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How to Compare Bathroom Remodel Quotes in Raleigh-Durham

Three Raleigh-Durham quotes for the same bathroom almost never look like the same project. This is the framework to make them comparable.

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Build a comparison sheet

List every line item across the top: demo, subfloor, plumbing, shower system, glass, fixtures, vent fan, paint, flooring, disposal, permit. Put each Raleigh-Durham contractor in a column. If a company didn't quote a line item, write "not included." That's the column you need to ask about.

Watch for these common Triangle-area gaps

These are the line items most commonly missing from a low-ball quote in the Triangle.

  • Subfloor repair (often a $1,000–$3,000 change order in older intown Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill stock)
  • Vent fan replacement (undersized in much of the older stock)
  • City of Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill / Cary / Wake-Durham-Orange County permit fees
  • Drywall repair and paint touch-up around the work area
  • Disposal and dumpster fees

Not sure which option fits your home? Julia will walk you through a 2-minute guided conversation and show you a personalized remodel profile.

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Frequently asked questions

How many quotes should I get in Raleigh-Durham?+

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

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