You’re not just getting new tile and fixtures. You’re getting a bathroom that works better, looks cleaner, and doesn’t make you cringe every time you walk in.
Most bathroom remodels in North Wantagh happen because something stopped working right. The shower leaks. The vanity’s rotting underneath. The layout wastes space you don’t have. You’ve been putting it off because finding someone reliable feels harder than living with the problem.
Here’s what changes after the work’s done: mornings run smoother because the layout makes sense. You’re not worried about water damage spreading behind the walls. The space actually feels like part of your home instead of something you inherited and tolerated. And if something does go wrong, you’ve got a local contractor who picks up the phone.
That’s the difference between a bathroom renovation that fixes the surface and one that solves the actual problem. You shouldn’t have to choose between quality work and a contractor who shows up when they say they will.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been serving North Wantagh and the surrounding Long Island communities for over 50 years. We’re licensed, insured with a million-dollar policy, and we’ve built our reputation on showing up and doing what we said we’d do.
We’re not the biggest operation on Long Island, and we’re not trying to be. We focus on larger bathroom remodels, first-floor renovations, and projects where the details actually matter. Our crews keep job sites clean. We answer the phone before, during, and after the work’s done.
North Wantagh homeowners deal with cold winters, older home layouts, and the reality that moving isn’t always the answer when mortgage rates are what they are. We get it. That’s why most of our work comes from people who are staying put and want their home to work better. We’ve been doing this long enough to know what holds up in a Long Island winter and what doesn’t.
First, we come out and look at what you’re working with. We talk through what’s not working, what you want to change, and what’s realistic for the space and budget. No pressure, no upselling—just a clear conversation about what’s possible.
Once we agree on the scope, we handle the design and planning. That includes materials, layout adjustments, plumbing and electrical work if needed, and a timeline that accounts for how Long Island weather can affect deliveries and access. We prefer projects that don’t require permits when possible, but if yours does, we manage that too.
During the job, you’ll see the same crew every day. We clean up at the end of each day because we know you’re still living there. If something comes up—a hidden issue behind the walls, a material delay—we tell you right away, not three days later.
After everything’s installed and inspected, we do a final walkthrough with you. We don’t consider the job done until you’re clear on how everything works and you’re satisfied with the result. And if something needs attention down the line, you call the same number and talk to the same people.
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A full bathroom remodel with us covers demolition, plumbing and electrical updates, new fixtures and finishes, tile work, vanity and storage installation, lighting, ventilation, and final cleanup. We’re handling the whole project, not just the parts that are easy.
In North Wantagh and across Nassau County, older homes often have plumbing that wasn’t designed for modern fixtures or layouts that waste space. We address that during the remodel—upgrading supply lines, improving drainage, adding proper ventilation so you’re not dealing with mold issues later. It’s not the glamorous part, but it’s what keeps the bathroom functional for the next 20 years.
We also winterize plumbing during renovations because frozen pipes are a real issue here. If your bathroom’s on an exterior wall or above a crawl space, we make sure the new plumbing is insulated and positioned to avoid the 3 a.m. emergency calls we’ve gotten plenty of over the years.
You’ll also get options for water-efficient fixtures, better lighting, and layouts that make the space feel bigger without adding square footage. We’re not pushing the most expensive option—we’re recommending what makes sense for how you’ll actually use the bathroom and what your home can support.
Most full bathroom remodels in North Wantagh run between $15,000 and $35,000, depending on the size of the space, the scope of plumbing and electrical work, and the materials you choose. If you’re keeping the layout the same and just updating fixtures and finishes, you’re on the lower end. If you’re moving walls, relocating plumbing, or adding features like a walk-in shower or heated floors, you’re looking at the higher end.
The biggest cost drivers are usually plumbing and tile work. Older Long Island homes often need updated supply lines, better drainage, or repairs to framing and subfloors once we open things up. We give you a clear estimate upfront, but we also let you know what we might find once demolition starts so there’s no surprise when it happens.
We don’t finance, and we’re not the cheapest option. But the work is done right, the materials hold up, and you’re not calling someone else in two years to fix what we did.
A typical bathroom remodel takes two to four weeks from start to finish. Smaller updates—new vanity, tile, fixtures—might be closer to two weeks. Full renovations with plumbing relocation, custom tile work, or layout changes usually take three to four weeks.
Weather can affect the timeline, especially in winter. Deliveries get delayed, access to the house can be tricky after a snowstorm, and some materials need specific temperatures to install correctly. We build a little buffer into the schedule so you’re not left without a working bathroom longer than necessary.
We also keep the job site clean and functional at the end of each day. If it’s your only bathroom, we make sure you’ve got a working toilet and sink even while the rest of the work is happening. It’s not always convenient, but we do what we can to make it manageable.
It depends on what you’re changing. If you’re replacing fixtures, updating tile, or swapping a vanity without moving plumbing or electrical, you usually don’t need a permit. If you’re relocating plumbing, moving walls, or doing major electrical work, Nassau County requires a permit.
We prefer jobs that don’t need permits because they move faster and cost less, but we handle the permitting process if your project requires it. That includes filing the applications, coordinating inspections, and making sure everything’s up to code before we close up the walls.
Skipping permits when you need them can cause problems later—especially if you’re selling the house or filing an insurance claim. We don’t cut corners there. If the job needs a permit, we pull it and do it right.
If you’ve got a frozen pipe, turn off the water supply to that bathroom immediately. Don’t try to thaw it with an open flame—that’s how pipes burst and houses catch fire. You can try a space heater or warm towels on the exposed section, but if the pipe’s inside a wall or you’re not sure where the freeze is, call us.
We’ve handled plenty of frozen pipe emergencies in North Wantagh, especially in bathrooms on exterior walls or over unheated crawl spaces. Long Island winters are cold enough that older plumbing without proper insulation freezes regularly. If the pipe’s already burst, we’ll get the water shut off, assess the damage, and get you back to a working bathroom as fast as possible.
The better move is preventing it during a remodel. We insulate supply lines, reroute plumbing away from exterior walls when we can, and make sure there’s enough heat circulation in the space. It’s a small upfront cost compared to the damage a burst pipe causes.
Sometimes, yes. If the plumbing’s in good shape, the subfloor’s solid, and the layout works, we can update fixtures, refinish surfaces, and replace finishes without a full teardown. But most of the time, a partial remodel just delays the bigger issues.
Here’s what we usually find once we start: water damage behind the tile, outdated plumbing that’s ready to fail, subfloors that are soft or rotting, electrical that’s not up to code. If we leave that in place and just cover it up with new finishes, you’re going to be back in the same spot in a few years—except now you’ve paid twice.
We’ll tell you honestly whether a partial update makes sense or if you’re better off doing it right the first time. Some homeowners want to spread the cost out, and we get that. But if the bones of the bathroom are bad, a surface-level remodel won’t fix it.
Because we’ve been doing this in North Wantagh and across Long Island for over 50 years, and we’re still here because we do what we say we’re going to do. We’re licensed, insured, and we answer the phone when you call—before, during, and after the job’s done.
We focus on larger bathroom remodels where the details matter and the work needs to last. Our crews are professional, the job sites stay clean, and we don’t disappear halfway through the project. If something goes wrong, we handle it. If you’ve got an emergency like a frozen pipe at 3 a.m., we respond.
You’re not hiring the cheapest contractor, and you’re not hiring the one with the flashiest website. You’re hiring the one who’s been serving this community since 1972 and has built a reputation on quality work and reliable service. That’s what you’re paying for, and that’s what you’re getting.
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