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Trusted Bathroom Remodeling for San Antonio Homeowners
A full bathroom remodel in San Antonio typically runs between $9,000 and $28,000, with smaller projects like a tub to shower conversion starting around $3,500. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio has been handling Bathroom Remodeling in San Antonio across the city since 2005, which means we’ve worked on everything from 1950s ranch houses in Terrell Hills to newer builds in Timberwood Park. Call (432) 547-6806 to get a written price before any work starts.
We’re part of the Relay Home Co. family of independent local businesses, and every bathroom remodel operates under The Relay Visibility Guarantee: a live arrival time, photo updates before and after, and a written price before a single tool is picked up. No surprises at the invoice. No chasing a contractor who goes quiet. That’s the standard, not an upgrade.
Bathroom Remodeling Contractor
A bathroom remodeling contractor is the licensed professional who pulls permits, manages plumbing and electrical work, and coordinates every trade so your remodel doesn’t stall between demolition and finish carpentry. You need one when the job involves moving fixtures, opening walls, or anything beyond a cosmetic refresh. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio handles this from first measurement to final walkthrough, with full bathroom remodels in San Antonio priced between $9,000 and $28,000 depending on size, layout changes, and material selections. We pull permits, schedule inspections, and keep you updated with photos at every stage.
Fixed Pricing in Writing
Before any work starts, you get a written line-item price. The number you approve is the number on the invoice, full stop.
Quartz countertops from Cambria or Caesarstone, fixtures from Kohler or Toto, and cabinetry from KraftMaid all get priced out before demolition day. No mystery line items, no “we’ll figure it out later.”
Boots on the Ground
Every technician who walks through your door is background-checked and uniformed. You’ll know who’s coming, when they arrive, and what they’re doing that day.
Luca Romano oversees every San Antonio project personally, which means a real human is accountable for your job from start to finish.
Styles & brands we work with
Walk In Shower
A walk in shower replaces a traditional tub or cramped stall with a curbless or low-threshold shower that you step into without lifting your legs over a high edge. Homeowners in San Antonio ask for these most often when mobility becomes a concern or an old fiberglass insert starts leaking behind the walls. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio installs walk in showers priced from $4,500 to $12,000, including waterproofing, tile or solid-surface walls, glass, and the drain relocation if the floor plan calls for it. The Schluter edge trim (the metal strip that waterproofs where your tile meets the floor) is standard on our installs, not an add-on.
Curbless Doesn’t Mean Compromise
A well-built walk in shower keeps water where it belongs with proper slope and a linear drain, not by hoping caulk holds up. We waterproof the entire shower pan with a membrane system before tile ever touches the floor.
In San Antonio’s clay-heavy soil, slab movement is a reality. Our shower pans are built to flex without cracking, and we’re not shy about saying so.
Glass and Hardware Done Once
Frameless glass looks clean, but only when the walls behind it are perfectly plumb. We shim and level before any glass gets measured, so your door swings true on day one and day 365.
And because of our 365-Day Done Right Promise, if anything isn’t done right, we make it right, in writing.
Bathroom Remodeling Companies
Bathroom remodeling companies fall into two camps: the ones who quote low to win the job and the ones who give you a real number up front. The difference shows up at the invoice and in how often the phone gets answered after the deposit clears. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio is the second kind. We’ve been doing Bathroom Remodeling - Converse and throughout the San Antonio area since 2005, and every project runs under The Relay Standard: live arrival time, photo updates, written price, digital invoice you pay from a link. Full bathroom remodels start around $9,000 and top out around $28,000 for a complete gut with mid-to-high-end finishes.
How We Compare
The cheapest bid for a bath remodel in San Antonio usually skips something: waterproofing, permits, licensed subs, or a real warranty. We don’t skip any of those, and we’ll show you the line items that prove it.
Material partners span Cambria and Caesarstone for counters, Kohler and Toto for fixtures, and KraftMaid and Wellborn for cabinetry, so you choose from brands with manufacturer backing behind the install.
What a Written Estimate Should Include
Demo, rough plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tile or wall panels, flooring, vanity, top, faucet, shower glass, trim, paint, debris hauling, and permit fees. If it’s not on the proposal, assume it’s not in the price.
