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A full bathroom remodel in Jacksonville, FL typically costs between $9,000 and $28,000 in 2026, with most mid-range projects landing between $14,000 and $20,000. Small bathrooms or powder rooms can run $5,000 to $12,000, while a primary bath with premium finishes and layout changes can push past $30,000. These numbers reflect what we see on permits and invoices across Duval County, St. Johns, and Clay County this year, adjusted for what materials and labor actually cost in the Jacksonville market right now.
Bradford Remodeling Co Jacksonville gives you a written price before any work starts, so the number you’re quoted is the number you pay. No repricing at the door, no “we found something” calls that double your budget. That’s The Garrison Standard, and it’s been the operating rule here since 2004.
Key Takeaways
- Full bathroom remodel in Jacksonville: $9,000 – $28,000
- Small bathroom or powder room: $5,000 – $12,000
- Walk-in shower installation: $4,500 – $12,000
- Tub-to-shower conversion: $3,500 – $10,000
- Labor typically accounts for 40 – 50% of total cost in this market
- Written price guarantee: the number on your estimate is the number you pay
If you’re planning a remodel in Riverside, San Marco, Mandarin, or out toward the Beaches, call (904) 337-5929 for a free estimate with real numbers, not ballpark hand-waving. We answer the phone with a live person, 24/7.
Bathroom Remodel Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how a typical Jacksonville bathroom remodel breaks down by line item. These are the ranges we’ve written into contract estimates across the city in the past year, from Arlington to Ortega and over to Neptune Beach.
| Line Item | Typical Range (Jacksonville, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodel (5×8 to 8×10) | $9,000 – $28,000 |
| Small bathroom / powder room | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Shower replacement (pan, walls, valve) | $3,000 – $8,500 |
| Bathroom vanity installation | $800 – $3,000 |
| Flooring (tile or LVP, including substrate) | $1,200 – $4,000 |
| Plumbing rough-in (new layout or relocation) | $800 – $3,500 |
| Electrical (lighting, GFCI, exhaust fan) | $500 – $2,000 |
| Permits (City of Jacksonville / Duval County) | $150 – $600 |
What pushes a project toward the top of that range? Moving the toilet or shower drain (a rough-in change, not a replacement), waterproofing a curbless shower, installing heated flooring, or pulling permits for structural changes. What keeps it lower? Keeping the existing footprint, using a stock vanity instead of custom cabinetry, and avoiding tile work on every wall surface.
One thing Jacksonville homeowners don’t always plan for: moisture. This is a humid, coastal climate, and bathrooms that don’t get proper ventilation or waterproofing show it fast. The substrate under your tile, the drywall behind your shower walls, and the fan you install matter as much here as the finishes you see. We spec that correctly from day one, because a mold issue six months after close isn’t just a headache, it’s a structural problem, and it’s exactly the kind of thing our 365-Day Done Right Promise exists for.
What Affects Bathroom Remodel Pricing in Jacksonville
Every estimate we write in Jacksonville is different because every house is different. Here’s what actually moves the number on the page, based on what we’ve bid across the city this year.
- Bathroom size and footprint. A 5×8 hall bath in a 1960s Arlington ranch is a far different job than a 12×14 primary bath in a Nocatee new-build. Larger rooms mean more tile, more drywall, more paint, more of everything. Changing the footprint means moving plumbing, and that’s where costs climb fast.
- Age of the house. Homes in Riverside, Avondale, and San Marco built before 1980 often have cast-iron drain lines, galvanized supply pipes, or wiring that doesn’t meet current code. Opening a wall and finding a 60-year-old stack changes the scope quickly. We write that risk into the estimate up front, not after the wall comes down.
- Plumbing configuration. Keeping the toilet, sink, and shower in the same locations is the single biggest cost control you have. Moving a drain line across the room means cutting into the slab (most Jacksonville homes are on concrete slab foundations) and rerouting venting. That’s real labor and real permit work.
- Material grade. A stock vanity from a big-box store costs $400. A Wellborn semi-custom vanity with soft-close drawers and a dovetailed build costs $2,500 and up. The difference is visible, and it’s durable. Bradford works from a documented roster of name-brand materials – KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Caesarstone surfaces, Kohler and Moen fixtures – so you know exactly what you’re getting, and the manufacturer’s spec sheet backs it.
