- Typical cost
- From $18,000 (guest bath), $28,000 (mid-range), $58,000+ (master suite)
- Typical timeline
- 3–5 weeks of construction
- Permits through
- City of Westlake Village Building Division
- Service area
- Westlake Village, San Fernando Valley
What We Do
Full gut renovations, primary bath suites, guest baths and powder rooms. We do the waterproofing ourselves and don't hide it behind someone else's schedule.
- Curbless and custom tile showers
- Freestanding and drop-in tubs
- Custom vanities and storage
- Heated floors and niche lighting
- Full waterproofing assemblies
- Exhaust ventilation sized to the room
Bathroom Remodeling Conditions in Westlake Village
Homes are mostly 1970s through 1990s and structurally sound, so the work is about opening plans, updating kitchens and baths, and replacing windows and HVAC. Fire hardening applies on the hillside edges, and slope setbacks and drainage matter on the graded lots closer to the hills.
- HOA architectural review on exterior materials, colors and windows
- City plan check timelines coordinated with committee approval
- 1970s to 1990s homes where systems and layout drive the budget
- Slope setbacks and drainage on hillside-adjacent lots
- Fire-hardened exterior assemblies near the open hills
The Part Nobody Sees
Waterproofing is the single most important part of a bathroom, and it's the first thing a cheap bid cuts. We install a complete waterproofing assembly behind the tile, slope the pan correctly, and pressure-test before anything gets covered up.
- Sheet or liquid membrane behind all wet walls
- Properly sloped, tested shower pans
- Backer board instead of drywall in wet areas
- Sealed penetrations at valves and drains
Permits and Timeline
Relocating fixtures or adding circuits needs a permit. Most bathrooms run 3 to 5 weeks of construction once materials are on site. The schedule slips when tile and fixtures are ordered late, so we lock selections before demo.
- Plumbing and electrical permits through LADBS
- Selections finalized before demolition
- Daily photo updates in your client portal
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you do bathroom remodeling in Westlake Village?
Yes. Westlake Village is part of our regular service area. We'll come out for a free on-site consultation, walk the property, and tell you what's realistic before you spend anything on design.
What does bathroom remodeling cost in Westlake Village?
From $18,000 (guest bath), $28,000 (mid-range), $58,000+ (master suite). Site conditions in Westlake Village and your material selections move the number, which is why we price after walking the property rather than over the phone.
Who issues the permit in Westlake Village?
Permits for this work go through City of Westlake Village Building Division. We handle the submittal, plan check corrections and inspections as part of the project.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Los Angeles?
Bathroom remodels in LA start at $18,000 for a guest bath, $28,000 for a mid-range full remodel, and $58,000 and up for a master suite, depending on size, whether fixtures move, and the tile and fixture selections.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
Typically 3 to 5 weeks of construction once materials are on site, assuming no surprises behind the walls in an older LA home.
Do you handle waterproofing yourselves?
Yes. Our own crews install the waterproofing assembly and we test the shower pan before tile goes on. It's the most common failure point in a bathroom and we don't subcontract it out.
Do you handle walk-in shower conversions and small bathroom remodels near me?
Yes. Curbless and walk-in shower conversions, powder room updates and small bathroom renovations are some of our most common projects. Homeowners searching for bathroom renovation contractors near me hire us across LA County and neighboring cities within about 100 miles of Woodland Hills.
Similar Projects We've Built
Primary Bath Suite in a 1912 Pasadena Craftsman
A gut renovation of an original bathroom in a historic Craftsman, with a curbless shower, heated floors and period-appropriate fixtures.
Two Guest Bath Remodels in a Culver City Traditional
Both original 1946 bathrooms in a Culver City traditional gutted and rebuilt at the same time, with new supply and drain lines.
Primary Bathroom Remodel on Cass Ave, Woodland Hills
On Cass Ave in Woodland Hills, a cramped 1960s primary bathroom was gutted and rebuilt with a large walk-in shower, double vanity and new plumbing.
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