Bathroom remodeling in Los Angeles typically ranges from $15,000 to $80,000+ depending on size, scope, and finishes. Answer each section below to get a detailed labor estimate — built the way contractors actually price projects, category by category.
Labor & rough materials only. Finish materials (tile, vanity, fixtures, etc.) are priced separately with your designer.
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Step 1 · Project Type
What type of bathroom are you remodeling?
This sets the base complexity and scope for labor throughout the estimate.
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Master Bathroom
Primary en-suite. Typically larger with more fixtures and higher labor scope.
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Guest / Hall Bathroom
Shared family bathroom. Standard scope and size.
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Half Bath / Powder Room
Toilet and sink only — no shower or tub work involved.
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Kids / Secondary Bath
Standard tub/shower combo, single vanity setup.
Step 2 · Bathroom Size
What’s the approximate size of the bathroom?
Square footage directly affects tile labor, drywall area, and time on site.
60sq ft
25 sq ft200+ sq ft
Or pick a size
Small
Under 50 sq ft
Medium
50–100 sq ft
Large
100+ sq ft
Step 3 · Demolition
What needs to be demolished?
Select everything that will be torn out. Each item factors into demo labor and haul-out cost.
Select all that apply
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Full Strip to Studs
All tile, drywall, and substrate removed. Full gut scenario.
Remove floor tile, vinyl, or existing flooring + adhesive.
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Wall Removal / Opening
Remove a non-load-bearing wall or open a doorway.
🔴 Significant addition — adds to overall scope
Step 4 · Framing
How complex is the framing work?
Select the tier that best matches your project. The more structural work involved, the higher the framing cost. Not sure? Pick the closest — our team confirms during the free consultation.
Low
Simple
No structural changes
Minor blocking for fixtures
No walls added or moved
💚 Lower framing cost
Mid
Moderate
Shower pan build
New soffit or ceiling detail
Door or window relocation
🟡 Mid-range framing cost
High
Complex
New partition walls
Room expansion
Structural modifications
🔴 Higher framing cost
Shampoo niches
Each niche adds to the framing and waterproofing scope. The more niches, the more labor involved.
Number of Shampoo Niches
0
Shower bench
A built-in shower bench adds framing scope. More complex cantilevered designs require additional structural support and add more to the cost than a standard floor-supported bench.
✓ No Bench
No shower bench needed.
💚 No added framing
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Regular Bench
Floor-supported built-in bench along the shower wall. Solid and straightforward to frame.
🟡 Moderate framing addition
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Cantilever Bench
Floating bench anchored to the wall with no floor support. Requires reinforced blocking and more precise framing.
🔴 Higher framing cost — structural support required
Step 5 · Plumbing
Tell us about the plumbing work.
Labor and rough materials. Use the counters to specify fixture counts — each fixture’s installation, supply lines, and drain connections are included.
Fixture counts
Sinks / Vanities
1
Toilets
1
Shower Connections
1
Tub Connections
0
Smart toilet?
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Yes — Smart Toilet
Bidet functions, heated seat, auto-flush. Requires a dedicated outlet — we’ll flag this for the electrical step.
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No — Standard Toilet
No outlet needed for the toilet itself.
Relocation & upgrades
Select all that apply
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Relocate Fixtures
Moving any fixture to a new location — drain lines, supply lines rerouted.
🔴 Each relocated fixture adds meaningful labor — involves rerouting drain and supply lines
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Multi-Function Shower System
Body sprays, rain head, handheld — extra supply lines required.
🟡 Adds extra rough-in lines — increases plumbing scope
✅ Vertical line upgrade always included — when working with permits, code requires upgrading vertical supply and drain lines. This is automatically factored into your estimate.
How many fixtures are being relocated?
Fixtures Relocated
1
Step 6 · Electrical
What electrical work is needed?
Labor and rough materials. We supply and install LED standard lights and the exhaust fan. Decorative fixtures like sconces and pendants are client-supplied — we do the rough-in and install.
✅ GFCI outlets always included — required by code in all bathrooms. Automatically factored in.
✅ Dedicated circuit added automatically if none exists — code requires a dedicated circuit for bathroom electrical. Included when needed.
⚡ Smart toilet outlet flagged. You selected a smart toilet in Step 5 — a dedicated outlet near the toilet is included automatically.
Exhaust fan — mandatory by code
🔴 Exhaust fan is required by California building code in all bathrooms without adequate natural ventilation. We supply and install a standard exhaust fan as part of every permitted remodel.
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Standard Exhaust Fan
We supply and install a code-compliant exhaust fan. Included in every remodel.
💚 Included — standard scope
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Fan + Light Combo
Exhaust fan with integrated light — single unit, cleaner ceiling look.
💚 Minor upgrade from standard
LED recessed lights — we supply & install
More lights means more wiring runs and more labor. The higher the count, the more it adds to the electrical scope.
LED Recessed Lights
0
LED Strip Lines
0
Client-supplied decorative fixtures — we install
You source the sconces, pendant lights, or specialty fixtures. We handle the rough-in wiring and installation. More fixtures = more labor.
