What Does Full Bathroom Remodeling in Summerlin South Involve?
Our Bathroom Remodeling services in Summerlin South strip the room to studs and rebuild it with new plumbing, electrical, fixtures, finishes, and layout if needed. Most jobs we handle in 89135 run 3 to 5 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough, with a typical investment of $9,000-$28,000 depending on size and material choices. Call (855) 951-4361 and we’ll walk through your space, confirm scope, and give you a written estimate with upfront pricing, no surprises.
How We Run a Full Bathroom Remodel - Start to Finish
We’ve refined this into five clear stages so you know what’s happening, what decisions you’ll make, and when your bathroom will actually be usable again.
Stage 1: Demo and discovery (2-3 days). We remove everything down to studs and subfloor. This is where we find what the walls were hiding: old galvanized supply lines, ungrounded outlets, subfloor rot around the toilet flange, or previous DIY plumbing that doesn’t meet current Clark County code. You’ll decide here whether to expand the footprint into an adjacent closet or hallway - moving walls adds a week but often transforms a cramped 5×8 into a functional primary bath.
Stage 2: Rough-in and inspection (3-5 days). Licensed plumbers and electricians run new supply, drain, and electrical lines. In Summerlin South, this stage triggers your first county inspection. If you’re relocating a toilet or shower, we’ll need to break concrete for new drain lines - the caliche hardpan in 89135 can turn a half-day jackhammer job into a full day, which is why we build this into our timeline upfront. You’ll choose final fixture locations now; changes after inspection add cost and delay.
Stage 3: Drywall, waterproofing, and prep (2-4 days). Cement board goes in wet areas with liquid waterproofing membrane to current TCNA standards. We set shower pans and rough valve bodies. You’ll finalize tile selections here - natural stone needs sealing and ongoing maintenance; large-format porcelain is more forgiving in our hard water.
Stage 4: Finish installation (5-10 days). Tile, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, lighting, and trim. This is where the visual transformation happens. We coordinate multiple trades daily to keep momentum. You’ll do a mid-stage walkthrough to confirm grout color, hardware placement, and paint sheen before final items go in.
Stage 5: Final inspection, cleanup, and walkthrough (1-2 days). County final inspection, our own 73-point quality check, and your walkthrough with Todd Mervyn or your project lead. Anything not right gets logged and scheduled immediately - that’s the 730-Day Done Right Promise in action.
The Material and Configuration Choices That Shape Your Bath
Full bathroom remodeling in Summerlin South means choosing between real options with real trade-offs. Here’s what our clients weigh:
- Shower vs. tub vs. both: A large walk-in shower with bench and frameless glass feels luxurious and opens sight lines in smaller rooms, but resale in family-oriented Summerlin neighborhoods often favors keeping at least one tub. A freestanding soaking tub makes a statement but needs floor reinforcement and precise plumbing alignment.
- Vanity construction: Stock particleboard vanities with stone tops run $800-$1,500 installed. Semi-custom plywood boxes with soft-close drawers and quartz or solid-surface tops hit $2,500-$4,500. Fully custom built-ins with furniture-grade finishes can reach $6,000+. The jump in durability and daily function is significant; the jump in appearance is personal.
- Tile selection: Ceramic wall tile at $3-$8 per square foot handles our mineral-heavy water well. Natural marble at $12-$25 per square foot etches and stains without diligent sealing - we flag this honestly for busy households. Large-format porcelain (24×48 or larger) minimizes grout lines and reads as high-end with less maintenance.
- Fixtures and finishes: Builder-grade chrome or brushed nickel fixtures cost less upfront but show water spots aggressively in Las Vegas’s hard water. Matte black and unlacquered brass are trending in Summerlin South’s designer homes but need compatible drain and trim kits ordered early. We source Kohler and Moen lines with solid brass valve bodies - the cartridge you never see matters more than the handle you do.
- Flooring: Luxury vinyl plank holds up to moisture and temperature swings at $4-$8 per square foot installed. Heated floor systems add $1,200-$2,500 and transform winter mornings at 2,500 feet elevation where tile gets genuinely cold. Natural stone tile needs sealing and risks cracking on wood-frame subfloors if the structure flexes.
What Full Bathroom Remodeling Costs in Summerlin South, NV
In Summerlin South, full bathroom remodeling typically ranges from $9,000 to $28,000. Here’s what moves you within that range:
| Cost Factor | Low-End Impact | High-End Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom size | 5×8 guest bath, fixtures in existing locations | 10×12 primary bath with expanded footprint |
| Plumbing relocation | Fixtures stay put, supply lines updated | Toilet, shower, and vanity all moved, concrete broken |
| Material grade | Stock vanity, ceramic tile, chrome fixtures | Custom cabinetry, natural stone, designer fixtures |
| Structural changes | No wall removal or framing modifications | Wall removal, beam installation, window relocation |
| Permit and HOA complexity | Standard county permit, no HOA review | Summerlin ARC pre-approval, multiple inspections |
A written estimate from Groundwork Construction Co. includes demolition, disposal, all rough and finish materials, labor, permits, and inspections. It does not include your final fixture selections above allowance, optional items like heated floors or smart mirrors, or HOA application fees. We provide allowances with real retail pricing so you can shop comparatively - upfront pricing, no surprises. Most clients finance through our 0% for 18 months option or take the $1,000 off projects over $10,000.
