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AfterFast, Reliable Bathroom Remodeling Across Ives Estates
A full bathroom remodel in Ives Estates typically runs $9,000 to $28,000, with tub to shower conversions landing between $3,500 and $10,000. That is the honest range before we see what is behind your walls. If you own one of the 1970s or 1980s CBS ranch homes that dominate this neighborhood, what is behind those walls matters more than the tile you pick. Call (936) 259-2607 and we will walk you through exactly what your project will cost, in writing, before any work starts.
We work throughout Ives Estates, from Rolling Oaks to the blocks off NE 203rd Street and up toward County Line Road. Knowing this housing stock is not a marketing line. It changes how we bid, how we schedule, and what we plan for before the first hammer swings. If you have been burned by a contractor before, you already know why that matters.
Why Penhallow Remodeling Is Ives Estates’s Preferred Bathroom Remodeling Company
Homeowners in Ives Estates call us because the neighborhoods here share a specific building history. These are concrete block and stucco homes built mostly between the late 1960s and the 1980s, and nearly every one of them predates the post-Hurricane Andrew code changes that Miami-Dade now enforces. When we open up a bathroom in Ives Estates, we expect furring strips, older framing, and waterproofing that was never meant to last this long. That is not a problem. It is just the job.
Trevor Nash runs our local crew, and he is the one who signs off on every written estimate before it reaches you. We put the price in writing, we show up in the window we gave you, and every project includes our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something fails inside that first year, we come back and fix it. No service call fee, no re-inspection charge. That promise is written into every Ives Estates contract we send out.
You will also see the same face on the job. Our technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform, whether we are tearing out a hall bath near Ives Estates Park or setting tile in a primary suite off NE 10th Avenue. And if you call at 2 a.m. because a supply line is leaking into the ceiling, a real person answers. Not a voicemail, not a callback service. That is a standing fact of how we operate.
Shower Remodel in Ives Estates
A shower remodel in Ives Estates usually means one of two things: the shower is leaking into the wall cavity, or the homeowner is done looking at cracked 1970s tile. Either way, the work starts the same way. We remove the tile and the substrate behind it, inspect the furring strips and the block wall, and only then do we tell you what the shower needs. A full Bathroom Remodeling project that includes a new shower pan, valve, tile, and glass enclosure in this area typically runs $4,500 to $12,000 for a walk-in installation.
That cost includes a written change-order process if we find something unexpected. In Ives Estates, we all know what that usually is: failed waterproofing or rotted furring strips hidden behind the green board. We will not tile over that. We will show it to you, price the fix, and get your approval before we touch it.
What We Rebuild
When we rebuild a shower in these homes, we start at the block. If the furring strips are compromised, we replace them with pressure-treated lumber. If the drain rough-in is undersized galvanized pipe from the original build, we price the upgrade. Then we install a cement board substrate with a waterproof membrane, which is the step that actually keeps the shower dry for decades.
Glass and Tile After the Structure Is Right
Once the structure is sound, we get to the visible part. Homeowners in Ives Estates tend to choose large-format porcelain tile and frameless glass enclosures, and we carry the materials to make that work. We install Kohler and Moen fixtures as standard, and we can quote Cambria or Silestone for any solid-surface pieces in the shower.
Tub to Shower Conversion in Ives Estates
A tub to shower conversion in Ives Estates is one of the most common projects we do for aging-in-place homeowners and for families tired of stepping over a tub wall. The job involves removing the existing tub, opening the wall, replacing the drain rough-in and shower valve, and building a walk-in shower to Miami Dade’s current code. In this area, that work runs $3,500 to $10,000 depending on the size of the opening and what the existing plumbing looks like.
Here is what a homeowner in Rolling Oaks or along NE 199th Street should know before the demo: once the tub is out, the permit process exposes whatever is behind it. The original 1970s drain line may be 1.5-inch galvanized, corroded and undersized. Miami-Dade will not let us reconnect a new shower to that pipe. We will write the replacement into the scope before we cut anything, so you never get a surprise invoice at the end.
The Conversion Process
We pull the tub, cap the old drain, and inspect the slab around the waste line. Then we set the new drain at the correct slope, run a 2-inch PVC line, and frame out the shower footprint. The old tub deck gets a new curb and a waterproof pan, and the walls get cement board and membrane before tile goes up.
Aging in Place, Done Right
Many of these conversions are for homeowners who want a low-threshold entry and a built-in bench. We can do that. We also frame the rough opening for a future grab bar installation, even if you are not ready for one, so the structure is already there when you need it.
