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Before
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A bathroom remodel in Boca Raton typically costs between $9,000 and $28,000, depending on the bathroom’s size, the scope of work, and the materials specified. Most full bathroom remodels in Boca Raton’s residential neighborhoods land somewhere between $14,000 and $20,000 when tile, fixtures, vanity, and plumbing rough-in are all part of the job. The high humidity and hard water conditions common in South Florida add one variable that mainland pricing guides rarely account for: substrate and waterproofing work tends to run heavier here than it does in drier climates.
Below, you’ll find a line-item cost table, a breakdown of what moves the number up or down, and answers to the questions Boca Raton homeowners ask us most often before they commit to a project.
Bathroom Remodel Cost Breakdown in Boca Raton (2026)
The table below reflects current Boca Raton market pricing. These are installed costs – labor and materials together – not material-only figures.
| Scope or Component | Typical Boca Raton Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Small bathroom remodel (half-bath or guest bath refresh) | $5,000 - $12,000 |
| Full bathroom remodel (primary or guest, standard scope) | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500 - $10,000 |
| Shower replacement (same footprint) | $3,000 - $8,500 |
| Bathroom vanity installation | $800 - $3,000 |
| Tile work (floor and/or walls, per project) | $1,800 - $6,500 |
| Plumbing rough-in and fixture swap | $900 - $3,500 |
| Exhaust fan, lighting, and electrical updates | $400 - $1,800 |
| Waterproofing membrane (Schluter or equivalent) | $600 - $1,500 |
A few things worth understanding about these ranges. The low end of a full bathroom remodel – around $9,000 – assumes an intact substrate, no layout changes, a prefabricated shower surround, and a stock vanity. The high end, closer to $28,000, reflects a primary bathroom gut-and-rebuild: custom tile throughout, a freestanding soaking tub, a frameless glass enclosure, Kohler or Toto fixtures, and a full waterproofing membrane installed over cement board. Most Boca Raton homeowners doing a genuine full remodel – not just swapping a vanity and painting – fall in the $14,000 to $20,000 window.
One cost that surprises people: in neighborhoods like Broken Sound, Boca Falls, and the older condo buildings along Federal Highway, we often find the original tile was set directly on drywall without a waterproof membrane beneath it. When that comes off, the wall surface below is almost always water-damaged. Replacing the substrate adds $800 to $2,000 to the job depending on extent, and it’s not optional – skipping it means the new tile fails within a few years. Under the Haven Standard, we document every substrate condition photographically before any new material goes in, so you’re not guessing at what we found behind the wall.
What Affects Bathroom Remodel Pricing in Boca Raton
- Bathroom size and layout complexity. A straightforward 5×8 guest bathroom is a different project than a 120-square-foot primary bath with a separate water closet, double vanity, and walk-in shower. More square footage means more tile, more labor hours, more material waste factored in, and usually more plumbing connections to manage.
- Moving or adding plumbing lines. Keeping fixtures in their existing locations is the single biggest cost-control decision a homeowner can make. Moving a drain even two feet requires cutting concrete slab – which is standard construction in most Boca Raton homes – and that work adds $1,500 to $4,000 to the project before any tile or fixture cost is counted. If the layout feels wrong, we talk through whether the functional gain justifies the structural cost before anyone signs anything.
- Tile selection and pattern complexity. A large-format porcelain tile set in a straight grid costs less to install than 2×2 mosaic set on the diagonal. The material cost difference is real, but the labor difference is larger: intricate patterns take more time to lay, more cuts at corners and niches, and more waste factored into the material order. In the Boca Raton market, tile alone ranges from $3 per square foot for entry-level porcelain to $25-plus for premium natural stone.
- Fixture grade and brand. A Kohler Memoirs toilet installed by our crew runs differently than a builder-grade fixture from a box store. The same is true for shower valves, faucets, and the frameless glass hardware on an enclosure. We source through fifty-plus vetted brands and pull real pricing before writing the quote, which is how the written number stays honest rather than inflated. Kohler and Toto are the two fixture lines we specify most often in Boca Raton because both have proven corrosion resistance in a salt-air environment.
