You’re not just getting new tile and fixtures. You’re getting a bathroom that actually works for your morning routine, holds up through Long Island winters, and doesn’t become another project you regret starting.
The average bathroom remodel in Nassau County costs around $15,000, and over 20% go over budget because contractors disappear mid-job or uncover “surprises” they should’ve caught during the estimate. That’s not how we work.
When the job’s done, you’ve got a space that functions better, looks exactly how you pictured it, and was completed by people who showed up when they said they would. The floors are level. The grout lines are clean. The shower doesn’t leak. And you didn’t have to chase anyone down to make it happen.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been handling bathroom renovations across Freeport and Nassau County for more than four decades. We’re licensed, insured, and ranked in the top 1% of contractors in New York according to BuildZoom.
This is a family operation. Ray Sr. and Ray Jr. work together, and one of them is on your job site every single day. Not just stopping by—actually working. That’s rare, and it matters when you’re trusting someone with a $15,000+ investment in your home.
We answer the phone. We respond to texts. We’ve even handled frozen pipe emergencies at 3 a.m. in the middle of winter because that’s what Long Island homeowners deal with, and we’re not going to leave you hanging when it happens.
First, we come out to see the space. We’re looking at layout, plumbing, electrical, ventilation—everything that affects what’s possible and what it’ll cost. You tell us what you want, and we tell you what’s realistic based on the structure, your budget, and how bathrooms in Freeport homes are built.
Then we give you a detailed estimate. No vague line items. No “we’ll figure it out later.” If there’s something behind the walls that could be a problem, we flag it up front so you’re not blindsided three days into demo.
Once you approve, we schedule the work and stick to it. Our crews show up on time, keep the site clean every single day, and communicate if anything changes. Demo, plumbing, electrical, tile, fixtures—it all happens in order, with the right people doing each part. When we’re done, you do a final walkthrough and we make sure everything’s exactly right before we call it finished.
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A complete bathroom renovation means we’re handling everything—not just the cosmetic stuff. That includes demo and removal of old fixtures, tile, vanities, and anything else that’s getting replaced. We’re rerouting plumbing if the layout’s changing, upgrading electrical for new lighting or heated floors, and making sure ventilation meets code so you don’t end up with mold issues down the road.
We install new tile, whether that’s floor, shower, or full wall surrounds. We build or install vanities, mount sinks and faucets, set toilets, and handle any custom work like built-in storage or bench seating in the shower. If you’re adding a soaking tub, a walk-in shower, or reconfiguring the whole layout, we do that too.
In Freeport and across Nassau County, we see a lot of older homes where the bathroom hasn’t been touched since the ’80s or ’90s. That usually means outdated plumbing that’s been through decades of freeze-thaw cycles, which weakens pipes and causes leaks. We address that during the remodel so you’re not dealing with emergency repairs six months later. Everything gets brought up to current standards, and you end up with a bathroom that’s built to last another 20+ years.
Most full bathroom remodels in Freeport and Nassau County run between $12,000 and $25,000, depending on size, materials, and how much of the layout you’re changing. The national median is around $15,000, and that’s pretty consistent with what we see locally.
If you’re doing a small bathroom with basic updates—new tile, vanity, toilet, and fixtures—you’re probably on the lower end. If you’re gutting a master bath, moving plumbing, adding custom tile work, or installing higher-end fixtures, you’ll be closer to the upper range.
The projects that go over budget usually do so because the contractor didn’t account for what’s behind the walls, or because the homeowner made changes mid-project. We avoid that by being thorough during the estimate and locking in the scope before we start. If we find something unexpected—like old cast iron pipes that need replacing—we talk to you about it before moving forward, not after the bill’s already run up.
A full bathroom remodel typically takes three to five weeks from demo to final walkthrough. Smaller jobs—like a powder room refresh—can be done in under two weeks. Larger master bath renovations with custom tile, layout changes, or structural work can push closer to six weeks.
The timeline depends on a few things: how much demo is involved, whether we’re moving plumbing or electrical, how long materials take to arrive, and whether we uncover any issues once the walls are open. In older Freeport homes, it’s not uncommon to find outdated plumbing or wiring that needs upgrading, which can add a few days.
We give you a realistic timeline up front and keep you updated if anything changes. Our crews work efficiently, but we don’t rush through steps that need to be done right—like letting tile mortar cure properly or making sure waterproofing is fully sealed before moving on.
It depends on what you’re doing. If you’re just replacing fixtures, tile, or a vanity without moving plumbing or electrical, you typically don’t need a permit. But if you’re relocating a toilet, adding new electrical circuits, moving walls, or changing the footprint of the bathroom, you’ll need one.
In Nassau County, building codes are strict, and inspectors do check. We handle permit applications when they’re required, and we make sure the work meets code so you don’t run into issues later if you sell the house or file an insurance claim.
We prefer jobs that don’t require permits because they move faster and cost less, but we’re fully licensed and insured to handle permitted work when it’s necessary. If you’re not sure whether your project needs one, we’ll tell you during the estimate.
First, make sure they’re licensed and insured in New York. You can verify that through the state or check their BuildZoom score. If they’re not willing to show proof, that’s a red flag.
Second, ask how they handle communication. Do they answer the phone? Do they respond to texts? Will someone be on-site every day, or will you be dealing with a rotating crew that doesn’t know the plan? A lot of bathroom remodels go sideways because the contractor goes silent mid-project.
Third, get a detailed estimate—not a rough ballpark. You want line items for demo, plumbing, electrical, tile, fixtures, labor, everything. If the estimate is vague, the final bill will be too. And ask about their process for handling surprises. Every remodel uncovers something unexpected. The question is whether they’re upfront about it or use it as an excuse to jack up the price.
Yes. Winter remodels are common on Long Island, and we’ve done plenty of them. The cold doesn’t stop interior work, and in some cases, contractors are less booked during winter months, so you might get scheduled faster.
The main concern is if we’re working on exterior walls or dealing with frozen pipes. Nassau County winters are harsh, and older homes especially are prone to plumbing issues when temperatures drop. If your bathroom shares a wall with the outside or has pipes in an unheated space, we take extra precautions during demo and installation to avoid freeze damage.
We’ve handled emergency calls for frozen pipes in the middle of the night, so we know how to work around winter conditions. If anything, winter is a good time to upgrade your bathroom’s insulation and plumbing so you’re not dealing with the same problems next year.
Most people use the terms interchangeably, but technically a renovation means restoring or updating what’s already there, while a remodel means changing the layout or structure. In practice, a full bathroom remodel usually involves both.
If you’re replacing tile, fixtures, and the vanity but keeping everything in the same spot, that’s more of a renovation. If you’re moving the shower, expanding the footprint, or reconfiguring the whole layout, that’s a remodel.
For our purposes, we handle both. Whether you want a cosmetic refresh or a complete tear-down and rebuild, we scope it the same way: figure out what you want, what’s structurally possible, and what it’ll take to get it done right. The process doesn’t change much—it’s just a matter of how much demo and reconstruction is involved.
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