We send ours in writing before work starts, and it’s the same document we work from the whole way through.
Bathroom Renovation
A bathroom renovation is a teardown-and-rebuild that changes the function, layout, or structure of the room, not just the surface finishes. In San Antonio, the most common renovation triggers are cast-iron drain lines that have finally rotted through, flooring that’s spongy around the toilet, and showers that leaked for years behind the tile. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio handles the full scope: moving walls, relocating drains, rewiring, and bringing the room up to current code. A full renovation runs $9,000 to $28,000, and that range reflects how far you move the plumbing and what you put on the walls.
Layout and Drain Lines
Moving a toilet or shower means opening the slab and relocating the drain, which is a different job than swapping fixtures in place. We scope this during the estimate so you’re not surprised by a concrete saw on demo day.
Most homes in neighborhoods like Castle Hills and Alamo Heights were built when 1.5 bathrooms was plenty. Renovating one of those baths usually means working around original plumbing that’s been there since the Eisenhower administration.
Code and Permits
Any renovation that touches plumbing or electrical requires a permit in San Antonio. We pull them, schedule the inspections, and close them out before we ask for the final check.
An unpermitted remodel can come back to bite you when you sell. We don’t put our name on it, and Luca Romano won’t let it happen on his watch.
Small Bathroom Remodel
A small bathroom remodel focuses on a powder room, hall bath, or guest bath that’s under about 50 square feet. These projects are where smart layout decisions matter most: a corner sink instead of a full vanity, a pocket door instead of a swing, a curbless shower where the tub used to be. In San Antonio, small bathroom remodels run $5,000 to $12,000, and that pricing assumes you’re keeping the toilet where it is and not moving the main drain line. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio has remodeled hundreds of small baths in homes across the city, from Bathroom Remodeling in Universal City to Windcrest, and we know which walls have room to move.
Space-Saving Moves
In a 5-foot by 8-foot bath, every inch counts. A 24-inch vanity may not sound much smaller than a 30-inch, but it’s the difference between a comfortable knee clearance and feeling like you’re brushing your teeth in a closet.
We’ve done enough small baths to know where a recessed niche beats a caddy, and where a 48-inch shower can be wider than the tub it replaced if you shift the lav a few inches.
Budget Boundaries
A small footprint doesn’t always mean a small budget, but it shouldn’t mean paying for waste either. We quote these line by line, so you see exactly what you’re paying for and why.
The written price covers what’s in the scope. No add-on for “unexpected conditions” that the estimate should have caught.
Shower Remodel
A shower remodel rebuilds an existing shower without necessarily touching the rest of the bathroom. In San Antonio, we see this most often in homes where the original fiberglass unit has cracked, the tile grout has failed, or a homeowner just wants a real tile shower instead of a builder-grade insert. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio prices shower remodels between $3,000 and $8,500, including demo, waterproofing, new pan, tile or wall system, valve, and trim. The range depends on whether we’re swapping like-for-like or upgrading to a full custom tile surround with a bench and niche.
Waterproofing Comes First
Almost every shower failure we tear out in San Antonio has the same root cause: water got behind the tile because someone skipped a step. We use a full waterproof membrane from the pan up the walls, not just a coat of roll-on sealer over drywall.
That membrane is what separates a shower that lasts five years from one that lasts five decades.
Valve and Trim Upgrades
The valve behind your wall is the part you don’t think about until it fails. We replace outdated valves while the wall is open, and we spec Moen or Kohler trims that won’t look dated in two years.
If you have an old three-handle valve and want a single-handle pressure-balanced setup, this is the time to do it.
Tub to Shower Conversion
A tub to shower conversion removes the existing bathtub and replaces it with a shower in the same footprint. San Antonio homeowners choose this path for aging in place, easier daily use, or just because nobody in the house takes baths anymore. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio also handles Bathroom Remodeling in New Braunfels and converts tubs to showers starting at $3,500 and running up to $10,000 depending on tile, glass, and whether we need to move the drain. The existing plumbing is already there, which keeps the project tight and the price predictable.
Faster Than a Full Remodel
Because the drain and supply lines are already roughed in, a tub to shower conversion usually finishes in a week or less. That’s a fraction of a full bath renovation timeline.
