You’re not remodeling your bathroom because you’re bored. You’re doing it because something isn’t working—the layout is cramped, the fixtures are outdated, or you’re worried about safety hazards hiding behind those old tiles. Maybe you’ve been putting it off because you’ve heard the horror stories: contractors who disappear mid-job, budgets that balloon by 30%, projects that drag on for months.
Here’s what changes when the work is done right. You walk into a bathroom that feels bigger, even if the square footage hasn’t changed. Storage makes sense. The shower is something you actually want to use. And you’re not wondering when the next thing will break.
The difference isn’t just in how it looks. It’s in how the job gets handled from day one. Clean work sites. A contractor who picks up the phone. A timeline that holds. No surprises buried in your walls that suddenly add $5,000 to the bill—or if there are, you know about them immediately with a plan to address them.
We’ve been handling bathroom remodels, kitchen renovations, and full-scale home improvements across Nassau County for more than five decades. We’re a general contractor, licensed and insured, and we specialize in the kind of large-scale projects that require real skill—not just a crew with a truck.
What sets us apart in Franklin Square isn’t just experience. It’s that Ray is on the job site every single day, working alongside the crew. You’re not dealing with a project manager who juggles twelve jobs at once. You’re working with someone who knows exactly what’s happening in your home because he’s the one doing the work.
Franklin Square homes—many built in the early 1900s—come with their own challenges. Old plumbing. Uneven subfloors. Electrical that hasn’t been touched in decades. We’ve seen it all, and we know how to handle it without turning your remodel into a six-month ordeal.
First, we walk through your bathroom and talk about what’s not working. Not what we think you need—what you actually need. We look at the layout, the plumbing, the electrical. We talk about your budget and your timeline, and we set realistic expectations from the start.
Then we map out the scope. If your project doesn’t need a permit, that’s ideal—we can move faster. If it does, we handle it. Either way, you get a clear timeline and a breakdown of costs before any work begins. No vague estimates. No “we’ll figure it out as we go.”
Once the job starts, we keep the site clean. Every day. You’ll see progress, not chaos. And if something unexpected comes up—a pipe that needs replacing, a subfloor that’s rotted—we call you immediately. We explain what it is, why it matters, and what it’ll take to fix it. Then we adjust the plan and keep moving.
The goal is simple: get the work done right, on time, and without turning your life upside down. When we’re finished, your bathroom works the way it should. And if you ever need us again—even at 3 a.m. because a pipe froze—we pick up the phone.
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A bathroom remodel with us covers everything from demolition to the final fixture. We handle the plumbing upgrades, electrical work, tile installation, vanity and countertop installation, and any structural changes needed to improve the layout. If you want a walk-in shower instead of that old tub, we make it happen. If you need better ventilation to stop mold from coming back, we install it.
In Franklin Square, we’re seeing more homeowners move away from bathtubs in favor of larger, more functional showers. That shift makes sense—it’s what 55% of homeowners across the country are doing in primary bathrooms. We also see a lot of requests for better storage solutions, anti-slip flooring, and grab bars, especially in homes where aging in place is part of the plan.
The bathroom remodeling market is growing because people are finally prioritizing comfort and safety over resale value. You’re not renovating for the next owner. You’re doing it because you’re tired of dealing with a bathroom that doesn’t work. We get that, and we build accordingly.
Trends for 2026 lean toward smaller layout tweaks that make a big impact—better lighting, smarter storage, eco-friendly fixtures. We’re not here to upsell you on things you don’t need. We’re here to build a bathroom that solves the problems you actually have.
Most bathroom remodels in Franklin Square fall between $10,000 and $25,000, depending on the size of the space and the scope of work. That range covers a full remodel—new plumbing, electrical upgrades, tile, fixtures, vanity, and any structural changes to improve the layout.
