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Bathroom Renovation Services in Sarasota, Everything We Do, and What It Actually Costs.
Full remodels, walk-in showers, tub conversions, aging-in-place bathrooms, waterproofing, and master bath renovations, all under one license, with every permit pulled and every HOA submission handled before demo day, not after.
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Quick Answer
What bathroom renovation services do you offer in Sarasota, and what do they cost?
We handle six core services: full bathroom remodels ($45,000-$100,000+), walk-in shower installation and tub-to-shower conversions ($8,000-$22,000), aging-in-place bathrooms ($31,000-$36,000), master bathroom remodels, and waterproofing/mold remediation ($600-$18,000 depending on scope). A cosmetic refresh alone runs $8,000-$15,000. We also do powder room remodels ($15,000-$30,000) and full bathroom additions ($40,000-$80,000+). Every project includes the permit, and if your HOA requires architectural approval, we submit that separately, since a Florida HOA's approval and a county building permit are two different processes, not one.
What We Actually Do
Twelve Services, One License, One Crew
We don't sub out the trades to whoever's available that week. Same crew, same project manager, from demo to final inspection.
Full Bathroom Remodel
Gut-to-finish renovation, plumbing, waterproofing, tile, vanity, and fixtures. Every permit pulled. Cosmetic refresh from $8K; mid-range $15K-$36K; full remodel $45K-$100K+.
Full Remodel Details →Walk-In Shower Installation
Curbless and low-threshold walk-in showers with large-format porcelain, waterproofing membrane, and humidity-rated ventilation, built for CBS construction and Gulf Coast moisture.
Walk-In Shower Details →Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Remove an unused tub, install a curbless walk-in shower. Includes waterproofing, subfloor inspection, and permit. Typical project $8K-$22K depending on size and tile selection.
Tub-to-Shower Details →Aging-in-Place Bathroom Remodel
Curbless showers, grab bars anchored into framing or CBS block, slip-resistant porcelain, comfort-height toilets, and anti-scald valves. Full projects typically $31K-$36K; grab bars and quick safety fixes cost far less.
Aging-in-Place Details →Waterproofing & Mold Remediation
Shower waterproofing membrane installation, mold remediation coordination, post-hurricane rebuilds. Most Sarasota homes built before 2004 have no continuous membrane, we fix that.
Waterproofing Details →Master Bathroom Remodel
Complete primary bathroom renovations with walk-in shower, soaking tub, double vanity, and lighting, designed for how you actually start and end your day.
Master Bath Details →Small Bathroom Remodel
Guest baths and tight footprints done right, including what a $10K budget actually covers and when moving a toilet six inches tips you into full-remodel territory.
Small Bath Details →Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Custom design, floating vanities, statement tile, and wellness layouts, built with the same waterproofing discipline as every other job, including coastal wind-code requirements.
Luxury Remodel Details →Tile & Flooring Installation
Climate-appropriate tile selection, porcelain absorbs under 0.5% water versus 3-7% for ceramic, plus terrazzo preservation guidance for pre-1980 Sarasota homes.
Tile & Flooring Details →Lighting, Ventilation & Electrical
Properly sized exhaust fans (110+ CFM, not the standard 50), GFCI-compliant wiring, and layered lighting, the systems that quietly cause mold and code violations when undersized.
Lighting & Electrical Details →Powder Room Remodel
Half baths by the front door and pool baths off the lanai, with slip-resistant tile, a properly vented fan, and the Florida pool-barrier rules handled on exterior doors. Typical project $15K-$30K.
Powder Room Details →Bathroom Addition
A second bathroom for a one-bath CBS home, a suite for a parent moving in, or a guest bath for season. Engineering, flood-zone review, HOA approval, and permits included. Typical addition $40K-$80K+.
Bathroom Addition Details →Not sure which service fits your bathroom?
Tell us what you're working with on the phone, we'll point you to the right scope before you commit to anything.
Permits & HOA, Explained Plainly
Do You Need Bathroom Remodel Permits in Sarasota?
It depends on the scope of your bathroom remodel permits, so start here. Swap a toilet, vanity, or tile in the same footprint and that's cosmetic work, usually permit-exempt. Move a toilet even six inches, touch electrical, or change the structure, and Sarasota County or the City of Sarasota requires a permit. Here's what those actually run: plumbing permit $50-$500, electrical $40-$500, building/structural $100-$500, full gut remodel $400-$1,500+, new bathroom addition $500-$2,000+. Permits stay valid 6-18 months depending on the type. We pull them and schedule the inspections ourselves, because a permit that never happened can void an insurance claim or hold up a home sale years later, and that's your risk to carry, not ours to skip.
