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How to Compare Bathroom Remodel Quotes in the Boston Area

If two Boston-area quotes are $10,000 apart, the difference is almost never the shower system. It's the scope. Compare line items, not bottom-line numbers — and insist every company quotes the same work.

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Make every quote describe the same project

Send the same scope of work to each company before they price it. That way, when quotes come back different, you're comparing real labor and material decisions instead of guesses about what was assumed.

  • Demo scope (down-to-studs or surface)
  • Subfloor and framing repair
  • Plumbing relocation or like-for-like
  • Vent fan replacement and routing
  • Shower system (acrylic vs. tile, brand, model)
  • Glass enclosure type
  • Permit responsibility (MA local building dept)
  • Condo/HOA coordination if applicable
  • Disposal, daily cleanup, and final cleanup

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Frequently asked questions

How many quotes should I get?+

Three is the standard answer. Two is fine if both companies scope identically and you have a strong reference for one of them.

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