You wake up to a bathroom that doesn’t frustrate you before your day even starts. The shower pressure’s consistent. The vanity has actual storage. The tile doesn’t make you cringe every time you look at it.
A proper bathroom remodel fixes the stuff that’s been bugging you for years. More counter space so two people can get ready without bumping elbows. Better lighting that doesn’t make you look like you’re standing in a cave. Fixtures that work the first time, every time.
And when it’s done, you’re not dealing with callback visits or mystery leaks three months later. The work holds up because it was done by people who’ve been doing this across Nassau County for over 40 years. You’ll recoup around 74% of what you spend when you sell, and homes with updated bathrooms move 23% faster than ones with outdated spaces. That’s not a sales pitch—that’s just what the numbers show.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been handling bathroom renovations and full-scale home projects in Carle Place and across Nassau County for more than 40 years. We’re a general contractor that specializes in the bigger jobs—kitchen and bathroom remodels, first-floor renovations, dormers, extensions—but we’re not chasing every lead that comes through.
We answer the phone when you call. We text back. If your pipes freeze in January, we show up. Our crews sweep the site daily and haul debris with them, so you’re not staring at a dumpster in your driveway for weeks.
Carle Place homeowners know what good work looks like, and they know when someone’s cutting corners. We don’t do the latter. Our BuildZoom score puts us in the top 1% of licensed contractors in New York, and we carry a million-dollar insurance policy. You’re covered, the work’s legitimate, and we’ve been doing this long enough to know what actually matters when you’re tearing into walls and rerouting plumbing.
First, we walk through your space and talk about what’s not working. You tell us what you want—more storage, a walk-in shower, better lighting, whatever it is. We’re not here to upsell you on features you don’t need.
Then we map out the scope. If we’re moving plumbing or electrical, we tell you upfront. If your subfloor’s rotted or your pipes are older than your mortgage, you’ll know before we start tearing things apart. No surprises halfway through the job.
Once the plan’s set, we handle demo, rough-in, and installation. Plumbing and electrical get done first. Then tile, vanity, fixtures, lighting. We’re on-site daily, and we clean up daily. You’re not living in a construction zone any longer than necessary.
Throughout the project, Ray walks you through what’s happening and what’s next. If you want to change something mid-job, we adjust. If you’re not happy with a selection, we fix it. We’ve built long-term relationships with clients across Long Island because we don’t make changes feel like a burden.
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A full bathroom renovation covers everything from subfloor to ceiling. That means new plumbing if your old pipes are galvanized steel or cast iron that’s been hiding behind your walls since the ’70s. It means proper ventilation so you’re not dealing with mold in two years. It means waterproofing that actually works.
You’ll get new tile, a vanity that fits the space, a shower or tub that makes sense for how you actually use the room. Fixtures that lower your water bill and don’t leak. Lighting that’s functional, not decorative. If you want heated floors or a rainfall showerhead, we can do that too.
In Nassau County, a midrange bathroom remodel typically runs between $21,000 and $40,000 depending on size and finishes. Luxury remodels with high-end tile, custom vanities, and spa features start around $40,000. Budget-friendly updates that focus on fixtures and cosmetic changes can come in around $15,000. We’ll tell you what makes sense for your space and your budget, and we’ll stick to the number we give you.
Carle Place homes—especially older ones—often have plumbing and electrical that need updating before anything cosmetic happens. We account for that upfront so you’re not hit with change orders halfway through.
Most full bathroom renovations take between three and six weeks, depending on the scope. If we’re just swapping fixtures and updating tile, you’re looking at the shorter end. If we’re moving walls, rerouting plumbing, or dealing with old cast iron pipes that need replacing, it takes longer.
Demo usually happens in the first few days. Rough plumbing and electrical come next. Then waterproofing, tile, vanity installation, and fixtures. We’re not dragging it out, but we’re also not rushing through the stuff that matters.
