Bathroom Remodeling
Spa-quality bathrooms with premium tile, fixtures and finishes.
Materials
What we install vs. what corner-cutters use.
Waterproofing
Red Guard liquid waterproofing membrane, rolled on to full coverage with corners banded
Cement board + plastic sheeting
Why it matters: A bonded waterproof layer is the only thing that keeps water out of the framing for 30+ years.
Shower base
Proper shower liner (pan liner) installed and flood-tested before tile
No waterproof shower liner or membrane — they expect the tile and grout to do the waterproofing.
Why it matters: A tested liner is the difference between a shower that lasts decades and one that leaks into the ceiling below.
Tile setting
Modified thinset, properly troweled and back-buttered for 95%+ coverage
5-spot dabs of mastic
Why it matters: Full coverage prevents hollow spots that crack tile and grout under weight.
Shower floor tile
Non-slip tile rated for wet areas
Whatever polished tile matches the walls
Why it matters: Slippery shower floors are one of the most common in-home injuries — the right tile prevents falls.
Shower glass
Custom frameless tempered glass, 1/4" thick, measured after tile
Off-the-shelf framed enclosure or thin glass
Why it matters: Custom 1/4" frameless glass looks cleaner, seals better, and won't rattle or leak at the frame.
Built-ins
Shampoo niches, benches, multiple shower heads (rain head + handheld wand), and handicap accessories when requested
None — skipped to save framing and plumbing time
Why it matters: These are the details that make a shower actually usable every day — and they're nearly impossible to add later without tearing the wall open.
Drain & layout
Drain relocated and centered to the new shower layout
Drain left off-center where the old tub sat
Why it matters: An off-center drain means standing water and a shower that never looks right.
Electrical
GFCI protection at every wet-area outlet, waterproof recessed lights rated for shower zones
Standard outlets and non-rated cans
Why it matters: GFCIs and wet-rated fixtures are code and safety — not optional in a bathroom.
Wall board
Moisture-resistant green board on bathroom walls (cement board or foam board behind tile)
Standard drywall
Why it matters: Green board resists the humidity a bathroom sees every day; standard drywall crumbles behind vanities and around toilets.
Plumbing
Pressure-balanced valves, accessible shutoffs, PEX runs
Legacy compression fittings buried in drywall
Why it matters: Modern valves prevent scalds; accessible shutoffs prevent future demo.
Ventilation
110+ CFM fan on a timer, ducted to a roof cap
Fan venting into the attic
Why it matters: Attic-vented moisture is the #1 cause of hidden mold and rotted rafters.
Valves & Fittings
Name-brand valves, cartridges, and fittings from trusted manufacturers
Off-brand valves, cartridges, and compression fittings chosen to save a few
Why it matters: low-grade valves and fittings wear out within a year. When they fail behind the wall, the only way to replace them is to demo the tile, fixtures, and surrounding finishes — turning a small part into a major rebuild.
Process
A predictable path — with real durations.
Design & selections
1–3 daysLayout, tile, plumbing fixtures, vanity. We bring samples to your home so you can see them in your own light.
Demo & permits
4–6 daysFull demo to studs. We pull permits if the scope requires them.
Rough-in & inspection
4–6 daysPlumbing and electrical moves, drain relocation, GFCIs, then inspection where required.
Shower liner, framing & insulation
3–5 daysInstall the shower liner and flood-test it. Adjust framing and add or replace insulation while the walls are open.
Tile & drywall
1-2 weeksRed Guard waterproofing, wall tile, non-slip floor tile, grout, green board and paint.
Vanity, glass, trim
5–7 daysVanity, mirror, plumbing trim, custom 1/4" frameless tempered glass enclosure, punch list.
Clean up
1–2 daysFull jobsite clean, protective coverings removed, final walkthrough.
Customer projects across Houston
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Recent bathroom remodel projects from neighborhoods across the Houston area. Drag the slider on each image to see the before and after.
Why us
Why homeowners pick Modern Builders for bathroom remodeling.
Most homeowners remodel a bathroom only once or twice while they own a home — but the finishes and the work behind them are what you live with for decades. That is why cutting corners is so problematic: leaks, slow drains, weak water pressure, and mold behind the wall usually show up years later. And because a bathroom is permanent, a small fix behind the tile means tearing everything down and rebuilding it. A small problem quickly becomes a large one. We build it right the first time. Every shower is waterproofed with Red Guard and gets a real shower liner that we flood-test. Every fan is vented to the exterior. We use name-brand valves and fittings, not the off-brand parts some contractors install to save a few — those low-grade parts wear out within a year, and replacing them behind the tile means breaking the shower wall. Shampoo niches, benches, rain heads, handheld wands, and 1/4" frameless custom glass are standard here, not upsells. And if it can leak, we test it before we close it up.
FAQs
Answers before you ask.
How long is the bathroom unusable?+
Typically the full duration — but if it's your only bath we build a schedule that gets the shower running as fast as possible. If you'd like, we can add a temporary bathroom to the scope so you're never without one.
Do you offer curbless / no-step showers?+
Yes. They require a lowered subfloor and a proper linear drain — we do it right, not with a ramp.
Do you build ADA bathrooms and install walk-in tubs?+
Yes. We do full ADA bathrooms, grab bars with proper blocking, curbless showers, and walk-in tub installations.
Do you help with material selection?+
Yes. We offer white-glove material selection, which means we bring samples and options directly to your home — tile, stone, vanity finishes, hardware — so you can view and choose everything in your own space, in your own light, next to what you're keeping. No running around to multiple showrooms and supply houses.
Can you match old tile?+
For small repairs, sometimes. For a whole remodel we recommend new tile floor-to-ceiling for a warrantable waterproofing system.
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