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

Skilled trades (plumbing, electrical, tile)

US$4,000 — US$45,000

45%

Materials

Fixtures, tiles, vanities, and stone

US$2,500 — US$35,000

35%

General Contractor Fees

Project management and coordination

US$1,000 — US$18,000

15%

Permits & Inspections

City of Houston building code compliance

US$500 — US$2,000

5%

🧾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

4.9
★★★★½

261 reviews

🔨

Home Remedy

9505 Yupondale Dr, Houston, TX 77080, USA

4.9
★★★★½

177 reviews

🔨

Re-Bath

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

4.9
★★★★½

1,491 reviews

🔨

Tell Projects General Contractors

5328 Prudence Dr, Houston, TX 77045, USA

4.8
★★★★½

260 reviews

🔨

Unique Builders and Remodeling Houston

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

4.6
★★★★½

180 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

Older infrastructure in these areas often requires full replacement of galvanized pipes and outdated wiring, which can add $10,000 to $20,000 to the base cost. Additionally, stricter historic codes and limited contractor parking increase labor premiums by 15-25%.

A standard tub-to-shower conversion averages $9,000. However, custom tile builds with frameless glass enclosures and premium waterproofing typically range from $15,000 to $20,000.

Due to high humidity, Houston contractors prioritize high-CFM ventilation systems and advanced waterproofing (like Schluter-Kerdi), which adds roughly 5-10% to material costs but prevents mold and structural rot.

Mid-range bathroom renovations in Houston currently offer a 70-80% return at resale, making it one of the highest-ROI home improvements in the local market for 2026.

📊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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