Leaks, drips, slips, stains and more – your bathroom deals with a lot of challenges on a daily basis. You can clean up, but over time these incidents build up alongside outdated appliances and other problems to make your bathroom less than beautiful – and even less than completely functional, in some cases. It’s crucial to keep your bathroom up-to-date in order to keep your home value at its best, to keep your bathroom a space you and others enjoy using and to generally give you peace of mind. If you’ve noticed any of these 6 signs in your bathroom, it may be time to take that step and invest in a full bathroom remodel in the near future: 1. Leaky Appliances Leaking sinks, tubs, showers or toilets are a surefire sign that your appliances are outdated or damaged and need some serious repairs or replacements. It’s easy to ignore minor leaks and simply pretend they don’t exist, but this has some serious consequences. A single leak dripping at a rate of one drip per second could waste a whopping 90 gallons of water per day, which is a huge burden on both your water bill and your environmental footprint. Furthermore, overlooked leaks have the power to ruin subflooring in your bathroom, which leads to a wide range of other issues. 2. Your Appliances Aren’t Efficient Even old homes have to adhere to rules, and your toilet is no exception. As of 1992, toilets everywhere are supposed to use no…

For decades, the image of relaxing in a tub surrounded by candles after a long day of work has been used to sell deep, luxurious tubs in houses of all shapes and sizes. However, when was the last time you happened to soak in a tub for hours on end? If you’re like millions of other adults, the odds are that you haven’t actually used your tub in months or even years. Over time, tubs have become obsolete to the average adult, and this is something you should keep in mind during your next bathroom remodel. No matter what your realtor has to say on the subject, it’s time to ditch your tub and get the bathroom you truly deserve. Here are some reasons why you should consider replacing your tub with a walk-in shower: 1. Maximize Your Space As concerns about efficiency and organization grow, people are beginning to realize that it’s crucial to maximize space in every part of your home. This is especially important when it comes to the bathroom, which, apart from closets, are often the smallest areas in any home. Tubs are by far the biggest space-grabbers in these rooms. The average tub takes 13 square feet of space, which can be a considerable amount in many modern bathrooms – almost half, in some cases. Most walk-in showers, on the other hand, only take up around 9 square feet of space, giving you far more room for storage, moving around, and even décor. Not to…

Bathroom remodeling is one of the most common renovation projects homeowners tackle. This is due to the general high return on investment. Subsequently, many people jump into the process by merely searching online for “bathroom remodelers near me.” While this can certainly introduce you to a bathroom remodeling company that could exceed all your expectations, ask these five questions before hiring one. Are You Bonded, Licensed, and Insured? When you’re trying to save on the cost of a renovation, choosing the contractor that offers the lowest price may seem like a good option. However, that low bid may come from not being bonded, licensed, and insured. They may also be less experienced. This is a bad combination. If the contractor doesn’t finish the work, makes a costly mistake, fails to pay his workers or commits several other potential errors, it could all fall on you. So, let this be the first filter you apply for all contractors you consider. Can I See Some Bathroom Renovations You’ve Done? Even if the company is brand new, they may claim to have years of personal experience. If they do, then they should have the portfolio to prove it. Ask all contractors for photos of completed projects they were in charge of. Some contractors may even be able to organize a site visit. Since shady contractors can pull images from anywhere, be sure to back these up with references so you can confirm they were the ones who really did the work, if necessary….