DIY bathroom renovation?
by Jeff on May.21, 2008, under Bath
mommyme asked:
My hubby and I need a new bathroom. The estimate to have someone do it is incredible. We were hoping to tackle some of it ourselves. Is this possible for a newbie? I know I will have to have someone do a little electrical(new can lights) and move a toilet and install tub. But the demo, new framing, new sheetrock etc. Any help would be appreciated
Mary Penrose
My hubby and I need a new bathroom. The estimate to have someone do it is incredible. We were hoping to tackle some of it ourselves. Is this possible for a newbie? I know I will have to have someone do a little electrical(new can lights) and move a toilet and install tub. But the demo, new framing, new sheetrock etc. Any help would be appreciated
Mary Penrose
3 comments for this entry:
May 22nd, 2008 on 4:00 pm
A new bathroom requires permits. As such, most of the work must be performed by a licensed contractor. You can do some stuff yourself (painting, flooring, tiling, etc.). But, all framing, plumbing, and electrical must be done by a professional. And, the drywall/hardybacker must be inspected before a surface (paint, tiles, etc.) is applied.
If you’re truly a newbie at DIY projects, I wouldn’t think there’s a whole lot you can do yourself. Most of the expensive stuff has to be done by a contractor.
Now, if you choose to do this project without permits, concider that when you go to sell the house, a good appraiser should consider that any unpermitted work on the house doesn’t exist, as far as the appraisal is concerned. That’s one reason for pulling permits for any job that requires them.
May 24th, 2008 on 10:31 pm
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