Tub-to-shower conversion
$6,500 – $11,000
Typical timeline: 4–6 days
- Demo of existing tub and surround
- New shower pan, waterproofing, tile walls
- Glass enclosure, new valve and trim
- Haul-away and final clean
Cost Guide
What a bathroom remodel really costs in South Florida
Honest, local price ranges from Brad Pleimann, owner of R&R Repair & Remodel. Real numbers from real projects in Broward and Palm Beach County — including how layout, materials and county permits move the total.
Pricing reflects Broward & Palm Beach County, FL.
Price ranges
Three tiers, before you call anyone.
Almost every bathroom we remodel in South Florida lands in one of these three buckets. Your written R&R quote is fixed-price — no surprise change orders.
Full bathroom remodel
$14,000 – $28,000
Typical timeline: ~2 weeks
- Studs-out demo, new tile floor and walls
- New vanity, mirror, lighting, exhaust fan
- Plumbing fixtures, valves, supply lines
- Glass shower door, paint, hardware
High-end / master suite
$28,000 – $55,000+
Typical timeline: 3–5 weeks
- Layout changes, curbless / zero-entry shower
- Custom tile work, double vanity, stone tops
- Premium fixtures (Kohler, Hansgrohe, Toto)
- Heated floor, niche lighting, frameless glass
Line-by-line
Where the money actually goes.
Ranges below are for a typical 5×8 to 8×10 South Florida bathroom, finished to a clean mid-range standard. Higher-end selections push the top of each line up.
| Line item | Typical low | Typical high |
|---|---|---|
| Demo & dumpster | $900 | $1,800 |
| Plumbing (rough + trim) | $2,200 | $5,500 |
| Electrical (lights, fan, GFCI) | $700 | $1,800 |
| Tile (floor + walls, installed) | $3,500 | $9,000 |
| Vanity, top, mirror, lighting | $1,400 | $4,500 |
| Shower glass / door | $1,100 | $3,200 |
| Fixtures (valve, trim, toilet) | $900 | $2,800 |
| Permits & inspections | $250 | $650 |
| Paint, hardware, finish details | $400 | $1,200 |
Totals depend on overlap, prep work, and how much demo uncovers. We quote every project fixed-price after a free in-home visit.
What moves the number
Four things that decide your final price.
Size and layout
A 5×8 hall bath is a different project than a 10×12 master. Moving the toilet, shower or vanity to a new wall means re-routing drains, vents and supply lines — that alone can add $2,500–$6,000 to the job.
Material selections
Big-box tile and a stock vanity keep a full remodel near $14,000. Porcelain plank, large-format slabs, quartz tops and designer fixtures push the same footprint toward $28,000+. Bring your selections and I'll keep the labor honest either way.
Waterproofing & substrate
South Florida humidity is brutal on bathrooms. Schluter Kerdi or a comparable membrane, properly sloped pans and cement-board substrate cost more up front than a quick mud job — and they're the reason your tile is still tight in year ten.
Broward / Palm Beach permits
Anything that touches plumbing, electrical, or structural work generally needs a permit in Broward and Palm Beach County. Permit fees on a typical bathroom run $250–$650, plus inspection scheduling time. We pull it, meet the inspector, and pass first time.
Broward & Palm Beach permits
Permits, inspections, and why they protect you.
In Broward and Palm Beach County, any bathroom remodel that re-routes plumbing, changes electrical, or alters framing requires a permit. Fees are typically $250–$650 and the project gets at least one rough-in and one final inspection.
R&R handles the application, the drawings, and meets the inspector on-site. The permit is what makes the work insurable, makes the home sellable later, and forces a second set of eyes on waterproofing and electrical safety. It's a small line item that saves a much bigger one.
Bathroom remodel cost questions
The pricing questions South Florida homeowners ask me every week.
- What does the average bathroom remodel cost in South Florida?
- Most full bathroom remodels in Broward and Palm Beach County run $14,000–$28,000 finished. A tub-to-shower conversion is typically $6,500–$11,000, and a true master suite with custom tile and layout changes runs $28,000–$55,000+.
- Do I need a permit to remodel my bathroom in Broward County?
- Almost always. Any work that touches plumbing, electrical or structural framing requires a permit in Broward and Palm Beach County. Cosmetic-only work (paint, fixture swap on the same valve, new mirror) usually does not. When a permit is required, R&R pulls it and handles inspections.
- How long does a bathroom remodel take in South Florida?
- A standard studs-out remodel runs about two weeks once we start. A tub-to-shower conversion finishes in 4–6 days. Larger master suites with layout changes typically take 3–5 weeks including permit and inspection time.
- What's the cheapest way to remodel a bathroom and still do it right?
- Keep the existing layout, reuse the vanity location, choose in-stock 12×24 porcelain tile, and pick a stock vanity. You can land a clean, fully waterproofed remodel near $14,000 without cutting corners on the parts that matter — the pan, the membrane, and the plumbing.
- Does R&R provide written estimates?
- Yes. Every R&R quote is free, in writing, and itemized line-by-line — labor, materials, permits, and timeline. Fixed price, no surprise change orders.
Get a fixed-price quote for your bathroom.
Tell me a little about your project and I'll come measure, take photos, and write you a clear, itemized estimate — usually within 48 hours. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Call (954) 242-5924