What’s Actually Involved in a Bathroom Renovation? From First Quote to Final Clean

It’s easy to scroll past beautiful bathroom photos and think, “We should do that.” But what actually happens once you decide to renovate? A proper bathroom renovation is a coordinated project involving multiple trades, product decisions, approvals, and a clear process from the first bathroom renovation quote right through to the final clean. Here’s what really goes on behind the scenes when you renovate with a team like Diaz Bathroom Refurbs.

Step 1: Initial chat, site visit and bathroom renovation quote

Everything starts with a conversation. We’ll talk about how you use your bathroom now, what’s not working, and what you’d love to change – more storage, a walk-in shower, a new layout, or just a fresh, modern look. After a site visit to measure up and check the existing plumbing, electrical and structure, we’ll put together a detailed bathroom renovation quote.

A good quote should clearly outline what’s included and what’s not – from demolition and waterproofing to tiles, fittings, trades and rubbish removal. This gives you a realistic understanding of the total investment before anyone starts pulling tiles off the wall.

Step 2: Design, tiles and fittings

Next comes the fun part – design and selections. Together, we’ll look at:

• Tile choices (floor, walls, feature tiles, grout colours)

• Vanity style and size

• Shower screens (walk-in, semi-frameless, fully frameless)

• Tapware, shower sets, bath, toilet and accessories

• Lighting and exhaust fans

This is where your bathroom starts to take shape on paper. We’ll help you choose options that suit your style, budget and the overall feel of your home, while still being practical for day-to-day life. For many Brisbane and Brendale clients, that means modern, easy-to-clean finishes that can handle a busy household.

Step 3: Preparation, protection and demolition

Once everything is locked in and scheduled, we’ll get your home ready for work. That includes protecting floors and walls along the access path to the bathroom, using drop sheets and coverings to minimise dust and damage. Then the demolition team comes in to carefully remove old tiles, fixtures and fittings, and strip back the room to a clean base.

This stage also includes responsible rubbish and waste removal. All old tiles, broken fixtures and construction waste are taken offsite, so you’re not left with a skip bin sitting out the front for weeks longer than needed.

Step 4: Trades behind the scenes – plumbing, electrical and waterproofing

After demolition, the licensed trades step in to rebuild the bathroom from the ground up. You’ll usually see:

• Plumbers relocating or updating pipework, fitting new mixers, shower outlets and drains

• Electricians wiring for new lights, fans, power points, heated towel rails or mirrors

• Carpenters repairing or adjusting framing, installing niches or adjusting door frames if needed

• Waterproofers applying waterproof membranes to floors and walls to meet Australian Standards

Waterproofing is one of the most critical parts of any bathroom renovation. Done properly, it protects your home from hidden water damage, mould and rot. At Diaz Bathroom Refurbs, we only use licensed waterproofers and provide warranty on this work, giving you peace of mind long after the job’s done.

Step 5: Sheeting, tiling and fit-off

Once waterproofing has cured, wall sheeting and tiling can begin. This is where your bathroom really starts to look like a bathroom again. Tiles are carefully laid to suit the design, with proper falls to drains and neat finishes around niches, windows and edges.

After tiling and grouting are complete, we move into the fit-off stage, which includes:

• Installing the vanity, mirror and storage

• Fitting the toilet, bath and shower fixtures

• Installing the shower screen

• Final electrical fit-off (lights, switches, power points, exhaust fans)

Every detail matters at this stage – the height of the shower mixer, where the towel rails sit, how the vanity lines up with the mirror. A good bathroom renovation team sweats the small stuff so you don’t have to.

Step 6: Final checks, clean and warranty handover

Before we call the bathroom finished, we run through a full checklist to make sure everything is working as it should – taps, drains, fans, lights and all fittings. Then the room is given a thorough clean so it’s ready to use, not ready for you to start scrubbing.

You should also receive information about warranties on workmanship and products. At Diaz Bathroom Refurbs, we stand behind our work and use quality trades and materials, so you can enjoy your new bathroom with confidence.

Bringing it all together with Diaz Bathroom Refurbs

A bathroom renovation is a big project, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful one. When you work with an experienced team, all the coordination of trades, rubbish and waste removal, floor and wall protection, and warranty details are handled for you. Based in Brendale and servicing Brisbane’s north and surrounding suburbs, Diaz Bathroom Refurbs takes care of the entire process – from the first bathroom renovation quote to the moment you step into your fresh new shower for the first time.

If you’re ready to refresh your bathroom and want a team that keeps things clear, organised and on-time, we’re here to help.