The national average sits between $6,500 and $32,000, but Long Island costs tend to run higher because of labor rates and the age of the homes we’re working with. Older homes often need more prep work—subfloor repairs, updated wiring, or plumbing that hasn’t been touched in decades.
About 54% of homeowners budget in that $10K to $25K range, but only 39% stay within it. The biggest culprits for overages are plumbing and electrical surprises, which account for 34% of unexpected costs. That’s why we do a thorough walkthrough before quoting—so you know what you’re getting into before the first wall comes down.
A full bathroom remodel typically takes three to five weeks, depending on the complexity of the job. If we’re just swapping fixtures and updating finishes, it’s closer to two weeks. If we’re relocating plumbing, expanding the footprint, or dealing with structural issues, it can stretch to six weeks.
The timeline also depends on permits. Jobs that don’t require permits move faster—we can start as soon as materials arrive. If permits are needed, add another week or two to the front end while we wait for approvals.
We set a realistic timeline at the start and stick to it. Ray maps out the schedule before work begins, and he’s on site every day to make sure things keep moving. If something unexpected pops up—like a rotted subfloor or outdated wiring—we address it immediately and adjust the timeline if needed. You’ll always know where things stand.
Clear out everything in the bathroom—toiletries, towels, anything stored in cabinets. We’ll handle the demolition and removal of fixtures, but starting with an empty space helps us move faster.
If it’s your only bathroom, plan for alternative arrangements. You’ll need access to another bathroom for the duration of the project, whether that’s a second bathroom in your home or a neighbor’s place. We work as quickly as possible to minimize disruption, but there will be days when the space is completely unusable.
Expect some noise and dust, even though we keep the job site clean. We’ll seal off the work area as much as possible, but bathroom remodels involve cutting tile, running new plumbing, and sometimes opening walls. If you have pets or young kids, it helps to keep them away from the work zone during demo and construction phases.
Yes. Small bathrooms are about smart layout choices, not square footage. Swapping a bulky vanity for a wall-mounted one opens up floor space. Replacing a tub with a walk-in shower creates more room and makes the bathroom feel larger. Even something as simple as better lighting or a frameless glass shower door changes how the space feels.
Storage is usually the biggest challenge in small bathrooms. We build in recessed shelving, use vertical space more effectively, and design vanities with drawers instead of doors so you’re not wasting space on hinges and dead corners.
Franklin Square has a lot of older homes with bathrooms that were built when space wasn’t a priority. We’ve remodeled plenty of them, and the goal is always the same: make the bathroom more functional without tearing down walls or expanding the footprint. Most of the time, you don’t need more space—you just need to use the space you have better.
It depends on the scope of work. If you’re replacing fixtures, updating tile, or swapping a vanity, you typically don’t need a permit. If you’re moving plumbing, relocating walls, or doing electrical work that involves new circuits, you’ll need one.
We handle permit applications if your project requires them. It adds time to the front end—usually a week or two—but it’s necessary for any work that involves structural changes or major system upgrades. Skipping permits on work that requires them can cause problems down the road, especially if you ever sell the house.
That said, we prefer jobs that don’t require permits because they move faster and involve less red tape. If your remodel falls into that category, we can start as soon as you’re ready. Either way, we’ll tell you upfront whether permits are needed and what that means for your timeline and budget.
We stop, assess the damage, and call you immediately. Mold and water damage are common in older bathrooms, especially in homes with poor ventilation or slow leaks that went unnoticed for years. It’s not something you can ignore—it needs to be addressed before we move forward.
We’ll explain what we found, what caused it, and what it’ll take to fix it. That might mean replacing sections of drywall, treating the affected area, or upgrading ventilation to prevent it from happening again. We give you a clear cost estimate for the additional work and adjust the timeline accordingly.
The good news is that catching it during a remodel is the best time to deal with it. You’re already opening walls and replacing fixtures, so addressing the root cause now prevents bigger problems later. And because Ray is on site every day, nothing sits unnoticed. If there’s an issue, you’ll know about it right away.
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