Serving Central Texas
Bathroom Remodeling in Lakeway, TX, Done Right the First Time
Bayside Home Builders handles full bathroom remodels across Lakeway and the Lake Travis corridor, from layout changes and tile work to custom showers and complete gut-outs, with fixed-price contracts and no surprise invoices.
bathroom remodeling project · LakewayWhen a Lakeway Bathroom Starts Showing Its Age
In a home built in the early 1990s near Lake Travis, the bathroom problems are usually predictable. Grout that has absorbed moisture for decades, a tub surround that flexes when you press it, slow drains from buildup in older pipes, and a layout that made sense in 1992 but does not work for how your family uses the space today.
What you are living with
Most homeowners in older Lakeway neighborhoods put up with these problems longer than they should because they assume a full remodel means weeks of disruption and a bill they cannot plan for. So they recaulk the tub every couple of years, live with the single sink, and keep the floor mat over the tile that no longer drains correctly.
What you get instead
A straightforward primary bath remodel in Lakeway typically runs in the range of 12,000 to 35,000 dollars depending on scope, existing plumbing condition, and finish selections. That range gets you a real plan, pulled permits, licensed plumbing and electrical work, and a bathroom that is built to handle another 20 to 30 years. We give you an itemized estimate before anything starts so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Our Recent Work
What a Bathroom Remodel With Us Actually Covers
We handle the full scope in-house, which means one contract, one point of contact, and no finger-pointing between a tile sub and a plumber when something needs to be coordinated.
Demo and Disposal
We tear out the existing fixtures, tile, drywall, and flooring and haul everything off-site. You do not need to rent a dumpster or coordinate a junk crew.
Plumbing Rough-In and Finish
Relocating a drain, adding a second shower head, moving the toilet a few inches to open up the layout. We handle rough-in plumbing as part of the remodel, not as a separate trade you have to schedule yourself.
Tile and Stone Work
Floor tile, shower walls, niches, mud-set shower pans, and custom patterns. We work with porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone. Layouts and grout colors are selected during design, before any ordering happens.
Vanity, Fixtures, and Hardware
New vanity cabinets, countertops, sinks, faucets, mirrors, and lighting are sourced, scheduled, and installed by our crew. We give you a specific selection deadline so material lead times do not push your project date.
Shower and Tub Installation
Walk-in showers, tub-to-shower conversions, freestanding tubs, and built-in tub surrounds. We waterproof properly behind the walls, not just at the surface, because that is where most bathroom failures actually start.
Drywall, Paint, and Trim
We install moisture-resistant drywall in wet areas, texture to match the rest of your home, and paint the finished space. Door casings, baseboards, and transitions are included so the room looks complete, not like a gut job that got halfway done.
Why Homeowners in Central Texas Choose Bayside
There are a lot of contractors available. Here is what actually separates how we work.
Over 500 Projects Completed
That is not a marketing number. It means we have seen the plumbing surprises, the out-of-square walls, and the discontinued tile that gets discontinued two weeks into your project. We have a process for each of those situations because we have dealt with them before.
Insured and Bonded
We carry general liability insurance and are bonded. Before any work starts, we can provide documentation. If a contractor cannot show you a current certificate of insurance, do not let them into your home.
Fixed-Price Contracts Before Work Starts
We price the job in writing before demo begins. If we open a wall and find something unexpected, we tell you what it costs and get your approval before we proceed. You do not get a surprise invoice at the end.
We Know Central Texas Conditions
Austin's clay soil moves. Humidity is real six months out of the year. We specify materials and waterproofing methods that hold up here, not products rated for a climate that does not match where you live.
How a Remodel Goes From First Call to Finished Room
Four steps. No surprises built into the process on purpose.
Step 1: In-Home Consultation
We come to your house, look at the actual space, and talk through what you want to change and what your budget is. We ask about your timeline and tell you honestly whether it is realistic. No charge for this visit.
Step 2: Scope and Pricing
Based on the consultation, we put together a written scope of work and a fixed price. We walk you through it line by line. If something is out of budget, we tell you what can be adjusted and what cannot before you sign anything.
Step 3: Selections and Scheduling
Once the contract is signed, we give you a selections checklist with deadlines tied to your project start date. Tile, fixtures, and vanities need to be ordered before demo starts. We guide you through that process so nothing holds up your build date.
Step 4: Construction and Walkthrough
Our crew does the work. We give you a schedule at the start so you know what is happening each week. At the end, we do a final walkthrough together. Any punch list items get handled before we consider the job closed.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs
Most Lakeway bathroom projects fall into one of three ranges depending on the size of the space and the finish level you choose.
Guest or small bath
A clean, functional refresh of a secondary bathroom.
Master bath
A full remodel of the primary bathroom with quality finishes.