Weather can slow things down in winter if we’re dealing with frozen pipes or need to vent properly. And if you’re in an older Carle Place home with surprises behind the walls—rotted subfloors, outdated wiring—that adds time. We flag those issues as soon as we see them and adjust the timeline with you.
Skipping proper ventilation. You can have the nicest tile and the fanciest fixtures, but if moisture’s building up because your exhaust fan is undersized or poorly placed, you’re going to deal with mold and mildew down the road.
Another common one is not addressing old plumbing. If your pipes are original to the house and you’re just covering them up with new tile, you’re setting yourself up for leaks or worse. Galvanized steel and cast iron corrode over time, and once they start failing, it’s not a small fix.
People also underestimate how much a layout change costs. Moving a toilet or relocating your shower means rerouting drain lines, and that’s not cheap. It’s worth doing if the current layout doesn’t work, but it’s something to budget for upfront. We’ll walk you through what makes sense and what’s going to eat up your budget without giving you much return.
It depends on what you’re doing. If you’re replacing fixtures, updating tile, or swapping a vanity, you typically don’t need a permit. If you’re moving plumbing, changing the layout, or doing electrical work, you probably do.
Nassau County has specific requirements, and the rules can vary depending on your municipality within the county. We handle permit-required jobs, but we’re also upfront about what triggers the need for one so you know what you’re getting into.
Some contractors avoid permit work because it adds time and inspection requirements. We don’t shy away from it, but we also know that plenty of homeowners prefer projects that don’t require that process. If your job falls into that category and everything’s up to code, we’re good to go. If it doesn’t, we’ll tell you what’s required and handle the process.
A midrange bathroom renovation in Nassau County typically runs between $21,000 and $40,000. That gets you new tile, a quality vanity, updated plumbing and fixtures, proper lighting, and a functional layout. If you’re going for high-end finishes—custom tile, frameless glass shower, heated floors, premium fixtures—you’re looking at $40,000 and up.
Budget-friendly updates that focus on cosmetic changes and fixture replacements can come in around $15,000, but that assumes your plumbing and electrical are in good shape and you’re not changing the layout.
Older homes in Carle Place often need more work than newer construction. If your pipes are original or your subfloor’s compromised, that adds to the cost. We don’t hide those numbers. We’ll tell you upfront what we’re working with and what it’s going to take to do it right. The goal is to give you a number you can trust, not one that balloons once we’re halfway through the job.
Someone who’s licensed, insured, and has a track record you can verify. In New York, that means an active home improvement contractor license and liability coverage. We carry a million-dollar policy, and our BuildZoom score ranks in the top 1% of licensed contractors statewide.
You also want someone who answers the phone and shows up when they say they will. It sounds basic, but it’s where a lot of contractors fall short. We respond to calls and texts, and if something goes wrong—pipes freeze, a leak pops up—we’re there.
Look at how they handle changes. If you decide halfway through that you want a different tile or fixture, does that turn into a nightmare, or do they adjust without making you feel like you’re causing problems? We’ve kept clients for over a decade because we don’t treat changes like inconveniences. And finally, check how they leave the job site. If they’re not cleaning up daily, you’re going to be living in a mess for weeks. We sweep and haul debris every day.
Yes, but it takes planning. The layout matters more in a small bathroom than it does in a large one. A walk-in shower with frameless glass opens up the space visually. A wall-mounted vanity creates the illusion of more floor space. Good lighting—especially if you’re working with a bathroom that doesn’t have a window—makes a huge difference.
Storage is the other piece. If you don’t build in enough spots for towels, toiletries, and everyday items, the room’s going to feel cluttered no matter how nice the finishes are. We add recessed shelving in showers, medicine cabinets with actual depth, and vanities with drawers that make sense for what you’re actually storing.
Tile choice plays a role too. Larger tiles with fewer grout lines make a small space feel bigger. Light colors reflect more light. These aren’t design tricks—they’re just practical choices that affect how the room feels when you’re using it every day. We’ve done plenty of small bathroom remodels in Carle Place, and the ones that work best are the ones where every inch is used intentionally.
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