Bathroom Remodeling in Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows bathroom remodeling, starting with what failed

Before we price a new bathroom, we look at why the old one is wearing out. Cracked grout can be regrouted, but tiles that move when you press them or a wall that feels soft usually mean water is already behind the tile, and that needs a rebuild. When it does, we take the shower down to the studs, put up new board and a continuous membrane, test it and tile it. The vanity, toilet, fan, lighting, drywall and paint are done by the same crew on the same estimate.

Rolling Meadows is on our regular route, up Route 53, with Golf Road, Kirchoff Road and Algonquin Road taking us across town. It is a Cook County city with Arlington Heights to the east and Palatine to the north. If your tub surround was tiled over plain drywall instead of cement board, the board behind the tile can turn soft around the faucet and the lower rows. We open it, show you, and replace it with backer and waterproofing that will not soak up water.

What we do in a Rolling Meadows bathroom

An honest read on the old shower

We press the tiles, check the grout and look at the wall around the valve, then tell you whether it needs regrouting or a rebuild.

Tear-out to the studs

Failed tile and board come out down to the framing so any damaged studs or plates can be replaced.

Cement board and membrane

New backer and a continuous waterproofing membrane, so the wall behind the tile cannot soak up water again.

Tub or shower pan

A new tub set on a solid base, or a shower pan sloped to the drain, tested with water before tile.

Vanity, sink and toilet

New vanity and top, sink and faucet, and a toilet set on a sound flange.

Room finish

Fan ducted outside, GFCI outlets, drywall, trim and paint, with the room cleaned before we hand it back.

Our process for a Rolling Meadows bathroom

The visit is free, and we spend it checking the shower walls, the floor and the fan before we talk finishes. Your written estimate lists the tear-out, the rebuild, the fixtures and the finish work. If the damage behind the tile goes further than we could see, we show you, price the extra in writing and wait for your okay. We start when materials are in and close out with a walkthrough of the room.

A straight answer: regrout or rebuild.
Water-damaged board replaced, not tiled over.
Membrane tested before tile goes up.
Extra damage priced in writing first.
Liability insurance, certificate before we start.
A clean room and a walkthrough at the end.

Bathroom Remodeling estimate in Rolling Meadows

Tell us about the project and we will set a time to look at it.

FAQ

Bathroom Remodeling in Rolling Meadows: questions

Can my Rolling Meadows shower just be regrouted?

If the tiles are tight and the wall is solid, yes. If tiles move or the wall feels soft, water is behind them and regrouting will not fix it. We tell you which at the estimate.

Do you need a permit for a Rolling Meadows bathroom remodel?

If plumbing or electrical changes, plan on one. We pull it where Rolling Meadows requires one and schedule the inspections.

How long does a full bath rebuild take?

Usually two to three weeks once materials are in. A half bath is often about a week.

Can I send pictures of the shower first?

Yes. Text close-up photos of the tile and grout to (815) 585-1750 and we can tell you what we see before we come out.

Which towns around Rolling Meadows do you serve?

We also remodel bathrooms in Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates.

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Bathroom Remodeling in Rolling Meadows