Bathroom Remodeling in South Florida
Henry Remodeling provides bathroom remodeling services across Palm Beach and Broward County — demo, waterproofing, new tile, vanity, shower or tub work, and finish trim. Licensed contractors handle plumbing and electrical work where required.
What Bathroom Remodeling Includes
Every scope is backed by a written line-item estimate. Henry Remodeling provides remodeling labor and services. Permit-required work is performed by licensed contractors where required. You approve before we schedule.
- Full demo of tile, fixtures, vanity, and tub or shower
- Waterproofing of all wet areas (Schluter Kerdi or mortar-bed)
- New tile installation — floor, walls, shower, accent
- Vanity, countertop, mirror, and lighting
- Shower or tub installation coordinated by licensed contractors
- GFCI, exhaust fan, and lighting coordinated by licensed contractors
- Trim, caulk, and final punch-out
Types of Bathroom Remodeling
Guest Bath Remodel
Smaller footprint, faster timeline. Typically 7–10 business days. Common scopes: tub-to-shower, new vanity, and tile.
Master Bath Gut Remodel
Full demo and rebuild. Custom tile, frameless glass, floating vanity, plumbing and electrical coordinated by licensed contractors. 12–18 business days.
Accessible / Walk-In Conversion
Curbless entry, grab-bar blocking, and linear drain for aging-in-place or ADA-compatible design.
Cosmetic Update
New vanity, lighting, and fixtures without full demo — when tile is well-bonded and the pan is sound.
Benefits of Bathroom Remodeling
Stops Water Damage Before It Starts
The #1 cause of bathroom water damage in South Florida is failed waterproofing. We flood-test every shower pan before tile. If it holds 24 hours, we proceed.
One Point of Contact — Trade Coordination Handled for You
Plumbing and electrical are performed by licensed contractors where required. One written estimate, one point of contact.
Written Schedule Before Demo Starts
You’ll know exactly how many business days the project takes before a single tile comes off the wall.
Permit-Required Work Protects Resale Value
South Florida buyers and lenders flag unpermitted bathroom work. All plumbing and electrical scopes are permitted through the local municipality.
Increased Home Value
A mid-range bathroom remodel in South Florida returns 60–70% of cost at resale. Master bath upgrades are among the highest-ROI projects in the Palm Beach County market.
When You Need Bathroom Remodeling
- Your shower pan is leaking — water stains on the ceiling below or soft spots in the subfloor
- Grout is permanently stained, cracking, or missing in wet areas
- Tile is hollow-sounding, lifting, or showing lippage at joints
- The exhaust fan doesn’t work or there’s no GFCI at the vanity — both are permit violations in South Florida
- You’re preparing to sell and the bathroom is the most dated room in the house
- The layout no longer works — single sink in a master bath used by two people, unused tub taking up floor space
The Transformation
Every project starts with a real problem and ends with a measurable result.
Before
The master bath has 1980s pastel tile, a cramped shower with a fiberglass pan that leaks at the curb, and a drop-in vanity with a single-knob faucet. No GFCI at the vanity.
After
Full gut. 12×24 large-format porcelain floor and shower walls. Frameless glass enclosure measured post-tile. New floating vanity with quartz top. Plumbing and electrical coordinated by licensed contractors with permits.
What Sets Us Apart
Written Estimates
Itemized, line-by-line. You approve scope and price before we schedule.
Permit-Required Work
Permit-required plumbing and electrical work is performed by licensed contractors before rough-in.
One Point of Contact
Permit-required plumbing and electrical is performed by licensed contractors where required.
Clean Job Site
Daily cleanup, floors protected, dust barriers in occupied areas.
Written Schedule
Timeline provided before demo starts. Changes communicated immediately.
Our Bathroom Remodeling Process
- Free On-Site Estimate We walk the space, measure, and produce a written line-item estimate.
- Permit Application Permit-required plumbing and electrical work is coordinated before scheduling.
- Demo Tile, vanity, fixtures removed. Subfloor and walls inspected for water damage.
- Rough-In Licensed contractors complete rough-in per permit requirements before tile installation begins.
- Waterproofing Schluter Kerdi membrane or mortar-bed applied and flood-tested for 24 hours.
- Tile & Fixtures Floor and wall tile installed. Vanity, countertop, mirror, lighting, and shower fixtures installed after tile.
- Final Walkthrough We walk the finished space with you. Anything not matching the written scope gets addressed before close-out.