- Waterproofing method. A fiberglass shower pan and acrylic surround is the budget route. A fully waterproofed tile shower with a Schluter membrane or equivalent system, a mortar bed, and sealed seams costs more and lasts a lot longer. In Jacksonville’s humidity, this is where we see the biggest gap between “cheap” and “correct.” We won’t cut this corner, and we’ll put the method in writing.
- Permit scope. Swapping a vanity and painting doesn’t trigger permits in Duval County. Moving plumbing, changing electrical, or altering walls does, and permit fees plus inspection time add $150 – $600 and a few days to the schedule. We handle the paperwork, and the permit number goes on your estimate.
None of these factors should be a mystery by the time you sign. The Garrison Standard means every one of them is spelled out in your written price before a tool comes out of the truck.
How Much Does a Small Bathroom Remodel Cost in Jacksonville?
A small bathroom remodel in Jacksonville, typically a powder room or a 5×7 hall bath, runs $5,000 to $12,000 in 2026. That covers a new vanity and top, a toilet, flooring, paint, a mirror, and a basic fixture upgrade, assuming you keep the plumbing where it is. Add tile work, a new shower, or a layout change, and you’re back into the $12,000 to $18,000 range for the same room.
What a small bathroom doesn’t mean is a small contract. The written quote you get from Bradford Remodeling for a powder room has the same structure as one for a primary bath: line items, material specs, permit status, timeline, and the same 365-Day Done Right Promise attached. The room is smaller. The standards don’t change.
How to Save on Bathroom Remodel
Saving money on a bathroom remodel in Jacksonville means controlling the variables that drive cost, not cutting corners that come back to bite you in a humid climate. Here’s what’s worked for homeowners we’ve worked with across the city.
- Keep the plumbing where it is. This is the single biggest lever. Same location for toilet, sink, and shower means no slab cutting, no drain rerouting, no extra permit inspections. You get a brand-new bathroom with old plumbing bones, and the savings are usually $1,500 – $4,000.
- Use tile selectively. Tile on the shower walls and the floor, paint on the drywall elsewhere. A fully tiled bathroom in 4-inch ceramic is gorgeous, but it’s also several thousand dollars in material and labor. Pick one focal wall or the shower as your tile statement and let the rest breathe.
- Choose a stock vanity with a premium top. Kitchen and bath cabinet shops in Jacksonville have plenty of solid stock options. Pair a stock base with a Cambria or Caesarstone quartz top and a Kohler faucet, and the finished look reads far above the price point.
- Plan around hardware and fixture packages. We install Moen and Kohler fixtures as standard on most Bradford jobs. Buying them as part of the remodel, through us, means they’re spec’d correctly the first time and covered by the manufacturer’s warranty plus our own guarantee. Swapping fixtures mid-project because a part didn’t arrive is a schedule killer, not a savings.
- Get the written price and compare it honestly. Two bids can look similar and be completely different jobs once you read the scope. Does one include waterproofing the full shower substrate? Does the other include the permit? Is the warranty a handshake or a signed one-year guarantee in writing? A Bradford estimate shows you what’s included, what isn’t, and what it costs, line by line.
For a free estimate with real numbers for your Jacksonville bathroom, call (904) 337-5929. No pressure, no countdown, no “today only” pricing. Just a written number and a straight answer.
Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace a Bathroom?
In Jacksonville, it’s usually cheaper to repair a bathroom than to replace it, and the break-even point is around $4,000 to $5,000. If you’re looking at a new vanity, a toilet, paint, and a minor fixture swap, repairing what’s there will run $800 – $3,000. But if you’re already past $5,000 in repairs, and the shower needs work, the floor is failing, or the layout doesn’t work, a full remodel at $9,000 – $12,000 often makes more sense than patching a room that’s going to need major work again in a few years.
The honest answer: a Bradford estimate will tell you which one you’re in. We don’t sell remodels to people who need repairs, and we don’t repair rooms that should be replaced. That’s a discipline that comes from The Garrison Code, and it means you get the truth even when the truth is “this one’s cheaper than you think.”
