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Bathroom Remodeling Contractors in Eau Claire, WI

From a single shower swap to a full gut-and-rebuild. Licensed Eau Claire contractor with written estimates and clear timelines.

We've Seen What's Behind Your Walls

Bathrooms hide more surprises than any other room in a Wisconsin home. Old galvanized plumbing, water damage under the floor, framing that wasn't done right the first time. We've been remodeling Eau Claire bathrooms long enough that nothing catches us off guard, and it's why a bathroom renovation quote from us holds up after demo day, when quotes from less experienced bathroom remodeling contractors start growing.

When something unexpected shows up mid-project, we document it, walk you through what it means, and adjust the estimate with your sign-off before any extra work happens. The whole point of a written quote is that surprise charges aren't actually a surprise. It's the standard we'd want if we were comparing bathroom remodeling companies ourselves, so it's the standard we work to.

Bathroom Services We Offer

Full Bathroom Remodeling in Eau Claire, WI

A full bathroom remodel takes the room down to what's structurally sound and rebuilds it: new layout if you want one, new plumbing where the old runs are past their life, new tile, vanity, lighting, and ventilation. This is the right scope when the bathroom has multiple failing systems at once, or when the layout itself is the problem. Most full remodels in Eau Claire homes run five to eight weeks and land in the $25,000+ range depending on materials and how much moves.

Shower Replacement in Eau Claire, WI

Shower replacement is the most common bathroom project we do. It means swapping a worn, leaking, or dated shower for new tile or a solid-surface surround, with proper waterproofing behind it. That last part matters most: the majority of failed showers we open up in Eau Claire homes failed behind the wall, not at the surface. A straightforward replacement runs two to four days of work; custom tile with a niche, bench, or curbless entry runs longer.

Bathtub Replacement in Eau Claire, WI

The tub comes out and a new one goes in, without rebuilding the whole room. We replace worn or undersized tubs with standard alcove, freestanding, or deeper-soak models, correcting the drain, surround, and any subfloor damage the old tub was hiding. If the shell of your bathroom is fine and the tub is the problem, this is the fastest and least expensive way to make the room feel new again.

Walk-in Tubs in Eau Claire, WI

Walk-in tubs are the anchor of most aging-in-place bathroom projects: a low step-over threshold, a sealed door, built-in seating, and anti-scald valves. Installation involves more than dropping in the unit. The drain has to handle a faster fill-and-empty cycle, the door swing has to clear the room, and the surrounding floor should be slip-rated. We handle all of it, and we'll tell you honestly whether a walk-in tub or a curbless shower is the better fit for your situation.

Tub-to-Shower Conversions in Eau Claire, WI

If nobody has taken a bath in that tub for years, converting it to a walk-in shower gains you space, safety, and daily convenience. A conversion re-uses the existing wet wall where possible, upgrades the drain from tub-size to shower-size, and finishes with tile or a solid-surface kit. Most conversions wrap in under two weeks, and it's one of the highest satisfaction-per-dollar projects we do in Eau Claire homes.

How It Works

How a Bathroom Project Goes

1

Free Consultation

We come to your house, look at the bathroom, ask about what's working and what isn't, and start scoping the project. No cost and no pressure.

2

Written Estimate

Written estimate that breaks out labor, materials, and specialty items. If the project has unknowns, we flag them and explain how we'd handle each one.

3

Build and Walkthrough

Demo, build, and finish work, with one point of contact through the entire project. Final walkthrough together before signing off.

What a Bathroom Remodel Costs in Eau Claire

$8,000 to $15,000 · Focused Upgrade

Shower or tub replacement, new flooring, new vanity and fixtures, paint. Same footprint, no plumbing relocation. Usually two to three weeks of work depending on materials.

$15,000 to $25,000 · Substantial Remodel

Full tile work, new tub or shower, vanity, lighting, ventilation, possibly minor layout changes. Three to five weeks. This is where most bathroom projects land.

$25,000+ · Full Gut and Rebuild

Down to studs, layout changes, plumbing relocation, possibly moving walls. Five to eight weeks depending on scope. Aging-in-place renovations with curbless showers and accessibility features usually fall here.

Biggest variables: materials, layout changes, and what gets discovered behind the walls. Tile selection alone can swing a budget by several thousand dollars. We'll tell you where the dollars are going during the estimate.

What Homeowners Say

Things turned out incredible in our kitchen, especially the custom kitchen cabinets. The crew worked so hard to help us see our vision. Super happy customers and i'd gladly hire again for any future endeavors.
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Rick Google Review
I was debating on who I was going to use for a small remodel. Eau Claire Kitchen & Bath was transparent and super knowledgeable! Answered all the questions I had, they performed the work swiftly and my bathroom looks like a spa now. Thank you so much!
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Stace Google Review
I thought remodeling my bathroom would be stressful and expensive but after working with the staff at Eau Claire Kitchen & Bathroom remodeling, that definitely wasn't the case! Their staff were beyond respectful, quick and efficient and made sure all of my questions were answered thoroughly and concerns were taken seriously. I will definitely be calling them back in the spring when I plan on having my Kitchen remodeled. Thank you for the wonderful experience, I wouldn't trust anyone else!!
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Where We Work

We serve homeowners across Eau Claire and the broader Chippewa Valley. If you’re nearby and we haven’t listed your town, give us a call. We likely cover it.

FAQ

Bathroom Remodel FAQs

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Eau Claire, WI?
Bathroom remodels in the Eau Claire area typically range from $8,000 for a focused upgrade up to $30,000 or more for a full gut-and-rebuild. We provide clear written estimates at no charge so you know exactly what you are paying for before any work begins.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
Most bathroom remodels in the Eau Claire area take two to five weeks. A focused upgrade runs two to three weeks. A substantial remodel runs three to five. Full gut-and-rebuild jobs can run five to eight weeks.
Can I keep using my bathroom during the remodel?
For most projects, no. The bathroom will be unusable for the duration. We recommend confirming you have access to another bathroom before scheduling. For single-bathroom homes, we'll talk through options to minimize downtime.
Do you serve areas outside of Eau Claire?
Yes. We regularly work with homeowners in Altoona, Chippewa Falls, Lake Hallie, Menomonie, Bloomer, Cadott, and Fall Creek. Bathroom remodeling is the project we travel for most, and no address in our service area carries a travel surcharge.
What are the signs my bathroom needs remodeling rather than repair?
Recurring problems are the tell. If grout keeps cracking after every re-caulk, if the floor feels soft near the tub, if you smell moisture even when everything looks dry, or if the same drain backs up twice a year, you're paying repair prices for remodel-scale problems. A one-time fix like a new faucet or a re-caulked seam is genuinely a repair. Repeat offenders usually mean water is going somewhere it shouldn't, and the fix that lasts is a proper bathroom renovation that opens the wall or floor and corrects the cause. We'll tell you honestly which side of that line your bathroom is on during the consultation.
Can you make my bathroom safer for aging in place?
Yes. Aging-in-place work is a growing share of our bathroom remodeling projects in Eau Claire. Common upgrades: walk-in tubs, curbless (zero-threshold) showers, built-in shower seating, grab bars anchored to solid blocking rather than drywall anchors, comfort-height toilets, and wider doorways where framing allows. Many of these can be folded into a standard remodel for modest extra cost. The key is planning them in before tile goes up, not retrofitting after.

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