Common Problems We Solve
Shower pan leaking into the floor below
Full pan demo, subfloor inspection, mortar bed or Schluter foam base, waterproof membrane, flood test before tile. We document the failure with photos.
Tile grout cracking in the shower corners
Corners are movement joints — they need caulk, not grout. We caulk all inside corners with color-matched silicone.
GFCI missing at vanity — flagged on home inspection
Licensed electrician installs GFCI-protected outlets. Permitted and inspected. Resolves the inspection flag before listing.
Contractor replaced tile but didn’t waterproof
We demo the failed tile, inspect the substrate for moisture damage, re-waterproof, and retile. Flood-tested before close-up.
What Can Go Wrong — Bathroom Remodeling
Real-job failure patterns specific to Bathroom Remodeling in South Florida — climate, code, HOA, and substrate issues that surface on actual jobsites.
Waterproofing Failure Behind Tile
Installers skip or thin-out Schluter Kerdi or RedGard on shower walls. In South Florida’s humidity, moisture breaches the grout within 6–18 months, causing mold in the wall cavity. Remediation costs $3,000–$8,000 on top of retiling.
Substrate Rot from Pre-Existing Moisture
Demo reveals wet, rotted cement board or subfloor that wasn’t caught before tile was ordered. This adds 1–3 days and $800–$2,400 in unplanned material and labor.
HOA Rejection After Work Starts
In Boca Raton and Palm Beach Gardens condo buildings, HOA boards require pre-approval of tile samples, finishes, and contractor credentials. Work stopped mid-demo because approvals were skipped is a $1,500–$4,000 restart penalty.
Tile Layout Misalignment
Large-format tiles (24×24, 32×32) installed without a dry-lay confirm show lippage at corners. Rework in a tiled wet area means full demo of affected sections — not just the bad tiles.
Plumbing Rough-In at Wrong Height
Valve rough-ins positioned for a standard alcove tub fail to clear the new freestanding tub or walk-in shower threshold. Rough-in relocation adds $600–$1,800 and a reinspection cycle.
GFCI Circuit Overload
Older Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach homes run bathroom lighting and outlets on a single 15A circuit. Adding a towel warmer, LED mirror, and exhaust fan trips the breaker; panel upgrade required, $900–$2,200.
Timeline Reality — Bathroom Remodeling
Best Case
5–7 days
Scope confirmed. Permit in hand. Material on-site. No hidden conditions. Crew available.
Typical
10–14 days
Standard South Florida project with permitting, material lead time, and minor field conditions.
Delayed
3–5 weeks
HOA approval cycle, special-order material, permit backlog, or discovered substrate issues.
What Causes Delays in South Florida
- Permit Pull: City of Boca Raton: 10–18 business days. Boynton Beach: 5–8 days. Fort Lauderdale Building Services: 15–25 days. Permit-required work cannot begin until issued.
- Tile Lead Time: Special-order large-format tile from suppliers in Deerfield Beach or Pompano Beach typically ships in 7–21 days. Standard in-stock tile: 2–3 days.
- HOA Approval Cycle: Gated communities in Boca West, PGA National, Admirals Cove: board meetings bi-weekly. Approval adds 2–4 weeks minimum before demo can start.
- Moisture Remediation: Discovered mid-project; adds 3–7 days for drying and treatment before substrates can be installed.
What Affects the Cost of Bathroom Remodeling
Scope: cosmetic vs. full renovation services
Replacing the vanity and lighting runs $1,500–$3,500. A complete bathroom remodel with new pan, tile, glass, and vanity starts at $8,000 for a guest bath and $14,000 for a master bath.
Tile format and material
Standard 4×4 ceramic is $3–$6/sq ft installed. Rectified porcelain runs $6–$11. Large-format 24×48 adds handling complexity — $11–$18/sq ft.
Glass enclosure type
Frameless 3/8″ glass: $1,400–$2,800. Semi-frameless: $800–$1,400. Framed: $400–$700. Frameless is measured post-tile.
Plumbing relocation
Moving a drain or adding a body spray adds $800–$2,500 to plumbing costs and requires a permit.
Water damage found during demo
Rotted subfloor or mold behind tile requires remediation before rebuilding. We photograph everything and get written approval before adding to scope.
Real Project Scenarios — Bathroom Remodeling
Representative Bathroom Remodeling projects completed by Henry Remodeling across South Florida — real scope, real timelines, real challenges.