- Waterproofing and moisture barriers. South Florida’s humidity is not theoretical. A bathroom that runs a hot shower daily in a climate where outdoor humidity averages 70-plus percent needs a real membrane system – either Schluter KERDI or a liquid-applied waterproofing over cement board – not just a vapor retarder behind drywall. We include a waterproofing line item in every shower quote because the alternative is a callback in 18 months. This is one area where Boca Raton costs run higher than national averages, and it’s not padding.
- Permit requirements in Boca Raton. The City of Boca Raton requires permits for work that involves structural changes, moving plumbing, or electrical panel modifications. Cosmetic work – replacing a vanity in the same location, swapping a toilet, retiling without moving fixtures – generally does not trigger a permit. When a permit is required, add $300 to $800 for the permit itself and factor in inspection scheduling, which can add a few days to the timeline. We pull the permits where required and include that cost in the written quote, not as a surprise line item at the end.
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The most effective cost-control decisions happen before the project starts, not during. Here’s what consistently makes a difference in the Boca Raton market.
Keep the footprint where it is
This is the highest-leverage decision. If the toilet, shower, and vanity stay in their current positions, you avoid slab cuts, rerouted drain lines, and the associated labor. Most homeowners who want a dramatically different-feeling bathroom can achieve it through tile, fixtures, and lighting changes alone – without moving a single drain. That distinction is worth $2,000 to $4,000 in most projects.
Be specific about what you want before you get a quote
Vague scopes produce vague numbers and change orders later. When you call (754) 254-8065 for a free estimate, it helps to have a sense of the tile you like, the fixture finish you prefer, and whether you want a tub or shower-only. The more specific the scope going into the quote, the tighter the written price is when you receive it. That’s not us asking for extra homework – it’s how Clause 1 of the Haven Standard works: the price is written before anyone starts, and specificity is what makes that number real.
Time the project with material lead times in mind
Special-order tile and custom vanities can add two to four weeks of lead time. If your schedule is flexible, choosing an in-stock tile line – which we can source through our vetted suppliers at better pricing than retail – compresses the timeline and sometimes reduces material cost by 15 to 20 percent. We’ll tell you which items are stock and which are special-order before the order is placed.
Consider a tub-to-shower conversion if the tub doesn’t get used
In Boca Raton, particularly in primary bathrooms in neighborhoods like Boca Del Mar and Woodfield Country Club, we see a lot of large soaking tubs that haven’t been filled in years. A Bathroom Remodel in Boca Raton that converts that space to a properly waterproofed walk-in shower often comes in at $3,500 to $10,000 – a meaningful savings compared to retiling and refinishing a tub surround you won’t use. The shower also tends to add more functional value on a resale appraisal in this market.
Get a second opinion on any written estimate you already have
If you’ve already collected a competitor’s quote, Rowan Construction Group will review it line by line at no charge. This is a standing offer – bring us the written estimate and we’ll show you where the numbers are reasonable, where they’re padded, and where something might be missing that will show up as a change order later. Call (754) 254-8065 to schedule that review.
Don’t defer moisture problems hoping they’ll stay contained
This is specific to South Florida. A slow leak around a shower pan or a failing caulk joint in a humid environment does not stay a slow leak. It migrates behind tile, into the subfloor, and in concrete-block construction – common in Boca Raton homes built before 1995 – it can reach the block itself. Catching it during a planned remodel costs a fraction of what it costs to address it after drywall, flooring, and cabinetry in adjacent rooms are affected. We document the substrate condition photographically on every job, so the scope of any moisture damage is visible before the repair cost is agreed.
FAQs – Bathroom Remodel Cost in Boca Raton
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Boca Raton, FL?
A bathroom remodel in Boca Raton costs between $9,000 and $28,000 for a full scope – tile, fixtures, vanity, waterproofing, and labor. Small bathroom refreshes or powder room updates start around $5,000. Primary bathrooms with custom tile, a walk-in shower, and premium fixtures land in the $18,000 to $28,000 range. The number depends most on whether plumbing moves, what tile and fixtures are specified, and the condition of the existing substrate. Call (754) 254-8065 for a free written estimate specific to your bathroom.
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Boca Raton?