Here's the part almost nobody explains: if you live somewhere with an HOA or condo association, their architectural approval and the county's building permit are two completely separate legal processes under Florida law, Florida Statutes §720.3035 and §718.113. Getting your HOA's sign-off doesn't waive the county permit, and pulling a county permit doesn't waive HOA review. You need both if the scope touches plumbing, electrical, or structure. HOA architectural review in a Sarasota condo or community typically takes 2 to 6 weeks, and we run that in parallel with the county permit application (usually 1 to 4 weeks) instead of waiting for one to finish before starting the other, which is the single biggest thing that keeps a project moving instead of stalling for a month.
One more thing worth knowing if you bought an older Sarasota home: if we open a wall and find plumbing or electrical work a previous owner did without a permit, you're not personally on the hook for it, but the violation stays attached to the property itself, not the person who did it. It can complicate a future sale or an insurance claim. We'll flag it before we cover it back up so you can decide whether to bring it up to code now, while the wall's already open, or leave it for later.
Real Numbers, Not a Consultation Gate
What a Bathroom Remodel Actually Costs in Sarasota, by Tier
We'd rather you know the real range walking in than have to book a call just to hear a number.
| Project Tier | Typical Range | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | $8,000-$15,000 | Fixtures, tile, paint, vanity swap, same layout, no plumbing moved |
| Mid-range remodel | $15,000-$36,000 | Walk-in shower conversion, new vanity, upgraded fixtures |
| Aging-in-place remodel | $31,000-$36,000 | Curbless shower, grab bars, comfort-height toilet, non-slip flooring |
| Full gut remodel | $45,000-$100,000+ | Structural changes, full plumbing/electrical relocation, custom finishes |
| Per square foot | $150-$650/sq ft | Varies by tier, cosmetic at the low end, luxury custom at the high end |
Why the range is so wide: permit scope, whether plumbing gets relocated, and material tier all move the number independently of each other. Two bathrooms the same size can land $20,000 apart depending on those three factors alone. We'll walk you through which ones apply to your bathroom during the free in-home assessment, before you commit to anything.
Questions We Get
Permit, HOA & Service Questions from Sarasota Homeowners
It depends on the scope. Replacing a toilet, vanity, or tile in the same location is usually cosmetic and permit-exempt. Moving plumbing (even a toilet six inches), touching electrical, or changing the structure requires a permit from Sarasota County or the City of Sarasota. Fee ranges run roughly $50-$500 for plumbing-only, $40-$500 for electrical, $100-$500 for building/structural, and $400-$1,500+ for a full gut remodel.
Yes. HOA architectural approval and a Sarasota County or City of Sarasota building permit are two completely separate processes under Florida law (FL Statutes §720.3035 and §718.113), one does not substitute for the other. You generally need both if your project involves plumbing, electrical, or structural work in a community with an HOA or condo association.
Typically 2 to 6 weeks for a condo or HOA architectural review board to approve a bathroom remodel submission, though we usually run that in parallel with the county permit application (1-4 weeks) rather than waiting for one before starting the other, which saves real time on the schedule.
You're not personally liable for work a previous owner did without a permit, but the violation stays attached to the property, not the person, it can complicate your home sale or insurance claim later. If we find unpermitted plumbing or electrical work while we're in a wall, we'll tell you before we cover it back up, and you can decide whether to bring it up to code as part of the current project.
A cosmetic refresh (fixtures, tile, paint, same layout) typically runs $8,000-$15,000. A mid-range remodel with a walk-in shower conversion and new vanity runs $15,000-$36,000. A full gut renovation with structural changes runs $45,000-$100,000+. An aging-in-place remodel with a curbless shower, grab bars, and a comfort-height toilet typically runs $31,000-$36,000. The range is wide because permit scope, plumbing relocation, and material tier all move the number independently.
Yes, Florida law allows a homeowner to act as their own contractor and pull their own permit on their primary residence. But you personally assume all liability for code compliance and inspections, which is why most homeowners hire a licensed contractor for anything touching plumbing, electrical, or structure, and let us carry that liability and the paperwork instead.
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When it comes to bathroom remodeling Sarasota homeowners deserve straight answers, licensed work, and a crew that pulls every permit and finishes what they start.
Free in-home consultation. No commitment. We'll look at your space, tell you what we see, including what's behind the walls if it matters, and give you a realistic picture of scope and cost before you decide anything.
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