Most homeowners in San Antonio are back to a working bathroom within five to seven working days, including tile cure time.
Leverage What’s There
The same footprint means we don’t have to re-frame walls or relocate plumbing, and that keeps costs down. Much of the original budget goes into the visible stuff: tile, glass, fixtures.
We’ll show you options in the estimate, from a clean solid-surface surround to a floor-to-ceiling tile build-out.
One Day Bath Remodel
A one day bath remodel is a same-day cosmetic makeover: new tub or shower surround, new trim, new faucet, and often a new vanity top, all installed in a single visit. It’s the right choice when the structure is sound but the surfaces look tired, especially for rental properties or a quick refresh before listing a home. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio offers one day bath remodels priced from around $3,500 up to $8,500, depending on the materials and whether the existing plumbing needs any correction behind the wall. We bring the crew, the materials, and a written price before anyone picks up a tool.
What Fits in One Day
A one day remodel works when the scope is surface-level: swapping a tub surround, a vanity top, a toilet, a faucet. We’re not moving walls and we’re not relocating a drain line, so the price stays anchored to the work we can actually finish in one visit.
If we open the wall and find water damage, we stop, document it, and quote the fix before proceeding. No surprise add-ons.
Photo Proof Before We Leave
The Relay Visibility Guarantee applies here just the same: live arrival time, before-and-after photos, and a digital invoice you pay from a link. You’ll see exactly what we changed and what it cost.
That’s what we mean when we say the craft comes first, and the words follow the work.
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AfterBrands We Service
We’re a material-agnostic remodeling contractor, which means we don’t push one brand because it’s convenient for us. We’ve installed Tamko roofing products, Boral siding and trim, PGT impact windows, and CGI windows across San Antonio homes, but the same standard applies to every project: manufacturer specs followed to the letter and manufacturer backing behind the install.
For bathroom work specifically, we regularly work with Kohler and Toto fixtures, Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, and KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry. Whether you have a specified brand already picked or want us to walk you through options from proven manufacturers, we can help.
Signs You Need a Pro Right Now
- Soft spots in the floor around the toilet or tub. That’s subfloor rot from a slow leak, and it only gets worse. In San Antonio’s humidity, that rot spreads fast and can climb into your floor joists before you see the stain in the ceiling below.
- Grout lines that stay dark or crack repeatedly. Dark grout means water has been sitting in that joint, and cracked grout means movement behind the tile. Re-grouting covers the symptom; a proper waterproofing rebuild fixes the cause.
- A shower that takes ten minutes to drain. Cast-iron drain lines in older San Antonio homes clog and narrow over time. A slow drain in the shower usually means the pipe under it needs replacing, not just snaking.
- Mold or mildew coming back within days of cleaning. That’s ventilation failure or water trapped behind a wall. You can bleach the surface forever, but the source is behind the tile or in the wall cavity.
- Cracked or bulging tile around the tub surround. When tiles bulge, the substrate behind them has absorbed water and swelled. That’s a structural problem, not a cosmetic one, and it won’t stop until the wet material is cut out and replaced.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Initial call and written estimate. Call (432) 547-6806 and describe what you’re working with. We’ll schedule a walkthrough, take measurements, and send a written line-item price. No deposit required to get the number, and no vague “we’ll see” language on the proposal.
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Material selection and scope sign-off. You pick every fixture, tile, and top from our partner lineup before demo day. We confirm lead times and lock the schedule. That’s more than a convenience; it’s how we keep the job from stalling halfway through.
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Demolition and rough-in. Crew leads with the demolition, then bring in plumbing and electrical rough-in. Any hidden damage gets documented with photos and a written change order before we proceed. You approve it or we don’t do it.
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Waterproofing and tile. We waterproof the pan and walls, install tile or solid surface, and set the shower pan to drain correctly. Glass gets measured only after tile is set, so the final door fits perfectly.
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Finishes, inspection, and walkthrough. Fixtures go in, trim goes on, and the permit gets its final inspection. We walk the room with you, point out every change, and hand you the written 365-Day Done Right Promise. If anything isn’t done right, we make it right.
How Much Does Bathroom Remodeling Cost in San Antonio?
