How long does a bathroom renovation take on Salt Spring Island?

Typically 5–10 working days for a standard bathroom gut-and-replace. More complex scopes — tile showers, layout changes, subfloor repairs — run toward the higher end or beyond it.

Do I need to vacate my home during a bathroom renovation?

Usually not. If you have a second bathroom, we sequence work to keep at least one functional at all times. Single-bathroom homes require more planning, but most homeowners manage in place.

What happens if rot is found under the bathroom floor?

We stop, document the extent with photos, and price it as a change order. You review and sign off before we proceed. Hidden conditions are always extra — but they are never a surprise invoice at the end.

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Bathroom Renovation on Salt Spring Island — Scope & Cost

Bathroom renovations on Salt Spring Island involve the same core scope as anywhere — demo, waterproofing, tile, plumbing, fixtures, finish. The difference is island logistics, material lead times, and the reality that older island homes often hide moisture damage that needs to be dealt with before anything else.

Full Scope, Done Once

We scope bathroom renovations completely. Demo, hauling, substrate preparation, waterproofing membrane, tile setting, plumbing coordination, fixture installation, glass enclosure, and finish work. One estimate, one project, one invoice.

Waterproofing Is Not Optional

Island homes have high moisture exposure. Proper waterproofing — membrane systems under tile, not just cement board — is the difference between a bathroom that lasts 20 years and one that fails in five. We don't skip this step.

Hidden Water Damage

Older Salt Spring homes frequently have concealed moisture damage behind existing tile — rotted substrate, mould, deteriorated framing. When we find it, we stop, document it, and provide a separate written scope before any additional work proceeds. Nothing hidden on your invoice.

Typical Cost on Salt Spring Island

A bathroom renovation on Salt Spring Island typically runs $25,000–$60,000+ depending on size, tile selection, fixture grade, and layout changes. You receive a written itemized estimate before work begins.

Island Logistics

Material delivery is coordinated through our supplier network. Ferry scheduling for crew is factored into the project timeline — not added to your estimate.

Bathroom Renovations — Salt Spring Island & Gulf Islands

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Great Raven Renovations is a licensed renovation and roofing contractor serving Salt Spring Island, the Southern Gulf Islands, Cowichan Valley, and South Nanaimo. Written estimates, clear scope, no ferry surcharges.

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