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Fast, Reliable Bathroom Remodeling Across Margate
Bathroom remodeling in Margate runs $9,000-$28,000 for a full renovation, with tub-to-shower conversions and walk-in shower installations starting around $3,500. Most of our Margate projects finish within a few percent of the written price we deliver before anyone picks up a tool. Call (754) 254-8065 to schedule your free estimate.
We dispatch crews to Margate from our South Florida coordination office, and we’ve spent the last several years working through the city’s 55+ communities and condominium associations along Rock Island Road and Royal Palm Boulevard. The housing stock here is specific - concrete block construction from the 1960s through 1980s, slab-on-grade plumbing, 30-inch doorways, and a building department that enforces Broward County’s shower pan flood test without exception. That specificity is why we keep a flatbed stocked with zero-threshold shower pans, 2×10 blocking, and Kohler and Toto fixture sets routed for Margate’s common rough-in dimensions. Our Bathroom Remodeling team knows the difference between a cosmetic refresh and a permitted drain re-rough, and we quote both honestly before work starts.
Why Rowan Construction Group Boca Raton Is Margate’s Preferred Bathroom Remodeling Company
We’ve delivered bathroom remodels across Margate’s retirement communities, from the villa courts off Royal Palm Boulevard to the mid-rise condos near Margate Boulevard and State Road 7. Our crews are background-checked and uniformed; a live person answers our phones 24/7. Every visit produces a documented photo record, included as standard - not an upgrade.
Our reputation in Margate is built on documentation, not promises. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is printed on every page, backed by a terms page, not an asterisk. Under Clause 1 of The Haven Standard, the price is written before anyone starts. Under Clause 4, no change proceeds without a signed change order - the administrative discipline Haven acquired Rowan for in 2007, and the reason our projects finish within a few percent of the number the customer agreed to across 4,000-plus jobs.
We offer a Free Second Opinion on any written estimate from another contractor. Bring us a competitor’s quote and we’ll review it line by line at no charge. Response time to Margate is typically same-week for estimates, with crews scheduled once the written scope and flat price are signed.
Our Bathroom Remodeling Services in Margate

Full Bathroom Remodeling
A full bathroom remodel in Margate means working within the footprint of a 5×8 or 6×9 room built during the retirement-community boom, with 2×4 walls and cast-iron or ABS drains set in slab. We strip to studs, assess the CBS substrate for moisture intrusion - common in 1970s-era construction where original waterproofing has failed - and rebuild with current Florida Building Code compliance. For seasonal residents in Margate’s 55+ communities, we spec low-maintenance finishes: large-format porcelain that reduces grout maintenance, frameless glass with minimal hardware, and single-handle valve sets that simplify operation. The written quote separates structural work from finish allowances so you know where every dollar lands.

Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling
Walk-in shower installation in Margate’s condo stock demands precision. The original 30-inch doorways common along Rock Island Road won’t accept a prefabricated shower surround without demolition of the non-load-bearing partition. We open the wall, hit 36-inch clear width, and add blocking behind the CBS for grab bars - two rows of 2×10, not toggle bolts in drywall. The zero-threshold pan must still pass Broward’s shower pan flood test, which means proper pre-slope and membrane installation even on slab-on-grade. We source Kohler and Toto valve sets with scald-guard protection, and we document the flood test with photos for the customer’s record and the building department’s file.

Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Tub-to-shower conversion is our most requested aging-in-place service in Margate, and it’s where most permit violations happen. The drain re-rough and waterproofing layer trigger a permit in Broward County - not optional, not cosmetic. We pull the permit, schedule inspection, and pass the flood test before tile touches the pan. A recent job at a 55+ villa off Royal Palm Boulevard illustrates the scope: we demoed the original 1970s cast-iron tub, sistered the subfloor where the old drain had rotted, added two rows of 2×10 blocking for future grab bars, and set a zero-threshold pan with slip-rated 24×24 porcelain tile. The frameless glass enclosure and Kohler grab bars were on the punch list, and the whole job closed out inside the original bathroom footprint - no load-bearing changes, no wall relocation. Price range for this work in Margate: $3,500-$10,000.

Vanities, Tile & Fixtures
Vanity installation in Margate’s older bathrooms often reveals out-of-level floors and walls that aren’t square - standard for 1960s-1980s CBS construction. We shim and scribe to fit, never caulk-and-hide. For tile, we stock Belgard and Techo-Bloc paver-adjacent porcelain lines that perform in high-humidity environments, and we specify membrane systems (NobleSeal or equivalent) that exceed TCNA guidelines. Fixture allowances are itemized in the written quote: Kohler, Toto, or equivalent brands, with model numbers you can cross-reference before signing. No “allowance for fixtures” without a dollar figure attached.

