Are you sick of waiting your turn to shower? You may want to add an extra bathroom to your home. Investing in a second or third bathroom can make life easier for you and your family. Before you go ahead and tackle this project head-on, there are several things to consider, including getting a bathroom estimate, hiring a contractor, and many more.
Two particular things to keep in mind are the value and location of your new bathroom. Read on as DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Beaverton explains how these two can affect your bathroom renovation.
The Value of a New Bathroom
As a homeowner, you need to know how much value an extra bathroom adds to your home. Although the financial value is difficult to estimate, many potential home buyers are interested in purchasing a home with a minimum of two full baths and possibly more. This is an important consideration, especially if you plan to sell your home soon. One research study found that adding a bathroom can increase the home’s sale price by 8.7%. This is more than twice the increase you would get if you add an extra bedroom.
If you’re not putting your home on the market any time soon, however, the value you gain is added functionality. According to The National Association of REALTORS®, over half of homeowners who added an extra bathroom to their homes wanted to be home more and had an increased sense of enjoyment after the project was complete. If many people are using the main bathroom, an extra one can be beneficial during busy mornings. If you’re interested, visit our website to get a bathroom quote for your renovation.
Best Locations for a New Bathroom
One question you need to ask yourself before adding an extra bathroom is whether there’s enough space. Most remodeling contractors would say yes – bath fixtures fit into less space than most people think, which means adding a second or third bathroom does not require a lot of room. Square footage of 3 feet by 5 feet can handle a sink and toilet, for instance, while 3 feet by 8 feet space is enough to add a shower.
Depending on your plumbing and electrical setup, as well as the kind of bathroom you want, you can install an extra bathroom almost anywhere in your home. Here are a few places you can add your extra bathroom:
- Hallway. The untraveled end of a hallway, which is sometimes built with a window, may contain as much as 30 or 40 square feet. This is enough space to add a bathroom.
- Walk-in closet. With a few structural changes, an oversized walk-in bedroom closet or hall linen closet can easily be transformed into a half-bath.
- Under the stairs. A sink and toilet will usually fit under the stairs. However, don’t forget to check the headroom before you begin adding a bathroom in this area.
- First-floor laundry. Streamline the laundry room with a modern stackable washer or dryer appliances that take up less room, and then use the space to add a half-bath.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
With DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Beaverton, there’s no need to search online for a “bathroom remodeler near me.” Our team of bathroom contractors is committed and determined to assist you with your renovation. Call us at (503) 214-2167, or fill out our online contact form to set an appointment. We are proud to serve homeowners in Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, and Tigard, as well as the nearby areas of Tualatin, Sherwood, and Milwaukie.
