The 10 Best Bathroom Renovation Companies in Hamilton, ON

Water. A shower that is not properly waterproofed behind the tile can leak into the walls for years before anyone notices. Ask which waterproofing system the firm uses and how it handles the shower floor and the joints.

A like-for-like update usually does not. Moving the toilet, shower or drains, adding a bathroom, or changing electrical circuits generally does. Your municipality decides, so confirm before work starts.

Usually. The firm removes the tub, reworks the drain for a shower, waterproofs the walls and floor, and builds or sets the shower base. Ask how it will handle the drain position and the waterproofing at the shower entry, especially for a curbless shower.

A renovation strips the room back to the studs and rebuilds it, which is the chance to fix hidden water damage, move fixtures and redo the waterproofing. A refit replaces fixtures and finishes in place. A refit is quicker, but it cannot fix problems behind the walls.

Ask the firm for a clearance certificate from the WSIB. The certificate confirms the firm is registered with the WSIB and up to date on its premiums, so check its dates cover your job.

Building permits for homes in Hamilton come from the City of Hamilton. For bathroom renovation, moving fixtures or drains, adding a bathroom or changing circuits usually needs one. Many firms apply for the permit as part of the job, so agree who does it before you sign.