What You Should Be Wary Of When Engaging In Bathroom Renovations

In most average homes, the bathroom is typically one of the smallest rooms in the residence. As such, you will find some homeowners tend to take for granted the cost of bathroom renovations. Nevertheless, not being aware of how best to carry out the renovations can lead to exorbitant costs once the makeover is done. This is why it is crucial to be familiar with where to spend your money and where you should be frugal. Some items may seem affordable to install at face value, but their installation process may end up costing an arm and a leg. The following are some of the things that you should be wary of when engaging in bathroom renovations.

Waterproofing in your bathroom

No matter what the design of your bathroom is, waterproofing is an essential aspect. Overlooking the cost of waterproofing or neglecting to waterproof it can lead to extensive water damage, which could, in turn, lead to unforeseen costs that you could have avoided. So what are some of the things you need to keep in mind when it comes to your bathroom's waterproofing? If you are renovating an old bathroom, it would be best to have the contractors strip the flooring so they can inspect for any rotting materials on the substrate. It is not uncommon to find the waterproofing in older bathrooms has worn out over time. Therefore, this would be an area where you should invest money in rather than ignore it.

On the other hand, if you have a new bathroom but are looking to change to a frameless shower, then you may still require new waterproofing. This is to ensure that the new shower design does not cause any leaks down the road.

Electrical wiring in your bathroom

Another aspect that homeowners may overlook is the circuitry in their bathroom. If you have an old bathroom, it is highly likely that the original circuitry may not be sufficient to meet your renovated bathroom's needs. If you are looking to install new sources of lighting such as task lighting or ambient lighting, they may overload the older circuitry. Modern bathrooms will also have appliances that will require electricity such as ventilations systems, in-floor heating, and even towel heaters.

It would be prudent to consult with the contractors on whether you need to also renovate the electrical wiring. You can then make an informed decision about the costs of the new wiring or if you would rather forego installing additional lighting sources and electrical appliances in the bathroom.