What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
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We maintain sourcing depth across fifty-plus vetted brands, which lets us quote honest numbers rather than inflated ones. For Margate bathroom remodels, we regularly specify Kohler and Toto fixtures for their parts availability in South Florida; Cambria and Caesarstone for vanity tops; and KraftMaid or Wellborn cabinetry where the project includes storage reconfiguration. We stock common rough-in parts locally, so a valve replacement or drain repair doesn’t wait on freight. Our relationships with these manufacturers mean warranty claims are processed through our office, not left to the homeowner to navigate.
Common Bathroom Remodeling Problems We See in Margate Homes

- Failed shower pan membranes on slab-on-grade CBS condos. Original 1970s-1980s construction used hot-mop or early PVC membranes that crack under thermal cycling. We remove to slab, install a bonded pre-slope and flood-tested membrane, and document the test with photos - because Broward inspectors will ask, and the downstairs neighbor’s ceiling depends on it.
- Grab bars mounted to drywall with toggle bolts, not blocking. In Margate’s 55+ communities, “handyman specials” are common. We open the wall, add 2×10 blocking anchored to the CBS, and mount bars that will hold a 250-pound pull. The blocking is specified in the written scope, not hidden in fine print.
- Glass enclosures ordered before doorway clear width is confirmed. A 36-inch frameless panel won’t fit through a 30-inch door. We measure twice, confirm the opening, and spec enclosures that assemble inside the room or order custom sizing. No surprises, no returns.
- Unpermitted drain re-roughs discovered at resale or recertification. With Margate’s condominium associations now facing 40/50-year structural recertification under Broward County’s mandatory program, unpermitted bathroom work is a liability. We pull permits for every drain modification, pass inspection, and deliver signed-off documentation as part of the project closeout.
Pricing for Bathroom Remodeling in Margate, FL
Every project is quoted with a flat written price and written scope before work begins. No “call for a quote” - Clause 1 of The Haven Standard requires the number in writing. Below are the ranges we see in Margate’s market, calibrated to local labor rates, permit fees, and the specific conditions of 1965-1990 CBS construction.
| Service | Price Range in Margate |
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| Bathroom Remodel (full) | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000 - $12,000 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,500 - $10,000 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,000 - $8,500 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $800 - $3,000 |
What drives the range? Three factors: whether the drain stays or moves (moving a drain on slab adds $1,500-$3,500); whether walls open for blocking and doorway widening; and finish selections - a Kohler Purist valve set costs more than a builder-grade alternative, and we quote both with model numbers. Every quote includes a written allowance schedule with brand names and dollar figures. Changes are handled by signed change order, no exceptions. Call (754) 254-8065 for your free estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Margate

Our crews work throughout western Broward County, including Bathroom Remodeling in Margate and neighboring Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, and Deerfield Beach. Each city’s building department has its own inspection rhythm and common housing stock; we adjust our scopes and permit timelines accordingly.
Serving Margate, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Margate area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs - Bathroom Remodeling in Margate

Yes. In Broward County, any tub-to-shower conversion that involves drain re-roughing, valve relocation, or waterproofing membrane replacement requires a permit and passed inspection. We pull the permit, schedule the flood test, and deliver signed-off documentation as part of project closeout. Call (754) 254-8065 to schedule your free estimate - we’ll walk you through the permit timeline for your specific association.
Yes. Most Margate condos along Rock Island Road and Royal Palm Boulevard were built with 2×4 non-load-bearing partition walls that can be opened to achieve 36-inch clear doorway width without structural engineering. We add blocking to the CBS walls for grab bars, set a zero-threshold pan within the original footprint, and select fixtures sized for the space. The written quote specifies what stays in place and what moves. Call (754) 254-8065 for a measured assessment of your specific unit.
Your written quote includes line-item allowances for fixtures, tile, and cabinetry with brand names and dollar figures attached. If you select above allowance, the difference is quoted in a signed change order before the order is placed. If below, the credit is applied to the final invoice. Under The Haven Standard, no work proceeds on a change until the change order is signed - the discipline that has kept our projects within a few percent of the agreed price since 2007. Call (754) 254-8065 to review a sample quote format.
A full bathroom remodel in Margate costs $9,000-$28,000; a small bathroom runs $5,000-$12,000. The range is driven by drain relocation on slab, wall opening for doorway widening and blocking, and finish selections. We quote each factor separately so you can adjust. Estimates are free and include a written scope. Call (754) 254-8065 to schedule yours.
We can often match or coordinate with existing tile, though 1970s-1980s production runs are discontinued. We maintain relationships with salvage suppliers and can source close matches, or we quote a transition detail that blends old and new. The written quote specifies the match strategy and includes a mock-up for approval before full installation. Call (754) 254-8065 to bring a sample to your estimate appointment.
Written by Grant Rowan, Owner at Rowan Construction Group, serving Margate and South Florida since 2007.







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