“It may be possible to remodel your bathroom before the holidays,” says Frank Cueva, owner of Central Pacific Construction. “It all depends on the scope of your project, when you get started, and whether materials and contractors are available.” Simple updates such as changing lighting, painting, new fixtures, even new flooring can often be completed relatively quickly. A full renovation of plumbing, electrical, perhaps structural changes, and inspections can take several weeks.

A typical bathroom remodel timeline

Stages of a remodel overlap, so even though the plumbing and electrical may take up to two weeks, some drywall that doesn’t interfere with electrical and plumbing work can be done as soon as the framing is ready. Keep overlaps in mind when planning the remodel.

• Demolition takes one to two days and may be as simple as removing cabinets and old flooring, or as extensive as removing a tub or interior walls.
• Plumbing and electrical typically need up to two weeks. The more complex the changes, the longer it takes. Inspections may be required.
• Allow one to two weeks for framing and structural changes. Moving walls or changing windows adds more time.
• Installing drywall can take one to two weeks because drywall involves installing insulation, patching the seams, and drying and sanding before painting.
• New flooring and tiles can take up to three weeks. The more tile work, the more time this phase takes.
• Installing new cabinets and fixtures can take one to two weeks, depending on how many new items are being installed.

More time is added when the project requires building permits and inspections. A quick call to your local building department tells you whether you need a building permit. A permit usually requires plans of the work, sometimes drawings or schematics, and a materials list. Some types of work, such as electrical, must be done by a licensed professional.

Ask the experts

Not every bathroom project takes the same timeline. Getting an estimate from Central Pacific Construction’s Paso Robles bathroom remodeling team is the quickest way to find out if you can get it done before the holidays. Remodeling commercial and residential bathrooms since 1997 has given the team the experience to give accurate time and cost estimates, as well as break projects down into time- and budget-sensitive phases.

Local, trusted, and licensed

Central Pacific Construction is a licensed and insured general contractor. The team can tell you which phases of your project require licensed professionals, provide you with a materials list, and give you a cost estimate.

You may discover that your remodel ideas aren’t as extensive as you think. Perhaps some of the remodel can be done in time for an attractive, fresh bathroom for holiday guests, and the rest finished later. That takes detailed planning, and the Central Pacific Construction team has the experience to give you an honest, realistic plan.

The company has been building and remodeling commercial, residential, rental, and public properties, including remodeling bathrooms for Paso Robles homes and businesses for nearly three decades throughout California’s Central Coast. Skilled in all areas of construction, including general construction, restaurant construction, tenant improvements, retail space, remodeling, and new construction, the team takes pride in precise attention to detail and on-time completion.

The company has earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and delivers professional service, attention to detail, and a meticulous work ethic that is unmatched by any other company in the area. The team has a reputation for excellent service and bold, stylish designs.

Call today at (805) 471-4749