What goes wrong with bathrooms if you wait
Hidden water damage
Old tub surrounds and showers often leak slowly behind the tile for years. By the time you see a soft floor or stained ceiling below, the subfloor and framing can be rotten.
Mould and poor ventilation
Bathrooms without a properly sized and vented fan grow mould on ceilings, grout and inside the walls.
Dated, worn finishes
Cracked tile, stained grout, yellowed tubs and old vanities make a bathroom feel tired and can lower your home's value.
Layouts that do not work
Cramped spaces, poor storage and awkward fixture placement make everyday routines harder than they need to be.
Common jobs we take on
- Small bathroom and powder room updates
- Tub to shower conversions
- Waterproofing and tile
- Vanity, toilet and fixture replacement
How Lower Mainland weather affects bathrooms
In the Lower Mainland, homes are closed up for much of the damp season, so the moisture from daily showers has nowhere to go unless it is vented outside. That makes proper waterproofing and ventilation especially important in bathroom renovations here.
BC also has clear rules about who can do certain plumbing, electrical and gas work and when permits are needed. A good bathroom renovation plans for those from the start so the job passes inspection and does not cause problems when you sell.
Warning signs to watch for
- Soft or spongy floor near the tub or toilet
- Cracked tiles or missing grout
- Mould that keeps coming back
- A stained ceiling in the room below
- Outdated fixtures and a layout that does not suit you
Maintenance tips
- Run the bathroom fan during and for 20 minutes after every shower
- Re-seal grout and re-caulk the tub every year or two
- Fix drips and running toilets right away
- Wipe down shower walls to reduce mildew
- Watch the ceiling below for any stains
How G2 Home Services handles bathrooms
We start with a plan and a written price. Then we demo down to the studs or subfloor, repair any water damage, install proper waterproofing behind tile, and finish with tile, tub or shower, vanity, toilet, lighting and accessories. Licensed plumbers and electricians are brought in where BC rules require, and permits are arranged when needed.
Every job is backed by our written promise: a locked-in price before we start, we redo anything you are not happy with, and a one-year workmanship guarantee.
Bathroom Renovation & Remodel near you
We are based in Coquitlam and take on these jobs across the Tri-Cities, Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore. Got other small jobs too? Add them to the list and we will do them in the same visit. See small jobs & odd jobs.
Bathroom Renovation & Remodel: frequently asked questions
How long does a bathroom renovation take?
A typical full bathroom remodel takes about two to four weeks depending on size, layout changes, tile work and permits.
Do I need a permit to renovate my bathroom in Coquitlam?
Simple cosmetic updates usually do not. Moving plumbing, adding electrical or changing walls often do. We tell you what applies to your project.
Can you update just part of the bathroom?
Yes. We can replace a vanity, toilet, tub surround or floor on its own, or do the whole room.
