Bathroom Design & Remodeling in San Diego
Custom bathroom design and full remodels across San Diego County, waterproofed, permitted, and built right. Fixed-bid pricing, one point of contact, and a licensed crew that treats your home like its own.
- Licensed CSLB #1004363
- Fixed written pricing
- Owner-led since 2014
- Workmanship warranty
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CSLB #1004363
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Across San Diego County
Owner-led, fixed-bid
A bathroom remodel is one of the highest-return projects you can do to a San Diego home, but it is also one of the easiest to get wrong. Behind every beautiful vanity and walk-in shower sits plumbing, waterproofing, and ventilation that either protect your home for decades or fail in a few years. San Diego Custom Home, Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling has built and rebuilt bathrooms across the county since 2014, from compact guest baths in Clairemont to spa-style primary suites in coastal La Jolla. Owner we personally manage every project, so you get one point of contact, a fixed-bid price, and work that meets City and County code. Licensed (CSLB #1004363), bonded, and insured – we build bathrooms that look custom and last.
What a Bathroom Remodel Includes
A true bathroom remodel is far more than new tile and a fresh vanity. Done correctly, it touches nearly every system in the room, and the parts you cannot see are the ones that determine whether the finished space lasts. When we remodel a San Diego bathroom, the scope typically includes:
- Demolition & protection: safe removal of old finishes, with dust control and floor protection through the rest of your home.
- Plumbing: relocating or replacing supply and drain lines, updating shut-offs, and bringing older-home plumbing up to current code.
- Electrical & ventilation: GFCI protection, dedicated circuits, code-compliant exhaust fans, and lighting that actually works for a bathroom.
- Waterproofing: the membranes, pans, and backer systems that keep water out of your framing and subfloor.
- Tile, finishes & fixtures: showers, tubs, vanities, flooring, glass, and hardware installed to last.
Because we cover the full scope under one fixed bid, there is no finger-pointing between trades and no surprise add-ons mid-project. One contractor, one plan, one accountable point of contact.
Our Bathroom Remodeling Process
A bathroom remodel goes smoothly when the planning is done before the demo starts. Our process is built to remove guesswork and keep your project on schedule:
- Walkthrough & fixed bid: our team visits your home, measures the space, listens to your goals, and reviews the existing plumbing and condition. You receive a detailed, fixed-bid price, not a vague ballpark.
- Design & material selection: we help you choose layout, tile, fixtures, vanities, and glass that fit your style and budget, and lock in selections before work begins.
- Permitting: when the scope requires it, we pull City of San Diego or County permits and coordinate inspections so the work is legal and documented.
- Build & waterproofing: demolition, rough plumbing and electrical, waterproofing, tile, and finish work, all managed by one crew with clear milestones.
- Final walkthrough: we review every detail with you, address any punch-list items, and hand over a finished bathroom built to last.
Throughout the project you deal with one point of contact, so you always know who to call and what comes next.
Showers, Tubs, Vanities & Materials
The fixtures and materials you choose set the look of your bathroom, but how they are installed determines how long that look survives San Diego’s climate. We build with both in mind.
Walk-in & curbless showers. Frameless glass enclosures, custom-tiled walls, niches, benches, and linear drains. Curbless designs are popular for a modern look and double as accessible, aging-in-place features.
Tubs. From freestanding soaking tubs in primary suites to durable, family-friendly tub-shower combinations in guest and hall baths.
Vanities & storage. Stock, semi-custom, or fully custom cabinets paired with quartz, porcelain, or natural-stone tops. For built-to-fit storage that maximizes every inch, see our custom cabinets work.
Tile & surfaces. Porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone, set over proper waterproofing. In coastal homes, salt air and humidity are hard on cheap hardware and finishes, so we steer clients toward corrosion-resistant fixtures and sealed surfaces that hold up near the water.
What a Bathroom Remodel Costs in San Diego
Bathroom remodel pricing in San Diego depends on size, layout changes, material grade, and the condition of the existing plumbing, older homes often need updates behind the walls that newer ones do not. The ranges below are typical ranges, exact price is a fixed bid after a walkthrough, not an automatic quote:
- Guest or hall bathroom: roughly $15,000 – $30,000 for a full remodel with quality, mid-range finishes and the same footprint.
