Bathroom Remodel Lakewood, CO
Original 1970s bathrooms in Green Mountain. Original 1950s bathrooms in Applewood. Both are functional — barely. And both are hiding decades of wear behind tile and drywall. Arch Design & Build handles the full project: design, permits, and construction under one contract
How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost in Lakewood?
It depends on scope — and what the walls are holding.
Some Lakewood homeowners want a complete primary suite overhaul: custom tile, steam shower, heated floors. Others need a vanity, new fixtures, and retiled shower — enough to make a 50-year-old bathroom feel like a different room. Both are reasonable goals.
What shows up in Lakewood’s older homes more than people expect: galvanized supply lines that have been corroding quietly for decades. When we find them — and we often do in pre-1980 construction — we’ll recommend replacing them during the remodel. The alternative is tearing open a finished bathroom years later to fix a problem that was already there.
Submit a request and we’ll come assess your space and give you an exact number. Free of charge
Cosmetic refresh
Cosmetic refresh — vanity, toilet, fixtures, paint
from
$5,000 – $12,000
Mid-range
Mid-range — new tile, updated plumbing, layout stays
from
$12,000 – $25,000
High-end
High-end — full gut, wet wall moves, custom tile, steam shower
from
$30,000+
How We Work
1
Free In-Home Consultation
We look at the bathroom, the plumbing configuration, and what’s structurally possible. Real numbers on the first visit
2
Design
Full architectural drawings of the finished space. Once you sign a contract, we build a VR walkthrough so you can see every material and layout decision before demolition starts
3
We Pull the Permits
City of Lakewood requires permits for plumbing rough-in and electrical changes. We manage every application and inspection through the City of Lakewood Building Division
3
Construction
Fixed price. Clean job site. One contact from demo through final walkthrough
Financing Available
Don’t let budget hold you back. We work with trusted partners
Lakewood Permits for Bathroom Remodels
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Lakewood?
Moving plumbing or adding electrical circuits — yes. A straight vanity swap likely doesn’t trigger a permit. Relocating a shower drain does. We sort out what’s required during the consultation and handle all of it ourselves
Why Remodel Now?
Lakewood homes are trading at values that make a bathroom remodel a straightforward ROI calculation. A well-executed primary bathroom update returns 60–70% at resale — and you use it every day between now and then. That’s a return most investments can’t match
Why Arch Design & Build
We handle all Denver CPD permits and inspections
Architect, structural engineer, and builder — one team, one contract
VR preview before a single tile is touched
Fixed-price quotes. What we say is what you pay
Licensed, bonded, and insured in Colorado
Where We Work in Lakewood
We remodel bathrooms throughout Lakewood — Applewood, Green Mountain, Belmar, Solterra, and surrounding neighborhoods. Primary service zip codes: 80228 and 80215
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Lakewood?
A cosmetic refresh: 2–3 weeks. A full gut with custom tile and plumbing work: 4–7 weeks. City of Lakewood permit review is built into the schedule from the start.
What if you find corroded pipes behind the tile?
We document it, walk you through the options, and get your sign-off before proceeding. Nothing moves forward without your knowledge.
Do I need to vacate my home during the remodel?
No. We phase the work to keep disruption contained. If it’s your only bathroom, we’ll discuss scheduling around that specifically before the project starts.
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Arch Design & Build
6312 S. Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 300E, Greenwood Village, CO 80111