Trusted Brands We Service in Ives Estates
We install materials from brands that stand behind their products, because our 365-Day Done Right Promise works better when the manufacturer has its own guarantee too. On Ives Estates bathroom remodels, that means Kohler and Moen fixtures, Cambria or Silestone surfaces where solid materials make sense, and cement board underlayment from Sakrete. We keep standard parts and trim kits available for local jobs, which means a missing valve cartridge or a wrong shower arm does not stall your project for a week. It is a small thing, but in Ives Estates it keeps the job moving.
Common Bathroom Remodeling Problems We See in Ives Estates Homes
- Furring-strip cavities that hide rotted framing. The original builders attached drywall to furring strips set against concrete block, leaving an air gap. In wet-season humidity, that gap holds moisture and the framing rots behind the tile. We find it, replace it, and waterproof the new wall before tile goes up.
- Undersized galvanized drain lines from the 1970s. The original rough-in was often 1.5 inch galvanized steel. Code now requires 2 inch PVC for showers. If we do not replace it, the inspector will fail the rough-in. We price it into the job before we start.
- Water intrusion from the low-pitch roof and original jalousie windows. When we open a bathroom ceiling for a vent or light, we sometimes find roof leaks that were never visible from below. That has to be fixed before we close the bathroom up, or the new tile and drywall will fail the same way the old ones did.
- Original green board used behind tile in wet areas. Green board was never meant for shower walls. It absorbs moisture and crumbles. We remove it entirely and replace it with cement board and a waterproof membrane, which is the current code requirement in Ives Estates.
Pricing for Bathroom Remodeling in Ives Estates, FL
A full Bathroom Remodeling in Ives Estates project runs $9,000 to $28,000, and most of that range is determined by what is inside the walls, not what is on the surface. A small hall bath might finish around $12,000 with a new tub, vanity, and tile, while a primary bath with a walk-in shower, freestanding tub, and two vanities might reach $28,000 before finish work. The price table below breaks down the most common line items in this market, so you can see exactly what you are comparing when a bid comes back.
| Project | Price Range in Ives Estates |
|---|---|
| Bathroom Remodel | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small Bathroom Remodel | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Walk-In Shower Installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Shower Replacement | $3,000 – $8,500 |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $800 – $3,000 |
Every Penhallow Remodeling bid is a written price, not an estimate range. If we find something that changes the scope, we bring it to you in a written change order before we do the work. The number you approve is the number you pay. Call (936) 259-2607 to schedule a free estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Ives Estates
Our crews serve Ives Estates and the surrounding South Florida communities, including Miami, Hialeah, Miami Gardens, and Homestead. If you are searching for bathroom remodeling and your home is south of County Line Road, there is a good chance we are already working on your street. The same crew, the same written pricing, the same guarantee applies everywhere we go.
Serving Ives Estates, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
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FAQs About Bathroom Remodeling in Ives Estates
Yes. Any bathroom remodel in Ives Estates that moves plumbing, changes the footprint, or alters framing requires a permit from Miami-Dade County. Pulling that permit triggers a code review of the existing structure, and in these 1970s and 1980s CBS homes, that means the inspector will look at the drain rough-in, waterproofing, and the wall assembly before sign-off. We handle the permit, the inspection, and any required upgrades. Call (936) 259-2607 and we will walk you through what the scope will include.
That gap is the furring-strip cavity. Builders in the 1970s attached drywall to wood strips fastened against concrete block instead of using a sealed, waterproof wall system. The gap was normal practice for the time, but it holds moisture in South Florida humidity and hides rot and mold until the tile is removed. We rebuild the wall with modern waterproofing so the cavity is sealed and the new shower stays dry.
A tub-to-shower conversion in Ives Estates typically costs $3,500 to $10,000. The lower end covers a straightforward swap where the drain and valve are in good shape and the footprint stays the same. The upper end covers projects where we have to replace the 1970s galvanized drain line, reframe the opening, or correct water damage behind the tub. We give you a written price before we start, and any change is approved in writing before we proceed.
We install Kohler and Moen fixtures as standard on Ives Estates bathroom remodels, and we use Cambria or Silestone for solid-surface pieces where the homeowner wants a seamless quartz surface. Behind the tile, we use Sakrete cement board and a waterproof membrane that carries its own material warranty, which means you are covered by both the manufacturer and our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
We bring you a written change order before we touch anything that was not in the original scope. If we find rotted furring strips, a corroded drain rough-in, or water intrusion from the roof, we show it to you, explain what it means, and get your signature on the new price before the work happens. You never pay for something you did not approve. Call (936) 259-2607 to talk through your project and get a free estimate.
Written by Trevor Nash, Owner at Penhallow Remodeling, serving Ives Estates and the surrounding South Florida communities.