How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Toms River?
Most Toms River bathroom remodels run $12,000 to $40,000. A tub-to-shower conversion with a new vanity and tile sits near the low end; a full gut that reconfigures plumbing and adds a curbless shower runs higher. Homes in Holiday City and Snug Harbor built in the 1960s–80s often carry original shutoffs and thin blocking that need attention before the pretty stuff goes in. We measure in person and give you a free, itemized estimate first.
Waterproofing is the whole job
A bathroom remodel that looks great for two years and then rots the subfloor underneath isn’t a remodel — it’s a problem waiting to surface. Toms River’s coastal humidity and salt air work grout joints and caulk lines harder than they would inland, so every shower we build gets a full waterproofing membrane behind the tile, properly sloped drainage, and sealed penetrations at every fixture. It’s slower than tiling straight over cement board, and it’s the difference between a bathroom that lasts and one that doesn’t.
Built for aging in place
Holiday City’s single-story 55+ ranches are full of the same original tub-and-tile combo, and a lot of homeowners there are asking for the same thing: a curbless or low-curb walk-in shower with a bench, grab-bar blocking installed behind the tile (not bolted through it later), and a taller comfort-height vanity. It’s a straightforward swap in these single-level floor plans, and it pairs well with a matching flooring update if the rest of the house is getting the same slip-resistant, low-threshold treatment.
Why does waterproofing matter so much in a Toms River bathroom?
Toms River’s humidity and salt air are tougher on bathrooms than an inland climate. Grout and caulk fail faster, and a hidden leak behind tile can rot subfloor for years before anyone notices. We build every shower with a full waterproofing membrane behind the tile, not just a bead of sealant, so water stays where it belongs even in an older East Dover or North Dover home with dated plumbing.
Why Toms River homeowners choose Paragon
Paragon Exteriors is licensed (NJ HIC #13VH13814500) and family-run, based right here in Ocean County. If your bathroom project is part of a bigger plan, ask us about pairing it with a kitchen remodel or a full home renovation. See the full range of what we do on our Toms River service page, browse our bathroom remodeling services, or call 848-633-6440 for a free, itemized estimate.