Full Bathroom Remodeling in Hollywood, FL - What’s Involved, What It Costs, and How Long It Takes
A full bathroom remodeling in Hollywood strips the room to the studs, replaces or relocates plumbing and electrical, installs new fixtures, finishes, and ventilation, and typically runs $9,000-$28,000 depending on size and material choices. Most projects we handle in Hollywood take 3 to 5 weeks from permit approval to final inspection, with the demolition and rough-in phases consuming the first 10 to 14 days. Call (844) 665-0162 and we’ll walk through your space, talk through what’s possible without moving walls versus what opens up if we do, and give you a written estimate with line-item pricing.
How We Approach a Full Bathroom Remodel - Start to Finish
We’ve learned that homeowners in Hollywood feel less anxious about a major renovation when they know exactly what’s happening each week. Here’s how we sequence a typical full bathroom remodeling project.
Stage 1: Demolition and discovery (2-3 days)
We remove everything down to the studs and subfloor. In Hollywood’s older CBS homes, especially east of I-95, this is where we often find the surprises: corroded cast-iron drains, ungrounded electrical, or water intrusion behind tile that sat on drywall instead of cement board. We document everything with photos and stop for a go/no-go conversation if the discovery changes scope or price.
Stage 2: Rough plumbing and electrical (3-5 days)
This is your last chance to move a toilet, enlarge a shower, or add a second sink. We coordinate our licensed plumber and electrician directly - no handoffs to unknown subs. In Hollywood, any plumbing relocation triggers a Broward County rough-in inspection, which we schedule and manage. Homeowners decide now on fixture locations, exhaust fan capacity, and whether to add GFCI-protected circuits for heated floors or towel warmers.
Stage 3: Structural prep and waterproofing (2-3 days)
We install cement backer board or foam shower systems, apply liquid or sheet membranes, and float shower pans to code. For barrier island homes in 33019, we spec corrosion-resistant fasteners and aluminum trims here - standard steel rusts out in 5 to 7 years from salt air. This stage also includes any framing modifications for niches, bench seats, or enlarged openings.
Stage 4: Finish installation (7-12 days)
Tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, cabinetry, countertops, mirrors, and hardware go in. We stage deliveries so you’re not living with boxes in your hallway for weeks. This is where material lead times matter: custom vanities or imported tile can add 2 to 4 weeks to the schedule, which we flag during estimate so you can decide between stock and special-order items upfront.
Stage 5: Final inspection and punch list (1-2 days)
Broward County requires a final plumbing and electrical inspection for any permitted full bathroom remodeling in Hollywood. We meet the inspector, address any corrections immediately, then walk the space with you to mark touch-ups. Most punch lists are cleared within 48 hours.
The Material and Layout Choices That Shape Your Bathroom
Every full bathroom remodeling project forces a series of decisions that trade cost against durability, maintenance, and daily experience. Here’s what we see Hollywood homeowners weighing most often.
- Shower vs. tub vs. both: Removing a tub for a larger walk-in shower opens floor space and suits aging-in-place plans, but it can reduce resale value in family-oriented neighborhoods. Keeping both requires careful space planning - we often gain room by stealing from an adjacent closet.
- Tile body vs. acrylic surround: Porcelain or ceramic tile with epoxy grout lasts decades and resists Hollywood’s humidity-driven mold pressure, but costs 40-60% more than acrylic systems. Acrylic installs faster and works well for rental properties or tight budgets.
- Countertop material: Quartz products like Silestone or Caesarstone resist etching and never need sealing, which matters in a humid bathroom. Natural marble is beautiful but porous - we steer busy households toward engineered options unless they’re prepared for regular maintenance.
- Vanity construction: Furniture-style cabinets with legs look elegant but sacrifice storage; built-in vanities with drawers organize better for daily use. We source through Kohler and other partners across price tiers so you’re not locked into one line.
- Ventilation strategy: Code minimum is 50 CFM, but we spec 80-110 CFM for Hollywood’s climate and add humidity-sensing switches. This prevents the mildew cycles we see in older homes where fans were an afterthought.
- Fixture finish consistency: Brushed nickel and matte black hide water spots better than polished chrome. Moen and other brands we carry offer matching trim across faucets, shower valves, and accessories - mixing finishes looks accidental, not curated.
What Full Bathroom Remodeling Costs in Hollywood, FL
| Project Element | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodeling (overall) | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Basic finish level, same layout, no plumbing moves | $9,000 - $14,000 |
| Mid-grade finishes, relocated plumbing, custom shower | $15,000 - $22,000 |
| High-end materials, structural changes, expanded footprint | $23,000 - $28,000+ |
Five factors push any full bathroom remodeling in Hollywood toward the high or low end of that range:
Square footage and layout complexity. A 5×8 hall bath with a standard wet wall is straightforward. A master bath with separate water closet, double vanity, and freestanding tub requires more material and labor across every stage.
Whether we move plumbing or electrical. Keeping fixtures in their existing locations saves $1,500-$4,000 in rough-in work and avoids additional inspections. Moving a toilet 3 feet across a slab means cutting concrete, which we see frequently in Hollywood’s post-war homes with original cast-iron drains.
