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Bathroom Renovations: Tiling, Plumbing and Fittings

Bathroom renovations from new tiles and fittings to full rebuilds with waterproofing. Send one free request and local bathroom contractors quote you directly.

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Bathroom Renovations
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Area
All nine provinces
Cost to you
Free, with no obligation
A bathroom under renovation with new wall tiles and a walk-in shower in a South African home
A bathroom under renovation with new wall tiles and a walk-in shower in a South African home

Bathroom renovations can be as simple as new taps, a vanity and fresh grout, or a full strip-out with new plumbing, waterproofing, tiles and a walk-in shower. BuildingContractors.co.za helps you find people to do it. Tell us what you want and where you are, and we pass your request to independent bathroom renovation contractors in your area, who contact you and quote directly. We don't do the work ourselves, the request is free and there is no obligation to accept any quote. Photos and rough sizes help contractors price accurately.

What a bathroom renovation includes

  • Strip-out: removing old tiles, sanitaryware and rubble
  • Plumbing: new supply and waste pipes, mixers, geyser connections
  • Waterproofing: a membrane under showers and on wet floors
  • Tiling: floors and walls, niches, skirtings and grouting
  • Fittings: toilet, basin, vanity, bath or shower, screens and accessories
  • Electrical: lights, extractor fan and heated towel rail

Waterproofing and plumbing done properly

Most leaking showers fail because of poor waterproofing, not the tiles. A good contractor applies a waterproofing membrane to the shower floor, up the walls and around the drain before tiling, and lets it cure fully. Floors in walk-in showers need a proper fall to the drain. New plumbing must be done or signed off by a registered plumber, who can issue a plumbing Certificate of Compliance, usually through the PIRB. New lights or electrical points near water need an electrician and a COC under the electrical wiring code.

Finding bathroom renovation contractors near me

If you are searching for bathroom renovation contractors near me, look for firms that manage the whole job: plumber, tiler, electrician and builder working to one programme. Ask to see bathrooms they have finished, especially showers, and check the tiling: straight lines, even grout and neat cuts around fittings. Ask who supplies tiles and sanitaryware. Some contractors include them; others give a labour quote while you buy fittings. Agree on this in writing so nothing is missed.

Cost and timing

Price depends on size, how much plumbing moves, tile choice and the quality of fittings. Moving a toilet or shower to a new position costs more than replacing like for like. A typical full bathroom renovation takes two to four weeks, longer if custom items like glass screens or vanities have long lead times. Get itemised quotes for the same scope, pay in stages as work is done and keep a final amount until any leaks or snags are fixed.

Comparing quotes for bathroom renovations

The lowest price is not always the best value. When your quotes arrive, check:

  • Scope: what is included item by item, and which materials the contractor supplies.
  • Payment: a deposit and payments in stages as work is completed, never most of it upfront.
  • Time: the start date, how long the work will take and what happens if it runs late.
  • Compliance and guarantee: approvals and certificates needed for the job, and the guarantee on workmanship.

What to include in your request

  • Bathroom size in metres and photos of the current room
  • Whether the toilet, shower or basin will move
  • Bath, shower or both, and the type of shower
  • Who supplies tiles and sanitaryware
  • Whether this is the only bathroom in the house

Frequently asked questions

Do you renovate bathrooms?
No. BuildingContractors.co.za is a free quote-request service. We pass your request to independent bathroom renovation contractors near you, who contact you and quote directly. There is no charge for the request and no obligation to accept any quote.
How long does a bathroom renovation take?
A full strip-out and rebuild of a standard bathroom usually takes two to four weeks. Waterproofing needs time to cure before tiling, and custom items such as shower screens and vanities can add waiting time. A simple refresh with new fittings and regrouting may take only a few days.
Do I need plans to renovate a bathroom?
Usually not if the bathroom stays in the same space and no structural walls change. Adding a new bathroom, moving walls or changing drainage connections may need municipal approval. Plumbing work must be done by a registered plumber, so ask your contractor to confirm what applies.
Should I buy my own tiles and fittings?
You can, and some homeowners prefer to choose them in person. Confirm quantities with the contractor first, allowing about 10 percent extra tiles for cuts and breakage. Fittings must suit your water pressure and geyser. If the contractor supplies everything, ask for allowances per item in the quote.

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