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ᐅ Bathroom in 1980s Style – Renovation – Costs?

Created on: 18 Jan 2023 12:15
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Alibert87
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Hello everyone,
the largest and presumably most expensive renovation will be our 11sqm (118sq ft) bathroom. The layout is planned to remain the same (so the length of the sink, bathtub, etc., will not change). Next week, the plumber will come for a cost estimate, and I want to be somewhat prepared.

A few questions to the group: Do the pipes need to be replaced? How can I tell as a layperson if they do?
How does this usually work—will all the pipes be replaced, including the drainage and those inside the walls?
What can such work typically cost or be allowed to cost?

For cost reasons, is it possible to simply tile over the existing tiles, or is it better to gut the entire bathroom?

Thanks to all!
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chand198614 Feb 2023 17:49
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FloHB123 schrieb:

they don’t necessarily have to be the 120x60 tiles...
We thought the same. But the tiler charges an extra fee starting from 30x60 (12x24 inches) tiles — the same as for 120x60 (48x24 inches).

If you do everything yourself (if you’re able) and buy everything yourself, you can definitely save around 60%. That’s just how it is.
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Ysop***14 Feb 2023 18:08
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Our rough estimate was 30,000 per bathroom. We are doing everything ourselves, but it takes forever. There are really many small tasks that require work. The labor effort should not be underestimated.
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OBM München19 Feb 2023 12:53
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The average lifespan of the old type of water pipes is 30–40 years.




You need to replace the water pipes.




The electrical installations should be updated likewise.





Your bathroom is slightly larger than average, so you should expect a price of €20,000 to €25,000.





You will hardly find it any cheaper.





This is a fair price for 3D planning, labor, and materials. Everything included.





This implies a higher standard of fittings but is not exclusive.





Of course, some well-known companies charge more than €40,000, and most of the work is then carried out by subcontractors like us at a significantly lower price.





If you want more extravagant and upscale fittings and ceramic tiles (e.g., Porcelanosa tiles or Dornbracht fixtures), the price will certainly be about €10,000 more.





The work completion time is 2–3 weeks.