A typical full bathroom remodel in San Antonio runs $9,000 to $28,000. A small hall bath or powder room usually lands between $5,000 and $12,000. A walk in shower installation runs $4,500 to $12,000, a tub to shower conversion runs $3,500 to $10,000, and a shower remodel in an existing footprint runs $3,000 to $8,500. Those numbers are real ranges from our own San Antonio jobs, not national averages you’ll find on a generic cost estimator.
What moves the price: moving plumbing, moving walls, waterproofing scope, tile choice, glass type, and fixture grade. A $3,500 tub to shower conversion uses a solid-surface surround and a standard shower valve. A $28,000 remodel moves the toilet, adds a curbless shower with a bench, and specs floor-to-ceiling tile with frameless glass and a quartz vanity top.
How to avoid overpaying: get three bids, read them line by line, and ask what’s not included. If a bid is 30% below the others, something is missing. Our free estimate includes a written scope, material allowances, labor, permit fees, and haul-off. If it’s in the price, it’s in writing. If it’s not in writing, it’s not in the price. Call (432) 547-6806 to schedule yours.
Our Service Area Near San Antonio
Sawyer Remodel San Antonio covers San Antonio proper and the surrounding communities: Bathroom Remodeling in New Braunfels, Bathroom Remodeling in Alamo Heights, Universal City, Timberwood Park, Kirby, Windcrest, Scenic Oaks, Terrell Hills, Castle Hills, Lackland AFB, and Leon Valley. Our crews are based in the area, so we show up when we say we will, with a live arrival time sent before we pull in the driveway. If you’re outside San Antonio proper, call and we’ll confirm coverage.
Serving San Antonio, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Antonio area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bathroom Remodeling in San Antonio
Bathroom remodeling is the process of updating or rebuilding a bathroom’s layout, surfaces, and fixtures, ranging from a cosmetic refresh to a full gut and rebuild. In San Antonio, common scopes include tile showers, tub to shower conversions, new vanities, flooring, lighting, and plumbing updates. Sawyer Remodel San Antonio handles the full range, from a small powder room refresh to a complete primary bath renovation.
A tub to shower conversion usually wraps in five to seven working days, while a full bathroom remodel typically takes two to four weeks depending on scope, inspections, and material lead times. Permit inspections and tile cure time are usually what stretch a schedule. We give you a written timeline before work starts, and we send photo updates at every stage.
In San Antonio, full bathroom remodels run $9,000 to $28,000, small bathroom remodels run $5,000 to $12,000, walk in showers run $4,500 to $12,000, and tub to shower conversions start at $3,500. The total depends on whether you’re moving plumbing, the tile and fixtures you choose, and the condition of what’s behind the walls. Call (432) 547-6806 for a written estimate so you have a real number, not a range from a website.
Yes. We install Kohler, Moen, Grohe, Toto, Cambria, Caesarstone, Silestone, KraftMaid, Wellborn, and a full roster of other manufacturer-backed products. Whatever you or a previous contractor installed, we can service it or replace it with a comparable model. If you have a specific brand you want, tell us and we’ll spec it into the quote.
For active leaks, sewage backup, or complete shower failure, call (432) 547-6806 and a live person answers 24/7. We’ll talk through the immediate steps and get a technician out to stop the damage. Not every bathroom issue is an emergency, but when water is actively moving through your house, we treat it like one.
Every project carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing: if it’s not done right, we make it right, for a full year after the job closes. If a repair fails within that window, the second visit is free. Manufacturer warranties on materials like fixtures and tile run separately and are documented in your final packet.
Clear the hallway and the room itself of personal items, but leave the toilet and sink accessible for as long as possible. We handle floor protection, dust containment, and debris removal. You’ll know who’s coming, when they arrive, and what they’re working on each day, so there’s no mystery and no four-hour waiting window.
Schedule Your Bathroom Remodeling Service in San Antonio Today
Call (432) 547-6806 to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate. You’ll get a written price before work starts, a live arrival time, and photo updates throughout the project. A real person answers the phone 24/7, so there’s no voicemail loop and no waiting around. We won’t surprise you at the invoice. We’ll just do the work right and put it in writing.
Written by Luca Romano, Owner at Sawyer Remodel San Antonio, serving San Antonio since 2005.