Full Bathroom Remodeling — Boca Raton, Florida
Client Profile: Retirees, seasonal residents, investors
Key Challenge: High humidity + salt air → mold + corrosion — HOA delays, moisture issues, high finish expectations
Location Context: City of Boca Raton Building Division
Investment Range: $8,000–$35,000+ | Timeline: 10–14 days
Bathroom Remodeling with HOA coordination — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Client Profile: Investors, developers
Key Challenge: Zoning + HOA mix — Flood risk, permitting delays
Location Context: Las Olas premium
Investment Range: $8,000–$35,000+ | Timeline: 10–14 days
Family home Bathroom Remodeling — Coral Springs, Florida
Client Profile: Families, move-up buyers
Key Challenge: Sandy/limestone base → minor settling — Heavy rain → water intrusion
Location Context: Ramblewood 33071 older homes (settlement cracks)
Investment Range: $8,000+ | Timeline: 5–7 days
Coastal Bathroom Remodeling — Lantana, Florida
Client Profile: Retirees
Key Challenge: Salt air — Condo HOAs
Location Context: Salt damage
Investment Range: $8,000–$35,000+ | Timeline: 3–5 weeks
Difficulty Factors — Bathroom Remodeling
What makes Bathroom Remodeling harder in South Florida than in most other US markets.
- Wet Area Waterproofing:
South Florida’s humidity makes waterproofing failures accelerate faster than dry climates. Requires licensed, experienced installers — not handymen. - Large-Format Tile Flatness:
32×32 and 48×48 panels require laser-leveled floors and lippage control. Any deviation in the subfloor shows immediately. - Condo Structural Limits:
Older concrete-slab condos in Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, and West Palm Beach can’t accept additional floor load without engineering sign-off. - Salt Air Corrosion:
Coastal properties in Jupiter, Boca Raton, and Pompano Beach require marine-grade hardware throughout — standard chrome fixtures pit within 2 years. - Fixture Clearance Codes:
Florida Building Code requires specific clearances around toilets, showers, and vanities. Non-compliant layouts fail inspection regardless of finish quality.
Who Needs Bathroom Remodeling
Retirees & Seasonal Residents in Boca Raton and Palm Beach Gardens
Aging-in-place bathroom upgrades: walk-in showers replacing tubs, grab bars, comfort-height vanities. High finish expectations, HOA-governed buildings, budget typically $15,000–$35,000.
Investors & Landlords in Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach
Turnover remodels between tenants — waterproof tile, easy-clean surfaces, durable fixtures. Budget-focused: $8,000–$15,000. Fast turnaround priority.
Move-Up Buyers in Coral Springs and Pembroke Pines
Families buying older homes (1980s–2000s) that need full bathroom refresh. Primary bath plus guest bath often done simultaneously. $12,000–$22,000 range.
Condo Flippers in Fort Lauderdale and Delray Beach
Pre-sale renovations targeting luxury buyers. High-end finishes, freestanding tubs, frameless glass. $20,000–$40,000+ budgets, tight timelines before listing.
Materials & Methods — Bathroom Remodeling
Tile — Rectified Porcelain (12×12 to 24×24)
$6–$11/sq ft installed. Dense, dimensionally consistent, water-resistant. Recommended for South Florida slab-on-grade bathrooms.
Tile — Large-Format (24×48, 32×32)
$11–$18/sq ft installed. Fewer grout lines, spa-like appearance. Requires a very flat substrate.
Waterproofing — Schluter Kerdi vs. Mortar Bed
Kerdi sheet membrane is faster and consistent. Traditional mortar bed is preferred for linear drain applications with complex slopes.
Vanity — Stock vs. Semi-Custom vs. Floating
Stock vanities: $300–$900 installed. Semi-custom: $1,200–$3,500. Floating requires 2×6 blocking between studs installed during rough-in.
Glass Enclosure
Frameless 3/8″: measured post-tile, 2–3 week lead time. Semi-frameless: quicker turnaround. Frameless is the standard for demolition and renovation services coordinated with licensed contractorss.
Cost of Bathroom Remodeling in South Florida
Bathroom remodels in Palm Beach and Broward County vary significantly based on scope, tile selection, and whether plumbing or electrical is relocated.
Palm Beach & Broward County pricing as of 2026. Written estimate before work begins.
Past Projects
Master Bath Remodel — Boca Raton 33432
Full gut. 60 sq ft. 12×24 porcelain floor and shower walls. Frameless bypass glass. New floating 60″ double vanity with quartz top. Licensed plumbing and electrical. 15-day project. Total: $21,400.