Existing condition and remediation. Mold behind walls, rotted subfloors, or outdated electrical panels add scope before the cosmetic work begins. We price these contingencies as optional line items so you’re not surprised.
Material grade and lead times. Stock tile from a local supplier installs next week. Imported stone or custom cabinetry adds cost and calendar time. We show you equivalent options at two price points for every selection.
Permit and inspection scope. Broward County’s full bathroom remodeling permits run roughly $400-$800 depending on valuation, with two or three inspection visits. If your home is in a gated community or historic district with additional HOA or architectural review, add 1-2 weeks for approval cycles.
Our written estimates include demolition, disposal, all labor, rough and finish materials, permits, and inspections. What they typically don’t cover: temporary bathroom arrangements, homeowner’s selection of decorative mirrors or accessories purchased retail, or repairs to adjacent spaces discovered during demolition (we flag these separately).
What Hollywood’s Homes and Rules Mean for Your Project
Hollywood’s building environment shapes full bathroom remodeling in ways that don’t apply even thirty minutes north or west. The city sits entirely within Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, sharing that designation only with Miami-Dade County. Every permitted project must use HVHZ-listed assemblies backed by Miami-Dade Notices of Acceptance - a requirement invisible on standard Florida Product Approval searches. Contractors unfamiliar with this distinction routinely lose weeks at the Broward permit desk when their chosen windows, exterior doors, or even certain ventilation products lack the right paperwork.
For interior work like a full bathroom remodeling, the HVHZ rules matter most for any exterior penetration: replacing a window, adding an exhaust vent through a block wall, or modifying the building envelope. We verify NOA compliance before ordering materials so your schedule doesn’t slip.
The housing stock itself creates two distinct project types. East of I-95, in neighborhoods like Hollywood Hills and the areas near Young Circle, we work constantly on 1950s-1970s CBS homes built for the Northeast snowbird market. These bathrooms are typically 5×8 feet with original cast-iron drains, galvanized supply lines, and electrical panels that can’t handle modern loads. Full bathroom remodeling here is often remediation-heavy: we replace drains, upgrade circuits, and sometimes sister wall studs where decades of moisture have compromised the block.
West Hollywood and the 33029 corridor present newer slab-on-grade homes from the 1980s-2000s with more current infrastructure but often generic builder-grade finishes. Here, full bathroom remodeling skews toward aesthetic transformation and aging-in-place upgrades: curbless showers, grab-bar blocking, comfort-height toilets, and brighter lighting.
For barrier island properties in 33019, salt-air corrosion forces material specifications inland homeowners never consider. We use stainless or polymer fasteners, avoid bare aluminum trims in shower niches, and spec exhaust fans with sealed motors rated for coastal exposure. Any work visible from the exterior or involving structural modification also triggers Florida’s Coastal Construction Control Line review - a DEP permit layer that inland Broward projects skip entirely.
Serving Hollywood, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked - Full Bathroom Remodeling in Hollywood
Most projects finish in 3 to 5 weeks after permit approval, with 10 to 14 days for demolition and rough-in, 7 to 12 days for finishes, and 2 to 3 days for inspections and punch list. Material lead times can extend this if you select custom vanities or imported tile. Call (844) 665-0162 and we’ll map a realistic timeline to your specific selections.
Yes, if you’re moving plumbing, electrical, or structural elements - which nearly every full bathroom remodeling does. Broward County requires permits for plumbing and electrical rough-in, with final inspections before we close walls and again at completion. We pull and manage all permits as part of our standard process.
Absolutely, and it typically saves $1,500-$4,000 while shortening the timeline by 3 to 5 days. We keep the toilet, vanity, and tub or shower in their existing locations and focus the budget on finishes, fixtures, and storage improvements. This works well in Hollywood’s smaller post-war bathrooms where layout changes are constrained by slab construction.
A full bathroom remodeling involves stripping to studs, replacing or relocating plumbing and electrical, and installing all new finishes - essentially rebuilding the room. A partial update might replace a vanity, toilet, and paint while leaving original tile and plumbing in place. Full remodeling is the right choice when there are underlying issues like leaks, outdated electrical, or a layout that doesn’t function. For a broader look at all bathroom project types, see our page on Bathroom Remodeling in Hollywood.
We warranty our workmanship for one year, and the materials we install carry their own manufacturer warranties - typically lifetime on plumbing fixtures from brands like Kohler and Moen, and 10 to 15 years on tile installation when we use certified setting materials. We register warranties on your behalf and keep records so you’re not tracking paperwork years later.
Ready to Talk Through Your Hollywood Bathroom?
Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site estimate for full bathroom remodeling in Hollywood. We’ll measure your space, check existing plumbing and electrical, talk through what’s possible with your budget, and deliver a written proposal with line-item pricing within 48 hours. No deposit required to get on our schedule; we start when permits clear and materials arrive.
Our Bathroom Remodeling crew works across Broward County, and we regularly coordinate full bathroom remodeling with exterior projects for homeowners who want everything handled at once. Many clients in Hollywood also pair interior work with Roof Repair in Hollywood or Roof Replacement & Installation in Hollywood - one contractor, every phase, with no gaps between trades.
Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Hollywood and South Florida homeowners since establishing our Fort Lauderdale base.