Bathroom renovation costs in Wellington: define the scope
A cosmetic refresh and a stripped-out bathroom need different budgets. Start by naming everything you expect to remove, retain or replace. Include the shower lining, vanity, toilet, floor finish, lighting and ventilation, rather than describing the job simply as a new bathroom.
For example, retaining the layout while replacing fittings is a different brief from moving the shower into a former cupboard. Compare those options separately so a lower figure does not disguise a smaller job.
Use a scope worksheet
| Workstream | What to record |
|---|---|
| Removal and preparation | Old fittings, disposal, substrate condition and adjoining-room protection. |
| Services | Fixture locations, plumbing changes, electrical work and ventilation. |
| Room construction | Walls, floor preparation, waterproofing and any layout changes. |
| Fixtures and finishes | Product selections, tiles, screens, tapware, paint and installation. |
| Completion | Making good, cleaning, documentation and return to use. |
Ask who supplies each item. Owner-supplied fittings still need delivery, checking and installation coordinated with the work.
Separate product choices from building work
A vanity price does not describe the cost of the finished vanity area. Ask whether the quote includes installation, tapware, connections, wall preparation and the finish around it. Repeat that check for the shower and toilet.
If selections are undecided, record the allowance and the item or work it covers. Our explanation of provisional sums and prime cost items helps you ask how an allowance will be adjusted once the detail is known.
Make room for uncertainty
Older fittings can conceal damage or unsuitable surfaces. Ask what can be checked before work starts, what remains unknown and how a discovery will be priced and approved. Keep a separate contingency in your own budget rather than using every available dollar on selected finishes.
Also include temporary bathroom arrangements if needed. The sequence of a bathroom renovation helps identify when the room may be unavailable and what has to happen before it can be used again.
Get a quote for your room
Send us dimensions, photographs, the layout you prefer and a list of selected products or the standard of finish you want. Mark optional items clearly so you can compare a core scope with additions.
For bathroom renovations in Wellington, we start with your room and your priorities. Bring the worksheet to your enquiry so the discussion covers the complete job, not just the headline fixture prices.