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Quincy Bathroom Upgrade
3 bed / 2 bath Single Family · Standard Budget
Project Overview
Property Details
- • Location: Quincy, MA
- • Type: single family
- • Bedrooms: 3
- • Bathrooms: 2
Project Scope
- • Type: Bathroom Remodel
- • Budget: $12,000 - $18,000
- • Goal: Personal upgrade
- • Timeline: 2-3 weeks
Bathroom Remodel
Budget Estimate
$12,000 - $18,000
Based on Small Bathroom (1950-1980)
Design Options
Option A: Standard Upgrade
Keep layout, replace tub, tile, and vanity
- New tile surround
- Updated vanity
- Modern fixtures
- Fresh paint
Option B: Walk-in Shower Conversion
Remove tub, install walk-in shower with glass door
- Walk-in shower
- Glass enclosure
- Linear drain
- Accessibility friendly
⚠️ Compliance Flags
- GFCI outlets required (527 CMR)
- Plumbing venting required (248 CMR)
- Field verification required
⚠️ Risk Notes
- Hidden water damage possible
- Layout changes limited by plumbing location
- Older pipes may need attention
Key Takeaways
- ✓Keep existing layout: Moving plumbing significantly increases cost
- ✓GFCI outlets required: All outlets must meet 527 CMR electrical code
- ✓Hidden water damage: Budget for potential surprises behind walls
- ✓Walk-in shower option: More accessible, increasingly popular