If you’re doing your bathroom remodel on your own, good for you. You can save a substantial sum of money.
Start by planning your bathroom remodel
You must have a plan. Take your time, don’t rush and have to backtrack and do things again. When planning your bathroom remodel, especially if you are doing it yourself, you need a good tidy plan. What will you do and in what order?
Make a list of what you want to change in your bathroom and what you want to replace. Then, at the very least, make a rough line of sight. This can be done with graph paper, but it is much easier when using software. With the software you can easily make changes to your bathroom remodel.
While you may be eager to get started and get started, the process can be much easier and ultimately faster if you have a good plan. Two important aspects of a bathroom remodel are electrical and plumbing.
What basic changes will you need to make when remodeling your bathroom?
Is the existing wiring in your bathroom adequate and up to date? Some things to consider are what new fixtures or amenities you are adding in your new bathroom. Many of the new high-end amenities have special requirements. A sauna, steam room, or hot tub may require an electrical upgrade. Even some of the newer toilets need their own drain. Ask for the manufacturer’s documentation to be sure what is required.
You will need permits for your particular location and you must do things that pass the codes. If you are installing a ceiling fan in your new bathroom, did you know that it should be placed some distance from the tub / shower area? Track lighting cannot be installed above the shower area, and the outlets must also be some distance from the shower. If you are installing a hot tub, you may need your own circuit. Verifying code requirements can save you a lot of time and repetition of steps.
This is why planning is so important. You’ll need a plan, and then you’ll need to check with your local building authorities so everything is up to code and safe. The bathroom is a humid and humid environment and you want to enjoy it and ensure the safety of your home.
As a DIYer, you need to know when to call in an expert, especially when it comes to wiring and plumbing. Doing much of the work yourself and calling in a qualified expert when necessary can save you time, trouble with building authorities, and help keep your home safe. And sometimes it can save you money in the long run, rather than having to do a job a second time to get it right.
If a hot tub is on your list of additions to your new bathroom, know its maintenance and care requirements, what the noise level will be, how much water it will need, and consider how you will access it for routine maintenance. You will want access that allows you to work on it without being cluttered, sometimes accessing through a closet is the answer.
Will you have to replace your current hot water tank to have an adequate water supply? How much will it cost you to run it routinely? And check the care requirements. It is recommended that you do not use bath oils or bath salts in a hot tub, as they require frequent cleaning. Make sure you want the load of keeping your hot tub running and that you will actually use it. Obtain care instructions directly from the manufacturer.
When planning a bathroom remodel, use an A-to-Z approach. Develop a plan, break it down into steps, and consider what is required to complete each step and how it will coordinate with other elements of the bathroom remodel to make it happen. Get it right and don’t have to go back and do things a second time.
