Can You DIY a Bathroom Remodel, or Should You Hire a Professional?

These days, there are so many home remodel shows and YouTube channels that make bathroom remodels look relatively simple. Watch a few and you may even start asking yourself: “Can I do my own bathroom remodel? Or should I hire a professional?” 

If you’ve successfully remodeled other parts of your house or consider yourself skilled at it, you can consider doing your own bathroom remodel. But be aware that bathrooms are more challenging to remodel than other parts of the home due to a number of factors, like the materials, fixtures, and extensive use of the plumbing systems. 

For most people, hiring a professional for their bathroom remodel is clearly the better choice. These are our top five reasons why:

1. It might not actually be cheaper
2. One mistake can ruin everything
3. It takes a lot longer than you think
4. It affects your home’s resale value
5. Your bathroom is worth it – and you are worth it

Why Should You Hire a Professional for Your Bathroom Remodel Project?

We told you the reasons why you should hire a professional for your bathroom remodel project – now let’s dive deeper into each of them.

1. It Might Not Actually Be Cheaper

If you’re considering a bathroom remodel, you may look at your options and say to yourself: “Wow, I can really save some money if I DIY my bathroom remodel.” While it’s a tempting argument, if you plan to stay in the house, you should consider the possible long-term cost, not just the upfront cost.

Consider how long the project will take you and how valuable your time is. Additionally, the value of doing the job right the first time cannot be overstated, both in terms of your own personal enjoyment and future repair and maintenance costs.

2. One Mistake Can Ruin Everything

Bathroom remodel mistakes can be highly costly. Unlike other home projects where you can fix mistakes as you go, bathroom renovations are less forgiving. Get the waterproofing wrong behind your beautiful new tile, and you might not discover the problem until water damage shows up months later – potentially requiring you to tear out and redo the entire project

Professional contractors know the critical sequence and techniques that prevent these costly do-overs, because they’ve seen what happens when shortcuts are taken.

3. It Takes a Lot Longer Than You Think

Realistic timelines are hard. People think optimistically in the beginning. “Oh, it’ll take a month’s worth of weekends.” Next thing you know, it’s been four months and you’re still showering in the guest bathroom, and you just remembered something you need to go get at the hardware store.

With a professional contractor on your bathroom remodel, you have someone working full-time on your project with all of the necessary skills, tools, and materials.

4. It Affects Your Home’s Resale Value

You might think your handiwork looks great, but future buyers (and their inspectors) often spot DIY work immediately. Slightly uneven tiles, paint lines that aren’t quite straight, or fixtures that don’t sit perfectly flush can signal “amateur work” to potential buyers. 

Even if everything functions fine, visible DIY touches can hurt your home’s perceived value and marketability. Professional work has a finished quality that holds up to scrutiny and actually adds value to your home investment.

5. Your Bathroom Is Worth It

It’s worth mentioning the power of a beautiful bathroom that makes you feel good. Over time, that boost in mood you feel as soon as you step inside is invaluable. If you DIY your own bathroom remodeling and constantly notice a tile that’s slightly askew, or a fixture that doesn’t work exactly right, it’s going to stick in the back of your mind, irritating you.

With the experienced contractors at Dagmar Pros, you get skilled craftsmanship every time, so you can be sure that every screw is tight and every piece of trim is level, and your bathroom is a calming place for you to retreat whenever you need a moment.

Call Us for Bathroom Remodels in Southwest Washington and Portland OR!

Whether you’re still weighing your options or you’ve already decided that professional installation makes the most sense, we’re here to help. If you’re in the early planning stages, we offer free consultations where we can walk through your space, discuss your vision, and provide a realistic timeline and budget.

From small updates to complete luxury renovations, we handle every detail so you can focus on enjoying the process instead of stressing about it. 

Are you ready to transform your bathroom? Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and see why so many homeowners in Southwest Washington and Portland trust Dagmar Pros.