You’re not just getting new tile and fixtures. You’re getting a bathroom that works better, looks like the homes you see in magazines, and adds real value when it’s time to sell.
Most bathroom remodels on Long Island return 100-130% of what you put in. That’s not a guarantee, but it’s what the market shows. More importantly, you get a space that doesn’t frustrate you every morning—better lighting, storage that makes sense, and finishes that don’t look dated in three years.
If you’re thinking spa-like, that’s doable. Heated floors, rainfall showerheads, soaker tubs. If you just need something functional and clean, that works too. Either way, you’re looking at a bathroom that fits how you actually live, not what was trendy when the house was built.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been handling large-scale home improvement projects across Nassau County for years. Ray’s on the job site daily—not just managing, but working. That’s not common with general contractors, and it matters when decisions need to be made fast.
We’re licensed, insured, and bonded across Nassau and Suffolk County. Our crews are professional, respectful, and they clean up before they leave each day. You shouldn’t have to text three times to get a response or wonder if anyone’s showing up tomorrow.
Mineola homeowners deal with older housing stock, tight spaces, and the usual Long Island winter challenges. We’ve worked through frozen pipes at 3 a.m. and handled full bathroom renovations in homes where every inch counts. You need someone who knows the area and doesn’t disappear mid-project.
First, we walk through your bathroom and talk about what’s not working. You tell us what you want. We tell you what’s realistic, what’ll cost more than it’s worth, and what’s going to give you the best result for your budget.
Then we give you a clear estimate. No hidden fees or surprise change orders unless you actually change something. Once you’re ready to move forward, we schedule the work and give you a timeline that accounts for material lead times and the actual scope of the job.
During the remodel, our crew shows up on time, works through the day, and cleans up before they leave. Ray’s there to make sure everything’s moving right. If something comes up—old plumbing that needs replacing, a structural issue—we tell you immediately and explain your options.
When it’s done, you get a bathroom that works. We don’t leave until you’re satisfied, and if something needs adjusting after we’re gone, you can actually reach us.
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A full bathroom remodel means we handle everything—demolition, plumbing, electrical, tile work, fixtures, vanities, lighting, ventilation, and final finishes. You’re not coordinating five different contractors. We manage the whole project.
In Mineola, a lot of homes have bathrooms that haven’t been touched since the ’80s or ’90s. That usually means outdated plumbing, poor ventilation, and layouts that waste space. We modernize all of it. New vanities with actual storage, walk-in showers with proper drainage, exhaust fans that actually work, and lighting that doesn’t make you look like you’re in a basement.
If you want high-end finishes—quartz countertops, custom tile work, heated floors—we do that too. If you’re budget-conscious but still want quality materials and solid workmanship, we can work within that. The goal is a bathroom that fits your home, your routine, and your budget without cutting corners that’ll cost you later.
Long Island homes deal with humidity, cold winters, and aging infrastructure. We account for that. Proper waterproofing, insulation where it matters, and materials that hold up in this climate.
Most full bathroom renovations take 2-4 weeks, depending on the scope. If you’re doing a straightforward remodel—new tile, fixtures, vanity, and paint—you’re looking at closer to two weeks. If you’re reconfiguring the layout, moving plumbing, or adding features like heated floors or custom tile work, it stretches toward four weeks or more.
Material delays can add time, especially if you’re ordering custom vanities or specific tile that’s not in stock locally. We account for that in the timeline upfront. Weather can also be a factor in winter if we’re dealing with frozen pipes or delivery delays from storms.
We don’t drag projects out. Our crew works efficiently, cleans up daily, and stays on schedule unless something legitimately unforeseen comes up—like discovering old cast iron pipes that need replacing. If that happens, we tell you immediately and adjust the timeline with your approval.
It depends entirely on what you’re doing. A basic refresh with new fixtures, tile, and a stock vanity might run $8,000-$15,000. A full remodel with layout changes, high-end finishes, custom tile, and premium fixtures can easily hit $25,000-$40,000 or more.
Walk-in showers alone can range from $2,000 to $15,000 depending on size, tile choice, and features like built-in benches or rain showerheads. Heated floors add cost. Custom vanities add cost. Moving plumbing or electrical adds cost.
We give you a detailed estimate upfront so you know exactly where your money’s going. No vague line items or surprise charges. If you want to prioritize certain features and save elsewhere, we’ll tell you where that makes sense. The goal is to get you the best result for what you’re willing to spend, not to upsell you on things you don’t need.
It depends on the scope. If you’re just replacing fixtures, tile, and a vanity without moving plumbing or electrical, you typically don’t need a permit. If you’re relocating plumbing, adding new electrical circuits, or changing the bathroom’s footprint, you’ll likely need one.
Mineola falls under Nassau County building codes, and they’re strict about plumbing and electrical work. Permits add time and cost, but they also ensure the work is inspected and up to code—which matters for resale and insurance.
We prefer projects that don’t require permits because they move faster and cost less. But if your project does need one, we’ll tell you upfront and handle the process. We’re licensed and insured, so we’re not cutting corners or doing unpermitted work that could come back to bite you later.
Yes, but winter adds challenges. Frozen pipes are a real issue on Long Island, especially in older Mineola homes with poor insulation or pipes running through exterior walls. We’ve responded to frozen pipe emergencies at 3 a.m., so we know how to handle it.
Interior bathroom work isn’t affected much by cold weather—we’re working inside, so temperature isn’t usually an issue. The bigger concern is material deliveries getting delayed by snow or ice, and scheduling around the holidays when suppliers and subcontractors slow down.
If you’re planning a winter remodel, we recommend starting early in the season before the worst weather hits. We also make sure your home stays heated properly during the work, especially if we’re opening walls or dealing with plumbing. The last thing you need is a burst pipe because someone left a window open overnight.
Things come up. Old homes especially—you open a wall and find rotted framing, outdated wiring, or plumbing that’s been leaking for years. It happens, and we deal with it.
When we find an issue, we stop, show you what’s going on, and explain your options. We don’t just fix it and hand you a bill. You decide how you want to handle it, and we give you a clear cost and timeline for the additional work.
We’re also available if something goes wrong after hours. If a pipe bursts or there’s an emergency related to the work, you can reach us. We answer the phone, respond to texts, and show up when we say we will. That’s not standard in this industry, but it should be. You’re trusting us with your home—we take that seriously.
Because bathroom renovations involve multiple trades—plumbing, electrical, tile, carpentry, painting—and coordinating all of that yourself is a nightmare. You’re scheduling different contractors, making sure they show up in the right order, dealing with conflicts when one trade messes up another’s work, and troubleshooting when something doesn’t fit.
A general contractor manages all of that. We coordinate the plumbers, electricians, tile setters, and everyone else. We make sure the work is sequenced correctly, materials arrive on time, and the job stays on schedule. If there’s a problem, you call one person—us—not five different guys who all blame each other.
We also have established relationships with skilled tradespeople who do quality work and show up when they’re supposed to. You’re not hiring random contractors off the internet and hoping they’re reliable. For large-scale bathroom remodels, especially ones involving layout changes or high-end finishes, a general contractor is the difference between a smooth project and a disaster.
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