With our customer focused approach on every project we accomplish, our professional team is trained to ensure you are well-versed in the project and know what you can expect throughout the remodeling process.
Our approach has been developed and refined over our more than 15 years in the industry, and we’ve come to understand that being open with our clients is the most effective way to help build trust and deliver on your demands.
During the initial consultation, our project manager will visit your site (home) and conduct a walk through with you, listening to what you want to do with the space and some of the design ideas you might have.
This is our initial stages of planning where we learn about your preferences and document the existing bathroom spaces by measuring layouts and taking photographs for reference and other critical details.
We will help you refine what you want and makes sure you are satisfied with our proposed design ideas and proposals.
We have architects who will draw and analyze your existing floor plan in our computer aided design program. We then develop design solutions based on the information we gathered and create architectural drawing for your approval.
We will share our design ideas with you suing a 3D rendering system so you can have a clear picture on how we’ve structured the remodel. You will also review the floor plans and elevations to understand the finalized layout for your final approval.
When you work with us for your, you don’t have to worry about securing the local building permits, we simply take care of everything.
A bathroom remodel has several systems that often require permits and safety approvals to change, such as electrical and plumbing. Whichever degree of remodel you want done on your bathroom, we will guide you through the regulations and speed up the process for you.
In almost every project, doing a full remodel of your bathroom in San Jose will require permits and series of inspections through different phases of the renovation. Notice that “permits” is plural.
According to city of San Jose’s Bulletin #274, the permit provisions will vary depending on the scope of your project and the project’s specific needs. Mostly included permission provisions on electrical wiring, plumbing and construction.
This is classified under “Major Remodel Permit” because it will modify the existing floor plans, which often require demolitions: the opening up of walls and removal of old fixtures, tiles, and flooring.
We will submit the necessary floor plans and designs with the permitting office and schedule inspections to ensure we obtain the permits on time.
Here we can either get a “Minor Remodel Permit” or “Major Remodel Permit” according the city permit requirements.
We apply for plumbing permits for alterations of several plumbing layouts and fixtures, often changes in design, location, and number of fixtures.
Electrical permits are crucial for a successful bathroom renovation. Depending on city requirements, we obtain either a ‘Minor Remodel Permit’ or ‘Major Remodel Permit’ for electrical work. We handle permits for moving or adding outlets and rerouting wiring.
While designing your new space we develop the finished design by sourcing samples of required materials like tiles, flooring, countertops, lighting, plumbing fixtures and accents. We also encourage you to visit preferred vendors together with our experts to get the right materials.
We will guide you through specialty design collections for plumbing, electrical, flooring, lighting, and carpentry materials. You’ll get a real feel for what is available in the market, and consult our professionals on the ideas and what products will best achieve your goals.
The construction phase is where we start off and get the work done. It is the longest part of our process and typically depends on the scope of your project. The construction phases consists of:
With all the final permit card, we will schedule a final inspection by the local permitting office for a final approval for the work done.
Once the project is approved, we will hand it over to you as we go through the quality checks and making sure they meet your quality standards.
As an experienced bathroom remodeling contractor, we know bathroom remodels enhance your home’s value, ROI, appearance, and functionality.
Our understanding has also been anchored on Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report. It reports that a midrange bathroom renovation yields 68% of the cost at resale, while bathroom upgrades incorporating universal design features (often adapted for special groups with disabilities or mobility issues) have an average ROI of 63%.
The magazine also recognizes that upscale bathroom remodels, which involves expanding the size of standard bathrooms and relocation of the fixture, have an average ROI of 59%. It also identifies that master suite additions have an average ROI of 52%.
Regardless of your design and layout preferences, we are here to guide you through your upcoming bathroom remodel for the best returns possible.
At White Remodeling, we understand you want answers what kind of return on investment you could get from your bathroom remodeling project.
Thanks to our over 15 years in the remodel industry and understanding of the real estate market in the San Jose area, here are the high value remodel elements to focus on:
Though it might seem as a minor part of your bathroom remodel, updating plumbing fixture could not only make your bathroom modern and inviting, but they also boost the value of the space. We make sure you choose fixtures that complement the rest of the bathroom.
For the best ROI for your bathroom upgrade, you’ll need to have the right flooring that can be both stylish and fit the current quality standards.
We’ll help you get the right flooring that is waterproof and can be maintained over a long period for a better ROI.
As much as you might think that upgrading your vanity only improves the look of your bathroom, you should include good lighting, counter spaces, large mirror, and double sink additions to increase the overall value of your space.
Although embracing modern and futuristic styles is important for your bathroom remodeling project, adding modifications for accessibility is another important selling point for some home buyers.
Our whole idea behind modern and universal design is not just for the elderly and handicap accessibility, but for everyone to appreciate it.
For instance, a curb-less shower (zero-entry shower) benefits everyone from those with limited mobility, the elderly to kids.
If you’re looking to profit from the federal and your local government incentives for your bathroom remodeling projects, our experts are here to guide you through the available options.
The Weatherization Assistance Program by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) offers free bathroom renovation grants. This includes HVAC replacements, household appliance replacements, and window repair and replacement.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers the Rural Development program, providing grants and loans for home renovations to elderly and disabled people. Contact your local USDA office to check eligibility and requirements.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers home renovation grants through sponsoring organizations that distribute funds to eligible homeowners.
We will assist you in applying for these grants by checking the requirements and eligibility for your locality.
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also comes in handy for your bathroom renovation projects in San Jose considering it covers home improvements that increases your property values and utility.
As per the ROI for bathroom remodel, it’s true that a well-established bathroom renovation is one of the best solutions to increase your home’s value.
We will have our real estate experts run recent comps for your area, and give you the right reports on what shall dictate your remodel project.
If you want to be able to do a quick wipe-down to rid your bathroom walls of stray hand-prints and other uninvited markings, we recommend you stick with the semi-gloss.
Wiping down flat paint causes it to begin to break down more quickly, leading to frequent repainting, and you will be hard-pressed to surfaces looking as good as new.
Areas around light switches, doors, and near the shower are notorious hand-print collectors, so the ability to wipe them clean is imperative. Because semi-gloss paint is more reflective than flat, and also helps to give lighting a boost.
This comes down to what trends your preferences, and your choices of features to include in the new bathroom spaces.
We will study your preferences, advices you accordingly, and come up with the right designs that would reflect your desires and remain relevant for year to come.
The federal tax laws states that a new bathroom remodel in never a deductible expenses if your home is strictly used as a personal residence.
However, there are certain bathroom amenities that are eligible for tax deductions.
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