Sconces / Pendants
0
Extra Outlets
0
Specialty electrical
Select all that apply
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In-Floor Radiant Heat
Electric heating mat under tile floor — wiring, thermostat, and mat install. Mat is client-supplied.
🟡 Moderate addition — wiring and thermostat labor
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Electric Towel Warmer
Wall-mounted heated towel bar. Client supplies unit — we do rough-in and connection.
💚 Minor addition — rough-in and connection
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Dimmer Switch
Dimmer control for vanity or ceiling lighting.
💚 Small addition to electrical scope
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Panel Upgrade
Upgrade breaker or subpanel if existing panel is at capacity — assessed during site visit.
🔴 Significant addition — only if panel is at capacity
Step 7 · Shower Pan & Tub
What’s going into the shower or tub area?
A custom tile shower requires a built shower pan with full waterproofing — cost increases with the size of the shower. Select what applies to your project.
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Custom Tile Shower Pan
Built mortar bed with full waterproofing system. Required for any custom tile shower floor. Includes all waterproofing labor and materials.
🟡 The bigger the shower, the higher the cost — size is the main factor
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Tub Installation (labor only)
Set and connect a new bathtub — alcove, drop-in, or freestanding. Client supplies tub.
💚 Installation labor included in finish phase
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Both — Tub + Separate Custom Shower
Master bath with a separate soaking tub and a tiled walk-in shower. Both installation scopes apply.
🔴 Higher scope — both tub and shower pan labor included
✓
Not Applicable
Half bath, powder room, or keeping the existing tub or shower structure as-is.
💚 No added waterproofing cost
Approximate shower size
The larger the shower, the more waterproofing material and labor is required. Give us a rough idea — our team measures precisely on site.
36sq ft
12 sq ft — small shower80 sq ft — large walk-in
Step 8 · Tile Installation
Tell us about your tile work.
Labor only — you supply the tile. Rates differ by layout complexity. We calculate walls and floor separately.
Wall tile layout
Standard Layout
Straight horizontal or vertical set. Common tile sizes (12×12 up to 24×24).
💚 Standard labor rate
Complex Layout
Herringbone, diagonal (45°), large format (24×48+), stacked offset, or mosaic.
🔴 Higher labor rate — more cuts, more time
Floor tile layout
Standard Layout
Straight set. Porcelain or ceramic in common sizes.
💚 Standard labor rate
Complex Layout
Diagonal, penny tile, mosaic, herringbone, or custom pattern.
🔴 Higher labor rate — intricate patterns take more time
Tile area — walls & floor
Wall Tile (sq ft)
80
Floor Tile (sq ft)
45
Step 9 · Drywall & Paint
What drywall and paint work is needed?
Select the scope that best matches your project — from simple patching to full reboard.
Drywall scope
Patch & Repair
Spot patches where fixtures or tile were removed. Small openings only — minimal drywall work.
💚 Lower cost — minimal scope
Partial Reboard
Replace drywall in 1–2 walls. New cement backer board in wet areas.
🟡 Mid-range — moderate scope increase
Full Reboard
All walls stripped and reboarded. Full gut remodel — everything comes off.
🔴 Higher cost — full scope, most comprehensive
Additional items
Select all that apply
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Soundproofing Insulation
Acoustic insulation inside walls for noise reduction between rooms.
🟡 Moderate cost addition
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Extra Moisture Barrier
Additional vapor barrier in walls beyond standard backer board.
💚 Minor cost addition
Step 10 · Finish Installations & Timeline
Final installations and project timing.
Installation labor for all finish items. Client supplies all finish materials — we install them.
Select all that apply
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Vanity & Sink Install
Set cabinet, mount sink, connect faucet (labor only).
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Toilet Install
Set and connect toilet, seat, shut-off valve.
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Shower Fixtures
Showerhead, handle, trim kit, glass door or enclosure.
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Mirror / Medicine Cabinet
Mount mirror or recessed medicine cabinet.
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Accessories
Towel bars, robe hooks, toilet paper holder, grab bars.
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Door & Hardware
Hang bathroom door, install hardware and threshold.
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Window Install
Install new or replacement window (labor only).
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Light Fixtures
Mount vanity light, exhaust fan, recessed fixtures.
When are you looking to start?
🔥 ASAP
Ready within 1 month.
📅 1–3 Months
Planning ahead, ready soon.
🗓️ 3–6 Months
Still in research phase.
⏰ Flexible
No rush, exploring options.
Step 11 · Your Estimate
Your Labor Cost Estimate
Built from your answers using real Los Angeles labor rates — broken down trade by trade.
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Estimated Labor & Rough Materials Range
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Labor & rough materials only. Finish materials (tile, vanity, fixtures, countertops, etc.) are not included — these are chosen with your designer and priced separately. City permit fees are also not included.
Total Labor & Rough Materials
Note: This is a ballpark based on your selections and current LA labor rates. Final pricing is determined after a free on-site visit where we assess actual conditions, existing plumbing layout, and structural details. We provide a detailed written estimate before any work begins — no surprises.
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