- Primary suite bathroom: roughly $30,000 – $60,000, reflecting larger square footage, a separate shower and tub, double vanities, and upgraded materials.
- High-end or fully reconfigured: $60,000 and up for moved walls, relocated plumbing, custom cabinetry, premium stone, and luxury fixtures.
Layout changes, plumbing relocation, and structural work add cost, while keeping the existing footprint keeps it down. After our team walks your space, you get one clear, fixed-bid number, so there are no surprise charges once the work begins.
Why San Diego Homeowners Choose Us
- Fully licensed: CSLB #1004363, bonded and insured. You are working with a legitimate, accountable California contractor, not an unlicensed handyman.
- One point of contact: owner we manage your project personally, so you always know who is responsible and what happens next.
- Fixed-bid pricing: a clear, detailed price after a walkthrough, with no vague estimates or surprise charges mid-project.
- Local since 2014: 10-plus years remodeling San Diego homes, with the waterproofing, permitting, and coastal-climate experience to build bathrooms that last. Whole-home project? See our whole-house renovation services.
The difference is in the contract
| What matters | San Diego Custom Remodeling | Typical contractor |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed written bid before any work starts | Always | Often vague or hourly |
| One accountable team, never subcontracted out | Yes | Frequently subbed |
| Licensed, bonded & insured (CSLB #1004363) | Yes | Not always |
| Permits pulled and inspections coordinated | Every job | Sometimes skipped |
| Written workmanship warranty | Yes | Rarely |
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One written price. No surprise change orders.
After we walk your space, you get a single itemized bid for the agreed scope. If it is not in the contract, you do not pay for it. Every project is backed by a written workmanship warranty and the work of a licensed, bonded, and insured San Diego team.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in San Diego?
Most full bathroom remodels in San Diego run from about $15,000 for a guest or hall bath with mid-range finishes to $30,000 – $60,000 for a primary suite, and $60,000 and up for high-end or fully reconfigured spaces. The biggest cost drivers are size, material grade, plumbing relocation, and the condition of older-home plumbing. These are typical ranges, your exact price is a fixed bid after our team walks the space, so there are no surprises once work begins.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A straightforward guest or hall bathroom remodel typically takes about 3 to 5 weeks of active work. A larger primary suite, or any project that moves walls or relocates plumbing, usually runs 5 to 8 weeks or more. Timelines also depend on permit and inspection scheduling and on material lead times, which is why we lock in your selections before demolition begins. We give you a realistic schedule with your fixed bid and keep you updated through one point of contact.
Do I need a permit to remodel my bathroom?
It depends on the scope. Simply replacing a vanity or retiling in the same footprint often does not require a permit, but moving plumbing or electrical, relocating fixtures, or altering walls generally does. In San Diego, that means pulling permits through the City or County and passing inspections. We handle the permitting and inspection coordination when your project requires it, so the work is legal, documented, and safe to sell or insure later.
Should I install a walk-in shower or keep a tub?
It depends on how you use the space and your long-term plans. Walk-in and curbless showers give a modern, open look, are easier to clean, and double as accessible, aging-in-place features. Keeping at least one tub in the home is often smart for resale and for families with young children. Many San Diego homeowners convert a primary bath to a large walk-in shower while keeping a tub in a guest or hall bathroom. During your walkthrough, our team will help you weigh comfort, resale, and budget.
How do you make sure a bathroom is properly waterproofed?
Waterproofing is what separates a bathroom that lasts from one that rots out behind the tile. We install proper shower pans, waterproof membranes, and the correct backer systems before any tile goes up, and we make sure ventilation is sized to clear humidity, which matters even more in San Diego’s coastal, salt-air zones. Cutting corners here is the most common reason bathrooms fail early, so it is one area we never rush. It is also why hiring a licensed, insured contractor matters.
Can you build an accessible or aging-in-place bathroom?
Yes. We regularly build bathrooms designed for safety and long-term independence, including curbless walk-in showers, properly blocked walls for grab bars, comfort-height toilets, slip-resistant flooring, wider doorways, and accessible vanities. These features can be designed to look clean and modern rather than clinical, so the bathroom is comfortable now and ready for the future. If aging in place is a goal, tell our team at the walkthrough and we will design the layout around it.