Luxury master
Custom tile, premium fixtures, and a fully reworked layout.
Lakeway permits run through the City of Lakeway building department, which adds a review step that some contractors skip planning for, so build that lead time into your schedule from the start. The hill country lot layouts common in the 78734 zip code often mean older cast-iron drain lines or slab plumbing that can add scope once demo begins. We price all of that out in a fixed, itemized estimate before a single fixture is touched.
Bathroom Remodeling in Lakeway, Texas
Lakeway sits on the Lake Travis corridor, where homes range from late-1980s lakeside builds to newer subdivisions in Rough Hollow and Serene Hills. We serve Lakeway homeowners with full bathroom remodels, from layout changes and tile work to full gut-and-rebuild projects in older homes that need updated plumbing and waterproofing.
Permits & review
Lakeway is a general-law city with its own building department. Bathroom remodels that involve moving plumbing, adding square footage, or structural changes require a permit through the City of Lakeway. Inspections typically cover rough plumbing and final electrical. Budget a few extra days in your schedule for inspection windows. We pull all required permits on your behalf.
Housing stock
A lot of Lakeway's older homes were built in the late 1980s and through the 1990s. That means bathrooms with fiberglass tub surrounds, 4-inch tile floors, single-sink vanities, and galvanized or early CPVC supply lines that may need replacement before new finishes go in. Homes in newer sections like Rough Hollow tend to have better bones but often have builder-grade fixtures that homeowners replace at the 7 to 12 year mark.
Areas we serve
We serve Lakeway and the surrounding Lake Travis corridor, including Bee Cave, Hudson Bend, Spicewood, and the Steiner Ranch area. Most jobs in this zone are a straight shot on 620 or 2222, which keeps our crew travel time reasonable and your project on schedule.
Common questions
What is a realistic budget for a bathroom remodel in Lakeway?
For most Lakeway homes, plan on $15,000 to $40,000 for a full primary bathroom remodel. A straightforward guest bath refresh runs $8,000 to $15,000. Those numbers cover demo, licensed plumbing and electrical, tile, fixtures, vanity, and finish carpentry. Projects that move plumbing walls or add square footage cost more. Any contractor quoting well below this range is either leaving scope out of the estimate or cutting corners on materials and labor.
What does a $10,000 bathroom remodel look like?
At $10,000 you are working in a smaller guest bath with no layout changes. Realistically that budget covers a new vanity and top, toilet, basic tile surround, updated lighting and mirrors, and fresh paint. You will not be moving plumbing, adding a freestanding tub, or installing large-format floor tile with heated floors at that number. It is a solid cosmetic refresh, not a gut remodel.
What does it typically cost to remodel a bathroom in Texas?
Statewide averages get quoted a lot, but Central Texas runs higher than most of the state because of local labor rates and permit costs. In the Austin metro and Lakeway area, budget $12,000 to $20,000 for a modest secondary bath and $20,000 to $45,000 for a primary bath with a tile shower, soaking tub, double vanity, and quality fixtures. These are honest working ranges based on what projects actually cost in Travis and Hays counties right now.
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Lakeway?
A guest bath remodel typically runs 2 to 3 weeks of active construction once materials are on site. A full primary bath gut-out with custom tile work and plumbing changes runs 4 to 6 weeks. Lead time for ordering tile, fixtures, and vanities adds 2 to 6 weeks before we swing a hammer, so plan your total timeline accordingly. We give you a written schedule at the start of the project and update you when anything shifts.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Lakeway?
Lakeway requires permits for any work that touches plumbing, electrical, or structural elements. If you are moving a toilet, adding a circuit for a new exhaust fan, or reconfiguring a shower drain, a permit is required. A cosmetic swap of fixtures in the same location often does not require one, but we pull permits whenever the scope calls for it. Skipping permits in Lakeway creates problems when you sell, and it puts unlicensed work into your home.
How do I choose a bathroom remodeling contractor in Lakeway?
Ask for a Texas contractor license number and verify it through the TDLR website. Confirm they carry general liability and workers compensation insurance and will name you as an additional insured. Get at least two itemized bids so you can compare scope line by line, not just totals. Ask to see completed projects in the Lakeway or Lake Travis area specifically, since local experience with permit offices and material suppliers matters. A contractor who cannot show you recent local work and a real license number is a risk.
What adds the most cost to a bathroom remodel?
Moving plumbing is the biggest cost driver. Relocating a toilet or shower drain in a slab foundation means cutting concrete, which adds $1,500 to $4,000 or more depending on the run. Custom tile work, heated floors, steam showers, and frameless glass enclosures also push budgets up fast. Large-format tile costs more in labor than standard sizes because of the precision required for flat, grout-consistent installation. We walk through every cost decision with you before the contract is signed.
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