Basement Bathroom Cost

1/17/2020 at 12:09:08 PM

Hi Diane,

We hope you find this discussion forum helpful.

If you wish to hire a contractor for your bathroom project, may we recommend submitting your post in the Get Free Estimates section of our website, by following this link: https://trustedpros.ca/post We will locate top-rated contractors that specialize in the services you require.

Kind regards,

TrustedPros Inc.

support@trustedpros.ca

1/17/2020 at 1:11:58 PM

Hello, you re right to be suspicious. The permit is your way of making sure everything is done to code. It is very difficult to trust a contractor that doesn t get a permit or doesn t give you an itemized list of the work that will be completed, along with associated costs.

You can arrange the trades yourself, just make sure you do your homework on them and get references.

Also, do not pay for services in full until everything is completed. With bathroom fixtures, always hold a percentage until all the fixtures are installed and working properly.

Hope this helps.

Justin D Addio

1/17/2020 at 1:34:39 PM

I Diane

I agree with Justin

Good idea. now that you have Plans, and Permit just invite a few contractors to give you detailed Estimates through TrustedPros.

Obviously make them aware of the materials you have already purchased. Also be aware that all items that you have purchased , you are responsible for if something is faulty or must be replaced under warranty. Take your time and hire the right person...shop around.

Word of mouth.

Good luck

1/17/2020 at 1:41:30 PM

Basement 3 piece washrooms including fixtures usually cost between 7 and $10,000 but everything should be itemized

Brian

1/17/2020 at 1:43:07 PM

Hello Diane

I would definitely be cautious of any contractors that do not offer any type of contract, WSIB certificate and liability insurance. Look around and do your research on any contractors that you are thinking of hiring. Most companies will ask for a deposit up front to cover the majority of the materials they need and will ask for more money during the project as work is being completed ie. electrical completed, plumbing completed, tile work etc.

Sean

1/17/2020 at 1:55:09 PM

As you pointed out. Many red flags. Plus I always highly recommend getting multiple quotes. Most contractors will give you an overall cost. For some people, that's all they want to know. It's a personality thing. However, upon request, they should be able to show you the breakdown. So, if you're not in a hurry shop around for the right contractor for you. Get them to show you their quality of work. Get references if it's available. Word of mouth is still the best for finalizing who you want in your home and then you know what to expect. In the end if you get a warm feeling, then yes they would be asking for a deposit. Sounds like the contractor you spoke to was in a hurry to sell the job and skipped a few steps

1/17/2020 at 3:54:54 PM

No Contract run. Do you know if they are licenced, have insurance? Doing it yourself isn't easy as there is a lot you need to know and a contractor can offer you warranties. Be careful in who you find

https://ridgewater.ca/10-important-questions-to-ask-before-hiring-a-contractor/

Daryl

Ridgewater Homes

1/17/2020 at 7:08:23 PM

Thank you everyone for your responses. The contractor additionally sent a canned e-mail saying someone was coming in a few days to demolish the site to prepare for the job. When I asked about the contract, he said I could sign it later. He was surprised when I said that starting the work would imply a contract.

I do believe I will take your advice and think about organizing the project myself. Thanks again.

1/21/2020 at 11:36:29 AM

You should feel confident in your contractor to complete the work to your satisfaction. Their are tons of contractors to choose from which makes it overwhelming. Most people go to Home depot or lowes for their renovations and and get companies like ours to complete the project.

1/22/2020 at 1:32:13 PM

Thanks for your comments Andrew. It is not easy to form a contract with assurance without doing a lot of research. For instance I am worried about insurance. It seems to me the contractor should provide proof of insurance and what is covered.

1/25/2020 at 4:48:31 PM

Being your own general contractor yourself can be a good idea if you have contacts and previous knowledge and good references for the individual trades.

If you are cold calling individual trades it could be a difficult undertaking that may cost you more in the end.

You will have more running around to do and deal with all the finger pointing between the different trades. Like previous post mentioned they won't warranty materials, maybe even labour since they could blame the material quality...

In my experience you deal with a lot of finger pointing. Drywall we blames framer. Taper blames both. Painter blames everyone.... Toilet /tub doesn't sit flush.. tile settlers fault.... and they may all be right, you're stuck dealing with it all.

But, if it all works out, you can save some money...

Good luck.