What Summerlin South Homes Specifically Do to This Job
The 89135 ZIP changes how we bid and build full bathroom remodeling here, just as it does for Summerlin South Gutters & Accessories.
Summerlin South sits within the Summerlin Community Association’s Architectural Review Committee jurisdiction, and that matters even for interior work. If your remodel involves exterior window changes, any visible HVAC modification, or structural work that affects the roofline or stucco, you’ll need ARC pre-approval before Clark County will issue permits - something to consider alongside our Garage Conversion ADU service in Summerlin South. We’ve navigated this process dozens of times - the ARC meets biweekly, and incomplete submissions cycle you to the next meeting. We build three weeks of buffer into timelines for ARC review because a rushed submission gets rejected for missing paint samples or incorrect setback calculations.
The housing stock here is newer and higher-end than much of Las Vegas - stucco-over-wood-frame homes from the mid-1990s through the 2010s, many semi-custom and custom builds in the $700K-$2M+ range. These bathrooms were often built with better initial materials than 1970s valley stock, but “better” in 2005 still means galvanized supply lines nearing end of life, GFCI circuits that don’t meet current code, and master baths designed before large showers and double vanities became standard. We see a lot of clients who love their home’s location and bones but need the primary bath to match their current standards.
Then there’s the caliche. The calcium carbonate hardpan starts shallow in this area - sometimes 6 inches below grade - and any drain relocation or foundation work for an addition means pneumatic breaking or mini-excavator with hydraulic hammer. Contractors who price to flat-desert norms get burned, and homeowners get change orders. We’ve been working in Summerlin South long enough to build this into our bids from day one. The elevation also means harder freezes than the valley floor, so we spec frost-proof hose bibs and insulate exterior wall plumbing more aggressively than code minimum.
Many homeowners here pair a full interior remodel with exterior work. If you’re already living through construction, it’s efficient to coordinate. We often schedule Roof Repair in Summerlin South or Roof Replacement & Installation in Summerlin South during the same window, with one project manager coordinating both crews.
Serving Summerlin South, NV - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Summerlin South 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 Summerlin South
Most full bathroom remodeling projects in Summerlin South take 3 to 5 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough, with ARC pre-approval adding up to 3 weeks beforehand if exterior changes are involved. We sequence trades to avoid downtime, and you’ll have a dedicated project manager updating you every 48 hours. Call (855) 951-4361 for a timeline based on your specific scope - estimates are free.
Yes - Clark County requires permits for any plumbing, electrical, or structural work, which full bathroom remodeling always involves. If your home is in an ARC-governed area of Summerlin South, you may also need architectural review approval before applying for the county permit. We handle both applications as part of our standard process; most homeowners never visit the permit office.
Absolutely - keeping fixtures in their existing locations is the most cost-effective approach and knocks significant time and expense off the job. We still replace all supply and drain lines behind the walls, update electrical to code, and install new finishes, but avoiding concrete breaking and structural changes typically saves $3,000-$7,000. During your free estimate, we’ll show you exactly what stays and what moves, with pricing for both scenarios.
Full bathroom remodeling means stripping to studs and rebuilding everything - new plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, fixtures, and finishes. A smaller renovation might replace a vanity and tile while keeping existing plumbing locations and electrical. Bathroom Remodeling in Summerlin South covers the full range, but this page focuses specifically on the complete gut-and-rebuild approach. If you’re unsure which fits your goals, we’ll assess your space and give you honest guidance either way.
Every full bathroom remodel is backed by our 730-Day Done Right Promise - if anything we installed isn’t right, we make it right, including workmanship and materials we provided. This is one of the longest residential construction warranties available, and we put it in writing on every contract. Manufacturer warranties on fixtures and tile run separately and typically extend well beyond our workmanship period. Questions about coverage? Call (855) 951-4361 and we’ll walk through it line by line.
Ready to Start Your Full Bathroom Remodel in Summerlin South?
Call (855) 951-4361 any time - a live person answers 24/7, no voicemail. We’ll schedule a free on-site estimate and design consultation, typically within 48 hours. Todd Mervyn or your project lead will measure your space, discuss layout options, review material samples from our curated brand partners, and deliver a written estimate with upfront pricing. From foundation to finish line, we build it to last and back it in writing.
Written by Todd Mervyn, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Summerlin South and the Las Vegas Valley since 2014.