Guest Bath Conversion — Boynton Beach 33426
Tub-to-shower. 4×12 subway tile walls and 2×2 mosaic floor. Vanity replacement. New exhaust fan and GFCI. 9-day project. Total: $8,200.
Master Bath Gut — Delray Beach 33444
Full gut. Walk-in shower with 24×12 large-format tile. Frameless glass. New vanity, mirror, lighting. 16-day project. Total: $18,600.
Cities We Serve
Henry Remodeling serves homeowners, investors, and condo owners across South Florida for Bathroom Remodeling. Each market has distinct permit requirements, HOA constraints, and climate conditions that shape every project.
Boca Raton, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Retirees, seasonal residents, investors | Real estate: High home values justify full remodels
Climate factors: High humidity + salt air → mold + corrosion. Sandy soil → minor shifting → hairline cracks.
Permit: City of Boca Raton Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Strong HOA + condo board control
Neighborhoods we work in: East Boca 33432 luxury coastal homes (salt air → corrosion issues). HOA delays, moisture issues, high finish expectations.
Boynton Beach, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Landlords, mid-income homeowners | Real estate: Mix of rentals and flips
Climate factors: Humidity + storms → repaint cycles. Sandy soil, drainage issues.
Permit: City of Boynton Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: HOAs in newer builds
Neighborhoods we work in: Leisureville 33426 older homes (aging drywall/electrical). Moisture damage, budget limits.
Coral Springs, Florida — Broward County
Who hires: Families, move-up buyers | Real estate: Stable mid-upper housing
Climate factors: Heavy rain → water intrusion. Sandy/limestone base → minor settling.
Permit: City of Coral Springs Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: HOA-heavy
Neighborhoods we work in: Ramblewood 33071 older homes (settlement cracks). Aging homes, HOA limits.
Deerfield Beach, Florida — Broward County
Who hires: Retirees, landlords | Real estate: Condos + rentals dominate
Climate factors: Salt air + humidity. Sandy soil, coastal exposure.
Permit: City of Deerfield Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Condo restrictions strong
Neighborhoods we work in: The Cove 33441 coastal homes (salt damage). Salt damage, HOA delays.
Delray Beach, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Investors, affluent buyers | Real estate: Strong flip market
Climate factors: Humidity, storm exposure. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Delray Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Historic + HOA constraints
Neighborhoods we work in: Lake Ida 33444 older homes (full remodels). Permit delays, high costs.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida — Broward County
Who hires: Investors, developers | Real estate: Wide price range
Climate factors: Flooding + humidity. Sandy soil, flood zones.
Permit: City of Fort Lauderdale Building Services Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Zoning + HOA mix
Neighborhoods we work in: Las Olas 33301 luxury (high-end finishes). Flood risk, permitting delays.
Greenacres, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Budget homeowners | Real estate: Lower-cost housing
Climate factors: Humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Greenacres Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: HOAs in some areas
Neighborhoods we work in: Buttonwood 33463 older homes. Lower budgets.
Jupiter, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Affluent homeowners | Real estate: High property values
Climate factors: Coastal humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: Town of Jupiter Building Department | HOA/Permit constraints: Strict HOA in luxury areas
Neighborhoods we work in: Abacoa 33458 planned community. Access + HOA limits.
Lake Worth Beach, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Investors, landlords | Real estate: Flip-heavy market
Climate factors: Humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Lake Worth Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Historic constraints
Neighborhoods we work in: Downtown 33460 historic homes. Aging homes.
Lantana, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Retirees | Real estate: Small market
Climate factors: Salt air. Sandy soil.
Permit: Town of Lantana Building Department | HOA/Permit constraints: Condo HOAs
Neighborhoods we work in: Old Lantana 33462 older homes. Salt damage.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Affluent homeowners | Real estate: High-end homes
Climate factors: Humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Palm Beach Gardens Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Strong HOA
Neighborhoods we work in: PGA National 33418 gated. HOA limits.
Pembroke Pines, Florida — Broward County
Who hires: Families | Real estate: Mid-tier housing
Climate factors: Rain, humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Pembroke Pines Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: HOA heavy
Neighborhoods we work in: Silver Lakes 33029 HOA. HOA limits.
Pompano Beach, Florida — Broward County
Who hires: Investors | Real estate: Mixed income
Climate factors: Salt + humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of Pompano Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Condo HOAs
Neighborhoods we work in: Beach 33062 condos (salt damage). Salt damage.
