Bathroom Remodeling · Western Springs, IL
Bathroom Remodeling in Western Springs, IL
Bathroom Remodeling for homeowners in Western Springs. Western Springs bathrooms are often small and original, making a full gut and rebuild the most common project.
Western Springs, IL
Bathroom Remodeling in Western Springs: Primary Baths, Shower Remodeling, Tub-to-Shower Conversion, Vanity
Western Springs is known for its historic water tower, a downtown on the BNSF line, and tree-lined streets of older homes. Western Springs homes are often older colonials and Tudors with small kitchens and original baths.
Western Springs bathrooms are often small and original, making a full gut and rebuild the most common project. 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 Western Springs.
Tile, flooring and heated floors
Porcelain tile is the workhorse of the bathroom — hard, water-resistant and available in almost any look, from marble patterns to wood-look planks. Large-format tile means fewer grout lines; small mosaic tile on a shower floor gives better grip and follows the slope to the drain.
Electric radiant floor heat is easy to add during a remodel, since the floor is already open. It sits under the tile, runs on a thermostat, and takes the chill off a tile floor on a Chicago winter morning.
Planning the budget
Bathroom budgets are driven mostly by three things: whether the layout changes, how much tile goes into the room, and the fixtures you choose. Keeping the toilet, vanity and shower drain where they are keeps plumbing simple. Tiling floor to ceiling, adding a bench, niches and glass, or moving to a curbless shower all add labor and material.
Older bathrooms add one more variable: what is behind the walls. Old galvanized supply lines, cast-iron drains and water damage are common in pre-1970s homes. Planning a small allowance for surprises means they do not derail the job when the walls come open.
Choosing the right scope for your Western Springs 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 Western Springs, and many owners do both in one project.
Bathroom Remodeling near Western Springs
We also do bathroom remodeling in Hinsdale, La Grange, Clarendon Hills and Burr Ridge.
Bathroom Remodeling in Western Springs: questions
Do you do bathroom remodeling in Western Springs?
Yes. Western Springs is in our regular service area. Call or text (630) 888-2161 to set up a walkthrough.
What bathroom projects are most common in Western Springs?
Western Springs bathrooms are often small and original, making a full gut and rebuild the most common project.
Can you keep my bathroom usable during the remodel?
A full remodel takes the room out of service. If it is the only bathroom in the house, tell us early so we can plan the sequence around that.
What tile is best for a shower floor?
Small tile such as mosaic or penny tile follows the slope to the drain and gives better grip. With a linear drain, larger tile can work.
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.
How it works
How your Western Springs 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 Western Springs, IL
Guardian Surface Pros serves Western Springs 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.