How much does a bathroom renovation cost in New Zealand?

What is the typicalbathroom renovation cost in New Zealand?

The cost for renovating a bathroom can fluctuate, but on average, propertyowners can expect to pay anywhere from $16,000 to $30,000 for a completebathroom renovation in NZ.

But keep in mind, these figures is not set and costs will depend on an assortmentof details including the sizes of the bathroom, the type of work that areneeded to complete the renovation.

Size will always havean impact on costs

Put simply, the larger the bathroom, the larger the cost to renovate. Thebelow figures are just guides that can be expected for the average bathroom.

Average bathroom cost per square meter

Bathroom size (square m2) Total Price 1×2 (2m2) $5,500 – $10,000 2×2 (4m4) $10,000 – $16,000 3×2 (6m2) $14,000 – $20,000 4×2 (8m2) $18,000 – $30,000 10m2+ $30,000++

Other considerationsfor a bathroom renovation project

When you start a bathroom renovation there are other things to considerbefore starting. Think about the following –

• Are you adding items or making the space larger?
• Is the current layout workable, or does it need a change?

If you have worked out the questions above, you are well on your way tobeing able to provide a good scope of works. The scope of works is important asit defines the project – whether its large or small, you need to know whatsbeing done as it affects cost.

Maybe your bathroom will need to be completely gutted with replacementof all fittings and fixtures, or maybe it will be more simple upgrades to itemsin the same place. This matters because taking out an old shower cubicle andreplacing it with a new one will cost less than moving the plumbing to a newlocation and installing a full tile shower.  

Bathroom RenovationBudget

The main thing to know before you start any renovation is how much youwant  to spend. Renovations are one of themost effective ways to increase the value of your home, but if you want to takeadvantage from the capital gains, it is vital to keep your home’s resale valuein mind when working out your costs.

As a general rule of thumb, you want to budget at least 2% of theproperty value on your bathroom renovation. So for instance, the current REINZ housevaluation in NZ is about $700,000. This means your rough budget for thebathroom should be $14,000. With the average Auckland house price being  just shy of $950,000, you’ll want to look at $19,000as your budget.

If you are renovating your bathroom to enhance a sale price you’llprobably want to budget more to make an impact – as they say, Bathrooms &kitchens sell houses, so increase the spend to increase your sale chances. .

How to refresh yourbathroom on a budget (Doing a quick makeover instead of complete renovation)

• Replacing the shower/bathtub, toilet and vanity completely
• Replacing mixers/tapware with new ones
• Painting walls
• Replacing light fixtures
• Replacing an old bathroom mirrors

It’s important to think about what products you are using. If you are simplyrefreshing your bathroom to sell, don’t waste your money on extravagance, Inits place, use more budget-friendly but stylish products.

Complete bathroomrenovations

If require more space, better functionality or a different configuration,you are going to have to do a complete bathroom renovation.

This will be more expensive as it requires more work, including but notlimited to:

• Strip out of old bathroom
• Floor levelling
• Installing floor heating
• Replacing gib walls
• Building frames
• Waterproofing the shower for tiles
• Rerouting plumbing
• Rerouting electrical/possible switchboard upgrade may be required.
•  Installing the bathtub
• Installing tile flooring/tiles
• Tiling walls & shower
• Installing the vanity
• Installing the shower
• Installing the toilet

How to save money on abathroom renovation

It is conceivable to save money on bathroom renovation.. Here are some tips:

Don’t buy an expensive  fancy  toilet: Stylish toilets are aluxury but not a necessity. Stick to good quality-user friendly standardtoilets. They are easier to install and parts are much easier to get. If youwant to save even more money, look for a low flow toilet that will use lesswater which will reduce your water bill.

Look for tiles that fit into your budget: You can find a lot of great floor tiles at competitive prices when youshop around.

Lighting: Install LED lights. These cost afraction to run compared to the old filament type

Don’t buy expensive imported taps & mixers: Buying fancy imported bathroom might make the bathroom feel luxurious,but you can save hundreds or dollars by buying local good quality equipment.

Paint your own walls or do the demo work yourself. The more work you can do without getting in your contractors way, meansthey don’t have to do it for you. Talk to them about works you can do yourself tosave some money.

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