Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Houston (2026)

Average cost in Houston

US$12,794avg

US$6,900 — US$90,000

US$80 — US$800 per sq ft

+5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Greater Houston

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Licensed plumbing, electrical, and tile setting

US$3,000 — US$45,000

45%

Materials

Fixtures, cabinetry, tile, and countertops

US$2,500 — US$32,000

35%

Demolition & Disposal

Removal of old fixtures and debris hauling

US$800 — US$3,000

8%

Contingency Fund

Buffer for foundation or moisture issues

US$500 — US$9,000

10%

Permits & Fees

City of Houston building and trade permits

US$147 — US$1,500

2%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $800 tax$13,594

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Vanity & sink replacement
  • Toilet replacement
  • Tub/shower update
  • Tile flooring & walls
  • Basic plumbing
  • Lighting & exhaust fan
  • Labor & installation

Typically Excludes

  • Full tub-to-shower conversion
  • Heated floors
  • Custom glass enclosures
  • Structural modifications
  • Permits

Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$19,375

US$15,500 — US$23,250

Based on 8 sources and market data for Houston. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$12,185

Today

US$12,794

Bathroom Renovation in Houston is 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$609 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Bathroom Reno Contractors in Houston

Verified providers
🔨

Artesa Build & Design

2525 Robinhood St Suit 810, Houston, TX 77005, USA

5.0
★★★★★

273 reviews

🔨

Home Remedy

9505 Yupondale Dr, Houston, TX 77080, USA

4.9
★★★★½

176 reviews

🔨

Re-Bath

3413 North Sam Houston Pkwy W #200, Houston, TX 77086, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,604 reviews

🔨

Tell Projects

5328 Prudence Dr, Houston, TX 77045, USA

4.8
★★★★½

268 reviews

🔨

Unique Builders and Remodeling Houston

5320 Gulfton St #1, Houston, TX 77081, USA

4.6
★★★★½

183 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, if you are moving plumbing fixtures or changing electrical wiring. A standard $15,000 remodel typically incurs about $336 in total permit fees, including building ($147), electrical ($128), and plumbing ($131) permits.

Houston's high humidity makes high-performance ventilation and waterproofing non-negotiable. Expect to spend $400–$900 on a 110+ CFM exhaust fan and $2–$4 per sq ft for crack isolation membranes to protect tile from foundation shifts common in local clay soils.

Mid-range bathroom remodels in the Houston metro area currently see a return on investment (ROI) of approximately 70–80% at resale, making it one of the highest-value home improvements in the local market.

Renovations in Inner Loop neighborhoods often cost 15–30% more than the city average due to older infrastructure requiring full re-piping, stricter historical preservation codes, and limited site access for contractors.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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