Primary bathrooms in eastern Chula Vista
Homes built in the 1990s and 2000s in Eastlake, Otay Ranch and similar communities usually have a generous primary bathroom with the space used poorly. The common plan is to remove the built-in tub, build a larger walk-in shower in its place and replace the vanity, lighting and flooring.
Because the room is big enough already, most of these projects keep the toilet and drains where they are, which holds the cost down.
Upstairs bathrooms need careful waterproofing
A bathroom on the second floor sits over a ceiling. A shower pan that leaks slowly can do a lot of damage before anyone sees a stain downstairs. A continuous waterproofing system behind the tile, a properly sloped shower floor and a flood test before tile goes on are what prevent that.
The floor framing also limits how far a drain can move and whether a curbless shower is practical.
Older bathrooms on the west side
West of I-805, many homes have one original bathroom with a tub, older supply lines and no exhaust fan. These remodels usually include new plumbing in the walls, a fan vented to the outside and a layout that makes better use of a small room.
Permits in Chula Vista
Moving plumbing, adding electrical circuits or changing walls needs a permit from the City of Chula Vista's Development Services Department. Replacing fixtures where they stand often does not.
How a bathroom remodel with All Pro Contractor runs
- Site visit to review the room, the plumbing and ventilation, and what you want to change.
- Written estimate with scope, allowances and responsibilities for design and permits.
- Selections and ordering, so tile, fixtures and glass are on hand before demolition.
- Demolition, rough plumbing and electrical, inspections, waterproofing, then tile, fixtures and finishes.