Our successful San Jose bathroom remodel approach

With our customer focused approach on every project we accomplish, our professional San Jose bathroom remodel experts are trained to ensure you are well-versed in the project and know what you can expect throughout the remodeling process.

Our approach has been developed and refined over our more than 15 years in the San Jose bathroom remodel industry, and we’ve come to understand that being open with our clients is the most effective way to help build trust and deliver on your demands.

Consultation and conceptualizing

During the initial consultation, our project manager will visit your site (home) and conduct a walk through with you, listening to what you want to do with the space and some of the design ideas you might have.

This is our initial stages of planning where we learn about your preferences and document the existing bathroom spaces by measuring layouts and taking photographs for reference and other critical details.

We will help you refine what you want and makes sure you are satisfied with our proposed design ideas and proposals.

Design and space planning

As experienced San Jose bathroom remodel experts, we have architects who will draw and analyze your existing floor plan in our computer aided design program. We then develop design solutions based on the information we gathered and create architectural drawing for your approval.

We will share our design ideas with you suing a 3D rendering system so you can have a clear picture on how we’ve structured the remodel. You will also review the floor plans and elevations to understand the finalized layout for your final approval.

Obtaining permits

When you work with us for your San Jose bathroom remodel, you don’t have to worry about securing the local building permits, we simply take care of everything.

A bathroom remodel has several systems that often require permits and safety approvals to change, such as electrical and plumbing. Whichever degree of remodel you want done on your bathroom, we will guide you through the regulations and speed up the process for you.

Important Permits for Bathroom Remodel in San Jose

In almost every project, doing a full remodel of your San Jose bathroom will require permits and series of inspections through different phases of the renovation. Notice that “permits” is plural.

According to city of San Jose’s Bulletin #274, the permit provisions will vary depending on the scope of your project and the project’s specific needs. Mostly included permission provisions on electrical wiring, plumbing and construction.

Building/Construction Permit

This is classified under “Major Remodel Permit” because it will modify the existing floor plans, which often require demolitions: the opening up of walls and removal of old fixtures, tiles, and flooring.
We will submit the necessary floor plans and designs with the permitting office and schedule inspections to ensure we obtain the permits on time.

Plumbing Permit

Here we can either get a “Minor Remodel Permit” or “Major Remodel Permit” according the San Jose bathroom remodel permit requirements.
We apply for plumbing permits for alterations of several plumbing layouts and fixtures, often changes in design, location, and number of fixtures.

Electrical Permit

Electrical permits are also very important for the success of your bathroom renovation in San Jose. Also, we can either get a “Minor Remodel Permit” or “Major Remodel Permit” according the San Jose bathroom remodel permit requirements for electrical works.
We will apply for the necessary permits when moving or adding electrical outlets or rerouting wiring.

Material Sourcing

While designing your new space we develop the finished design by sourcing samples of required materials like tiles, flooring, countertops, lighting, plumbing fixtures and accents. We also encourage you to visit preferred vendors together with our experts to get the right materials.

We will guide you through specialty design collections for plumbing, electrical, flooring, lighting, and carpentry materials. You’ll get a real feel for what is available in the market, and consult our professionals on the ideas and what products will best achieve your goals.

Construction

The construction phase is where we start off and get the work done. It is the longest part of our process and typically depends on the scope of your project. The construction phases consists of:

  1. Demolition – where we first prepare the entire home for the mess by securing spaces (with zipper doors) and installing extra air filters on HVACs to make sure your home remains tidy. We then proceed to strip back the space to the studs.
  2. Electricity and Plumbing – we again refer to the San Jose bathroom remodel regulations to move or add wiring and pipework.
  3. Walls – Once the wiring and pipe works are approved, we erect walls and the process covers framing, putting up drywalls, insulation and skim coating.
  4. Tile – we then do tiling for sink backsplashes, tub surrounds, and walk-in showers.
  5. Flooring – your flooring of choice is laid.
  6. Cabinetry – countertops and cabinets are installed to your design preferences.
  7. Paint – the space (room) is painted.
  8. Plumbing fixtures – we will then move to installing the final plumbing fixtures like sinks, toilets, tubs and showerheads.
  9. Accents and Finishes – this is where we put the finishes touches to your bathroom by adding the hardware to cabinets and drawers, installing custom closets, putting up light fixtures, wall coverings, and hanging mirrors.

Final Inspection

With all the final permit card for your San Jose bathroom remodel, we will schedule a final inspection by the local permitting office for a final approval for the work done.

Once the project is approved, we will hand it over to you as we go through the quality checks and making sure they meet your quality standards.

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ROI for a San Jose bathroom remodel

As your experienced bathroom remodel contractor in San Jose, we understand bathroom remodels are vital for increasing your home’s value and return on investments (ROI), in addition to improving appearance and functionality.

Our understanding has also been anchored on Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report. It reports that a midrange bathroom renovation yields 68% of the cost at resale, while bathroom upgrades incorporating universal design features (often adapted for special groups with disabilities or mobility issues) have an average ROI of 63%.

The magazine also recognizes that upscale bathroom remodels, which involves expanding the size of standard bathrooms and relocation of the fixture, have an average ROI of 59%. It also identifies that master suite additions have an average ROI of 52%.

Regardless of your design and layout preferences, we are here to guide you through your upcoming bathroom remodel in San Jose for the best returns possible.

Important elements of your San Jose bathroom remodel

At White Remodeling, we understand you want answers what kind of return on investment you could get from your bathroom remodeling project in San Jose.

