Bathroom Remodeling · Oak Brook, IL
Bathroom Remodeling in Oak Brook, IL
Bathroom Remodeling for homeowners in Oak Brook. Oak Brook primary baths are often large enough for a full rebuild with a walk-in shower where a jetted tub once sat, heated floors and a double vanity.
Oak Brook, IL
Bathroom Remodeling in Oak Brook: Primary Baths, Shower Remodeling, Tub-to-Shower Conversion, Vanity
Oak Brook is known for large wooded lots and spacious homes in neighborhoods like Forest Glen, Brook Forest and Yorkshire Woods, a short drive from Oakbrook Center. A lot of Oak Brook homes were built between the 1960s and the 1990s. The rooms are big, but the kitchens and baths often still show that era: heavy oak cabinets, soffits, tile counters and jetted tubs.
Oak Brook primary baths are often large enough for a full rebuild with a walk-in shower where a jetted tub once sat, heated floors and a double vanity. Guardian Surface Pros plans the whole bathroom with you — layout, materials, fixtures and lighting — and builds it in the right order so the finish work sits on a solid base. Learn more on our main bathroom remodeling page, or see everything we do in Oak Brook.
Vanities, storage and counters
A double vanity is standard in most primary bathrooms, but two sinks are not always the best use of the wall. A single sink with more counter and drawer space often works better. Floating vanities make a small room feel larger and make the floor easier to clean. Built-in medicine cabinets, a linen tower and drawers with dividers take care of the clutter that ends up on the counter.
Quartz is the go-to vanity top for the same reasons as in the kitchen. Marble works well in powder rooms and low-traffic baths.
Ventilation, lighting and fixtures
A bath fan that vents outside — not into the attic — and is sized for the room is what keeps mold off the ceiling. Lighting should include good light at the mirror from the sides or above, not just a single ceiling fixture. Fixtures such as pressure-balance or thermostatic shower valves, comfort-height toilets and wall-mounted faucets are all decided early, because the rough plumbing is built around them.
Choosing the right scope for your Oak Brook bathroom
| Project size | What is usually included | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Powder room | Vanity, toilet, lighting, mirror, flooring and wall finish | Guest-facing rooms that need impact |
| Hall bath | Tub or shower, vanity, tile, fixtures and ventilation | Kids' and guest baths that are worn out |
| Primary bath | Walk-in shower, double vanity, freestanding tub, heated floors, layout changes | Owner's suites and full renovations |
Thinking about the kitchen too? We also handle kitchen remodeling in Oak Brook, and many owners do both in one project.
Bathroom Remodeling near Oak Brook
We also do bathroom remodeling in Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Downers Grove and Clarendon Hills.
Bathroom Remodeling in Oak Brook: questions
Do you do bathroom remodeling in Oak Brook?
Yes. Oak Brook is in our regular service area. Call or text (630) 888-2161 to set up a walkthrough.
What bathroom projects are most common in Oak Brook?
Oak Brook primary baths are often large enough for a full rebuild with a walk-in shower where a jetted tub once sat, heated floors and a double vanity.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A hall bath or powder room takes less time than a primary bathroom with layout changes. Tile work and waterproofing have cure times that cannot be rushed. Once the scope is set we give you a schedule with the estimate.
Can you turn my tub into a walk-in shower?
Yes. Tub-to-shower conversions are one of the most common bathroom projects. The tub comes out, the drain is moved to suit the shower, and a waterproof shower is built in its place.
What if you find water damage behind the walls?
It is common in older bathrooms. If we find rot, soft subfloor or mold when the walls come open, we show you before repairing it and explain what it adds to the job.
Is a curbless shower possible in my home?
Often, yes, but it depends on the floor structure. A curbless shower needs the floor recessed or sloped to the drain, which is easier over a basement or crawlspace than on a slab or in a condo. We check this at the walkthrough.
Should I keep a bathtub for resale?
In most homes it makes sense to keep at least one tub somewhere in the house, which is why many owners convert the primary bath to a large shower and keep a tub in a hall bath.
Can you add heated floors?
Yes. Electric radiant heat goes under the tile during the remodel and runs on its own thermostat.
How it works
How your Oak Brook bathroom remodel runs
- WalkthroughWe look at the bathroom, check for water damage signs and talk through what you want.
- Design and scopeLayout, shower or tub, vanity, tile, fixtures and lighting are set in writing.
- EstimateA written estimate that lists what is included, room by room.
- DemoThe old bathroom comes out and any hidden damage is shown to you before it is repaired.
- Rough-in and waterproofingPlumbing, electrical, ventilation and the shower waterproofing system go in.
- Tile and finishTile, vanity, fixtures, glass, accessories and a final walkthrough with you.
Bathroom Remodeling in Oak Brook, IL
Guardian Surface Pros serves Oak Brook and nearby towns.
Phone: (630) 888-2161
Planning a kitchen or bathroom remodel?
Call or text us to set up a walkthrough. Send a few photos of the space and we will come prepared.