FAQs – Bathroom Remodel Cost
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Jacksonville, FL in 2026?
A bathroom remodel in Jacksonville costs $9,000 to $28,000 for a full project in 2026, with the typical mid-range job landing around $14,000 – $20,000. Small bathrooms run $5,000 – $12,000. The biggest cost drivers are plumbing location changes, shower waterproofing, and material grade. Call (904) 337-5929 for a written estimate that shows exactly where your project lands.
How much does a walk-in shower installation cost in Jacksonville?
A walk-in shower installation in Jacksonville runs $4,500 to $12,000 depending on the waterproofing method, tile choice, and whether the shower replaces a tub or goes in a new footprint. A curbless, fully tiled shower with a Schluter membrane system will push toward the high end. A standard 60-inch replacement shower with fiberglass pan and semi-frameless glass lands lower. Free estimates available at (904) 337-5929.
How much does a tub-to-shower conversion cost in Jacksonville?
A tub-to-shower conversion in Jacksonville costs $3,500 to $10,000 in 2026. The low end covers removing the tub, installing a shower pan and acrylic walls, and replacing the valve. The high end covers tile walls, a custom pan, a new glass door, and updating the drain to meet Florida plumbing code. Most conversions we quote in Jacksonville land between $5,000 and $7,500.
Can you remodel a bathroom for $5,000 in Jacksonville?
Yes, but only for a small bathroom or powder room with a limited scope. In Jacksonville, $5,000 to $7,000 covers a new vanity and top, toilet, paint, mirror, light fixture, and flooring in a small space, with plumbing left in place. Any shower work, tile work, or layout change pushes the project past that range. Call (904) 337-5929 and we’ll tell you what’s actually possible for your budget, in writing.
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Jacksonville?
A full bathroom remodel in Jacksonville typically takes 3 to 6 weeks from demolition to final inspection in 2026. A smaller job like a vanity replacement or a tub-to-shower conversion runs 1 – 2 weeks. The schedule depends on permit turnaround (Duval County is usually 1 – 3 weeks for plumbing and electrical permits), material lead times, and whether any slab work is required. Your Bradford estimate includes a written timeline along with your written price.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Jacksonville?
In Jacksonville, a permit is required for any bathroom remodel that changes plumbing, electrical, or structural elements, which means most full remodels need one. Permit costs typically run $150 to $600 and are included in a Bradford estimate. Swapping a vanity, painting, or replacing a toilet without moving plumbing does not generally require a permit. We handle all permitting, and the permit number is on your paperwork.
Why Jacksonville Homeowners Choose Bradford Remodeling
Curtis Lane has been running Bradford Remodeling Co Jacksonville under The Garrison Standard since the location opened, and the standard hasn’t slipped. It can’t slip, because it’s written down. Every project gets a written price before work starts. Every completed job carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise, a full-year written guarantee that says this: if the work doesn’t hold, we come back and fix it at no charge. That’s not marketing language, it’s a document with your signature and ours on it.
When the crew arrives, they’re background-checked and uniformed, and you know their names before they walk through your door. When you call at 2 a.m. with a question, a live person answers. Not a voicemail, not a callback queue. And the materials we install carry names you can look up: KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry, Cambria and Caesarstone surfaces, Kohler and Moen fixtures. Manufacturer specs, manufacturer warranties, and our guarantee on top of them.
Squared away at close means a clean site, a documented scope that matches the estimate, and a signed written guarantee in your hand before we pull out of the driveway. That’s what the job looks like when it’s done right, and that’s the only way we close one. This is the standard set by Garrison Partners since 2004, and it applies to every job we bid in Jacksonville, from a powder room in San Marco to a primary suite in Nocatee.
If you’re planning a bathroom remodel in Jacksonville, start with a written estimate. We’ll give you real numbers for your house, not a range from a website. Call (904) 337-5929 or visit our home page to learn more about how we work. The estimate is free, and the number is in writing.
Pricing reflects the Jacksonville market as of 2026. Bradford Remodeling Co Jacksonville offers free estimates – call (904) 337-5929.
Written by Curtis Lane, Owner at Bradford Remodeling Co Jacksonville, serving Jacksonville since 2004.
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