We did ours last summer and ended up around $12k, but we hired out plumbing and electrical (I don't trust myself with wires after a bad experience, lol). Heated floors sounded tempting, but honestly, good insulation does wonders. Curious though...do you really notice a huge difference with the upgraded exhaust fan? Ours is pretty basic, and I've been debating whether it's worth swapping out.
"Curious though...do you really notice a huge difference with the upgraded exhaust fan?"
Honestly, if your current fan isn't causing moisture issues, upgrading might not be worth it. I swapped mine for a pricier model last year—it's quieter, sure, but performance-wise...not a massive leap for the cost involved.
I did the upgrade mostly for noise reduction, but honestly, the moisture difference wasn't night-and-day. If your current fan's decent enough, you might wanna put that money into something else—like better insulation or eco-friendly fixtures. Learned that one the hard way...
"If your current fan's decent enough, you might wanna put that money into something else—like better insulation or eco-friendly fixtures."
Couldn't agree more with this. In my experience, bathroom remodels can vary wildly depending on your choices—but roughly speaking, I've seen decent DIY refreshes around $1-2k, mid-range remodels about $5-8k, and full-on renos easily hitting $15k+. If you're budget-conscious, I'd recommend focusing step-by-step: fixtures first, then flooring or tile, and save the big-ticket items like custom cabinetry or fancy showers for last if at all. Keeps things manageable and less overwhelming...
Fair points, but is it really best to leave cabinetry and showers for last? In my experience, choosing eco-friendly cabinets or a water-saving shower early on can actually shape the rest of your remodel. For instance, I picked out a low-flow showerhead first and ended up saving money on plumbing adjustments later. Maybe prioritizing fixtures with long-term savings upfront makes more sense than tackling them at the end...?
