How a bathroom remodel works, step by step
A bathroom remodel starts with a visit and a written price, then moves from demo to waterproofing, tile and the final walkthrough. Here is how it goes with Bencke’s Tile in Richmond, VA.
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How a project runs.
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Free in-home estimate
We come to your home, measure, and talk through what you want.
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Your price
You get the price for your job before any work starts.
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The build
Demo, prep, tile and grout, in that order.
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Walkthrough
You look over the finished room before the job is closed.
What happens in a typical bathroom remodel
The old room comes out
Fixtures, old tile and anything that cannot stay are removed.
The bones get checked
Walls, floor and pipes are looked at before anything new goes in. This is when a hidden problem shows up.
Backing and waterproofing
Flat, firm boards go on, and the wet areas get a waterproof layer.
Tile goes up
Walls first, then the floor, with the layout planned so cuts land where you will not notice them.
Grout and sealing
Joints are filled, then cleaned and finished.
Fixtures and finishing
Vanity, mirror, fixtures and trim go back in.
The walkthrough
You look over the finished room with the crew before the job is called done.
Why a bathroom job sometimes takes longer than the first guess
A wall can hide an old leak. A floor can turn out to be uneven. Tile can arrive late. None of that is unusual, and none of it should be a surprise on the bill.
The best way to avoid surprises is to ask. At the free estimate, ask what the crew will check first and how changes are handled.
Frequently asked questions
Don’t see your question? Call or write and we will answer it.
It varies with the size of the room and the amount of rebuilding. Ask about the schedule for your job at the free estimate.
Yes. The tile has to be on site before the tile work starts, so choosing early keeps the job moving.
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FAQ
Short answers to what Richmond homeowners ask before hiring a bathroom or tile contractor. If yours is not here, call 804-244-6737 or write to contact@benckestile.com.
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