Thanks to our over 15 years in the remodel industry and understanding of the real estate market in San Jose, here are the high value remodel elements to focus on:

Plumbing fixtures

Though it might seem as a minor part of your bathroom remodel, updating plumbing fixture could not only make your bathroom modern and inviting, but they also boost the value of the space. We make sure you choose fixtures that complement the rest of the bathroom.

Flooring

For the best ROI for your bathroom upgrade in San Jose, you’ll need to have the right flooring that can be both stylish and fit the current quality standards.

We’ll help you get the right flooring that is waterproof and can be maintained over a long period for a better ROI.

Vanity upgrades

As much as you might think that upgrading your vanity only improves the look of your bathroom, you should include good lighting, counter spaces, large mirror, and double sink additions to increase the overall value of your space.

Modern universal design

Although embracing modern and futuristic styles is important for your San Jose bathroom remodel project, adding modifications for accessibility is another important selling point for some home buyers.

Our whole idea behind modern and universal design is not just for the elderly and handicap accessibility, but for everyone to appreciate it.

For instance, a curb-less shower (zero-entry shower) benefits everyone from those with limited mobility, the elderly to kids.

Our guide for a handicap bathroom remodel in San Jose

At White Remodeling, we advocate for accessible living through our universal designs that create beautiful handicap bathroom remodeling solutions that offer extra safety features for the disabled and our elderly customers.

Our universal design system is tailored to suit your needs to comply with the California ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and we will guide you through the accessibility compliance codes and laws in San Jose and how they apply to your property.

For bathroom remodeling in San Jose, here are vital adjustments that are generally helpful for persons with a wide range of disabilities.

Wheelchair bathroom access

This is the first thing our universal design takes into consideration, because it’s the backbone towards having an accessible bathroom makeover.

The law specifies a minimum doorway with of 36 inches with a minimum hallway with of 48 inches to allow for full wheelchair accessibility. It also dictated that you should provide a minimum 36 inches in all directions for T-shaped 180 degree turns.

Accessible sink

One of the primary features of universal design bathrooms is an accessible sink with the correct height. We make sure we install the sink at a reachable height (semi-recessed sinks), while leaving enough room underneath it to accommodate a wheel chair.

In details, at least 29” knee clearance for wheelchair users, not more than 34” from the floor for easy access from a seated position, at least 30” by 48” space in front of the sink for a forward approach, and no more than 36” and 40” from the floor for towel bars and medicine cabinets respectively.

Adapted toilet

We install toilets with accessibility in mind to ensure safety of special persons, no injuries or falls. Our handicapped toilets are suspended, ergonomic, and equipped with both manual and pneumatic tilting mechanism.

In details, a wall-mounted toilet with a seat not higher than 17” from the floor, path width of at least 36”, at least 24” long grab bars around the toilet, and enough room to park your wheelchair. We also include toilet/bidet combinations if your struggle with dexterity and motor skills, and seat risers and padded arms for elevation and support as you stand up and sit down.

Handicap accessible showers

Our accessible shower designs and installation usually have one key element: space! We ensure there is enough space to park your wheelchair, a comfortable shower chair, strong grab rails, anti-slip floor and mats, and our preferred frameless showers.

We also include special handicap bathroom accessories such as handicap shower heads, shower entry ramps, shower transfer benches, bathtub grab bars, and more.

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Federal and local government programs to finance your bathroom remodel

If you’re looking to profit from the federal and your local government incentives for your San Jose bathroom remodel, our experts are here to guide you through the available options.

Energy grants

Through the Weatherization Assistance Program the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has built a framework to provide you free bathroom renovation grants. This mainly covers HVAC replacements, household appliance replacement and window replacement and repair.

Rural grants

The U.S. department of Agriculture (USDA) has the Rural Development program that offers both grants and loans to elderly and dis-abled people for home renovations. Although the grants are federal, we will have to contact your local USDA office to check for requirements and your eligibility.

Urban grants

The U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) also offers several free home renovation grants to sponsoring organization that disperse the funds to eligible homeowners in the respective service areas.

We will help you apply for this support by checking the requirements and eligibility for grantees serving your local San Jose area.

Tax grants

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also comes in handy for your San Jose bathroom remodel considering it covers home improvements that increases your property values and utility.

FAQs about bathroom remodel

Does The Local Real Estate Market Show Demand For New Bathrooms?

As per the ROI for San Jose bathroom remodel, it’s true that a well-established bathroom renovation is one of the best solutions to increase your home’s value.

We will have our real estate experts run recent comps for your area, and give you the right reports on what shall dictate your remodel project.

Which Type Of Paint Is The Better Choice For Bathrooms, Flat Or Semi-Gloss?

If you want to be able to do a quick wipe-down to rid your bathroom walls of stray hand-prints and other uninvited markings, we recommend you stick with the semi-gloss.

Wiping down flat paint causes it to begin to break down more quickly, leading to frequent repainting, and you will be hard-pressed to surfaces looking as good as new.

Areas around light switches, doors, and near the shower are notorious hand-print collectors, so the ability to wipe them clean is imperative. Because semi-gloss paint is more reflective than flat, and also helps to give lighting a boost.

What Makes My Bathroom Remodel Timeless?

This comes down to what trends your preferences, and your choices of features to include in the new bathroom spaces.

As your go-to bathroom remodeling company is San Jose, we will study your preferences, advices you accordingly, and come up with the right designs that would reflect your desires and remain relevant for year to come.

Is My Bathroom Remodel Tax Deductible?

The federal tax laws states that a new bathroom remodel in never a deductible expenses if your home is strictly used as a personal residence.

However, there are certain bathroom amenities that are eligible for tax deductions.

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