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Is a DIY Bathroom Remodel a Good Idea?

October 8th, 2022

1 min read

By Coley O. McAvoy

Homeowner installing a new shower wall panel during a DIY bathroom remodel in Colorado
Is a DIY Bathroom Remodel a Good Idea?
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Bathroom remodeling involves a lot of necessary skills, so it is one of the most daunting projects to do yourself.  This project requires tile, plumbing, and electrical work, and these are all highly skilled trades.  In today’s article, LuxStone™ of Colorado by HomePride, one of the top bathroom renovation companies in our local area, explains whether or not you should DIY your bathroom remodel.

Should You Choose the DIY Route?

Many DIYers talk about the satisfaction of working on their home themselves, but the number one reason why people start DIY projects is cost.  Working on your bathroom remodel yourself can save you a lot on labor costs.  However, DIYers usually take a lot longer to do the work.  Hiring professionals to remodel your bathroom for you can save you weeks and months.  In addition, professionals are much less likely to make any costly mistakes during the remodel.

Why Hire Professionals?

As one of the top bathroom conversion companies in our local area, we highly recommend hiring professionals to work on your bathroom remodel.  A professional company has experts who can handle every aspect of the remodeling process.  They have carpentry experts who can build walls, install insulation, and vapor barriers, and more.  They have professional plumbers and electricians who can perform the significant work necessary during a bathroom remodel.

They have installation experts who can quickly complete the remodeled bathroom’s new tiling, walls, and fixture installations.  Professional remodelers will be able to complete this project sooner than you can, and they will be able to perform better work than you.

HomePride installs shower systems that can help keep costs down, so you won’t have to deal with the downsides of a DIY project.  Your bathroom is one of the busiest parts of your home.  You don’t want any mistakes during a bathroom remodel because of the large impact they can make on your day-to-day life.  As one of the top tub-to-shower conversion contractors in our local area, we can help you.  Let our professionals handle this job for you.  Call us at (303) 558-5225 to learn more about our services and products or to request an estimate.

Coley O. McAvoy

With 30+ years of experience in content marketing, Coley helps Colorado homeowners simplify the remodeling process by breaking down design trends, pricing insights, and aging-in-place solutions. Coley has appeared on CBS and Fox News, and his work has been featured in industry outlets across multiple channels. When not simplifying remodel decisions, you'll find him camping throughout Colorado with his wife of 14 years and their two young daughters.