Wellington, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Affluent families | Real estate: Stable high-income
Climate factors: Humidity. Sandy soil.
Permit: Village of Wellington Building Department | HOA/Permit constraints: HOA strict
Neighborhoods we work in: Equestrian 33414 estates. HOA limits.
West Palm Beach, Florida — Palm Beach County
Who hires: Investors, residents | Real estate: Mixed housing
Climate factors: Humidity, flooding. Sandy soil.
Permit: City of West Palm Beach Building Division | HOA/Permit constraints: Historic + HOA
Neighborhoods we work in: El Cid 33401 historic. Permitting delays, flooding.
At a Glance — Bathroom Remodeling by Henry Remodeling
- Service: Full bathroom remodeling — demo through punch-out — Palm Beach & Broward County, FL
- Who needs it: Homeowners with failing waterproofing, dated tile, missing permits, or layout that no longer works
- Cost range: $6,000–$35,000+ depending on scope, tile format, and glass selection
- Process: Written estimate → permits → demo → rough-in → waterproofing → tile → fixtures → walkthrough
- Plumbing and electrical work performed by licensed contractors where required
- Phone: (305) | 14 cities, Palm Beach & Broward County
What Our Clients Say
“Henry Remodeling waterproofed our shower correctly — something our previous contractor skipped. Two years later, zero leaks.”
— Homeowner, Boynton Beach FL
“Written estimate, written schedule, no surprises. The kitchen came in exactly at the quoted price.”
— Homeowner, Delray Beach FL
“They found a rotted subfloor behind our tub, photographed it, and showed us before proceeding. That’s the transparency you want.”
— Homeowner, Boca Raton FL
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a full bathroom remodel include?
A full bathroom remodel from Henry Remodeling covers demo through punch-out — tile removal, waterproofing of all wet areas, new tile, vanity, shower or tub with coordinated by licensed contractors where required is coordinated where required, GFCI and exhaust fan with coordinated by licensed contractors where required is coordinated where required, and all finish trim. Permit-required work is coordinated by licensed contractors.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in South Florida?
Range: $6,000 for a guest bath conversion to $25,000+ for a full master bath gut. A standard master bath remodel typically runs $14,000–$20,000.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
Guest bath: 7–10 business days. Full master bath gut: 12–18 business days. Written schedule provided before demo.
Do I need permits for a bathroom remodel?
Any scope involving plumbing or electrical work requires permits. Permit-required work is performed by licensed contractors who obtain the required permits before work begins.
What is the best tile for a South Florida bathroom?
Rectified porcelain — dimensionally consistent, dense, and moisture-resistant. Large-format (12×24 or larger) is popular for master baths.
Do you coordinate plumbing and electrical?
Yes. We coordinate plumbing and electrical coordinated by licensed contractors subcontractors as part of every permit-required scope.
What cities do you serve?
Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Lake Worth Beach, Greenacres, Lantana, Deerfield Beach, West Palm Beach, Pompano Beach, Coral Springs, Wellington, Pembroke Pines, and Palm Beach Gardens.
Summary — Bathroom Remodeling
Henry Remodeling — Bathroom Remodeling Summary
Service: Bathroom Remodeling in South Florida (Palm Beach & Broward Counties)
Cost Range: $8,000–$35,000+ depending on scope, materials, and permit requirements
Timeline: Best case 5–7 days | Typical 10–14 days | With HOA/permit delays 3–5 weeks
Crew: 2–3 tradespeople
Key Tools: angle grinders, wet saws, tile backer boards, waterproofing membrane, GFCI tester, moisture meter
South Florida Specific: High humidity and salt air require waterproofing upgrades, marine-grade hardware, and mold-resistant substrates. HOA approvals in gated communities across Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, and Coral Springs add 1–4 weeks to scheduling.
Service Area: Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Greenacres, Jupiter, Lake Worth Beach, Lantana, Palm Beach Gardens, Pembroke Pines, Pompano Beach, Wellington, West Palm Beach
Why Henry Remodeling: Licensed South Florida contractor with direct experience in HOA-governed communities, condo board approvals, and the moisture and salt-air conditions that determine long-term remodel success in Palm Beach and Broward counties.
Start Your Bathroom Remodeling Project
Written estimates. Permit-required work is performed by licensed contractors where required. Call (305) or request a free estimate online.