Most full bathroom remodels in Boca Raton take 10 to 21 business days from demo to final walkthrough, assuming materials are in stock and no major substrate issues are discovered. Tile-heavy projects – large-format stone, niche work, floor-to-ceiling showers – add time on the installation end. Projects that require a City of Boca Raton permit and inspection add scheduling days that depend on the city’s current queue, typically 3 to 7 business days. We build a project timeline into every written scope so you know what to expect before work begins.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a shower in Boca Raton?
Shower replacement costs $3,000 to $8,500 in Boca Raton for a same-footprint job. Repair costs vary widely – a regrouting and recaulking job might run $400 to $900, but if the waterproofing membrane underneath has failed (which you can often identify by soft or hollow-sounding tiles), repair becomes replacement quickly. In South Florida’s climate, a failing membrane doesn’t self-correct. If the tile is more than 15 years old and you’re seeing grout cracking or soft spots underfoot, replacement is usually the more cost-effective path over a 5-year horizon. We assess the membrane condition as part of every free estimate.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Boca Raton?
Permits are required in Boca Raton for bathroom work that moves plumbing, adds or modifies electrical circuits, or changes the structure of the space. Like-for-like replacements – same-location vanity swap, toilet replacement, retiling without fixture relocation – generally do not require a permit. We determine permit requirements as part of the written scope, and where a permit is required, we pull it and include that cost in the flat price you receive before work starts. No surprise fees added after the fact.
What is the most expensive part of a bathroom remodel?
Labor and tile installation together typically make up 45 to 60 percent of a bathroom remodel budget in Boca Raton. Plumbing comes second if any lines are being moved. Custom glass enclosures and premium fixture packages can add $3,000 to $7,000 to a project on their own. The substrate work – cement board, waterproofing membrane, slab cuts for drain relocation – tends to be the cost that surprises people most because it isn’t visible in the finished product but is essential to the project performing correctly. A written scope from Rowan Construction Group itemizes each of these components so you can see exactly where the money goes before you agree to spend it.
Key Takeaways
- Full bathroom remodel in Boca Raton: $9,000 - $28,000 installed.
- Small bathroom or powder room refresh: $5,000 - $12,000.
- Walk-in shower installation: $4,500 - $12,000. Tub-to-shower conversion: $3,500 - $10,000.
- Moving plumbing adds $1,500 - $4,000 due to slab cuts; keeping fixtures in place is the single biggest cost-control lever.
- Waterproofing is not optional in South Florida’s climate – it’s a line item, not an upgrade.
- Permits are required for plumbing and electrical changes in Boca Raton; Rowan pulls them and includes the cost in the flat written price.
- Every project comes with a documented photo record, a signed change order before any scope changes proceed, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Get a Written Estimate for Your Boca Raton Bathroom Remodel
Grant Rowan and the team at Rowan Construction Group have been delivering written prices before any work starts since 2007 – across 4,000-plus projects, every one quoted flat, every change order signed before work proceeds. That discipline is what has kept project costs within a few percent of the agreed number across every job we’ve built, and it’s the foundation of the Haven Standard that backs our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
If you’re planning a bathroom remodel in Boca Raton – whether that’s a full gut-and-rebuild in a Boca Del Mar home or a walk-in shower conversion in a Broken Sound condo – the first step is a free written estimate that names the price in dollars before anyone picks up a tool. You can also bring us a competitor’s written quote and we’ll review it line by line at no charge, so you know exactly what you’re comparing.
Call (754) 254-8065 to schedule your free estimate. A live person answers. The estimate is written. The price doesn’t change without a signed change order. That’s how Rowan Construction Group has worked since the beginning, and it’s documented on every project we deliver.
For a full overview of everything our bathroom remodeling service covers in this market, visit our Bathroom Remodel in Boca Raton service page. And if you’d like to see how we approach other trades, our home page outlines every service we offer across the seven residential construction trades we cover.
Written by Grant Rowan, Owner at Rowan Construction Group, serving Boca Raton since 2007.
Pricing reflects the Boca Raton market as of 2026. Rowan Construction Group Boca Raton offers free estimates – call (754) 254-8065.
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