tankless or newer water heater for continuous hot water
- Check for hard water issues, which can affect your pipes and fixtures.
For more information, visit our Water Filtration and Softening page.
Why Choose D. Rohde Home Services
Serving Poughkeepsie, Beacon, Hopewell Junction, Kingston, Millbrook, Newburgh, Rhinebeck, Wallkill, and Wappingers Falls, D. Rohde Home Services marries plumbing know-how with home remodeling experience. We make bathroom remodels stress-free and successful from planning layouts and installing modern fixtures to ensuring code compliance.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start your bathroom remodel the right way.