How Much Does it Cost to Add a Small Half Bathroom?

How Much Does It Cost to Add a Bathroom?

It’s time to add a bathroom to your home. You want to save money on installation, though, so you’ve chosen to install a half bath instead of a full bath. While adding a small bathroom is cheaper than adding a large master bathroom, the price breakdown can still be confusing.

So, how much does it actually cost to add a bathroom?

Here’s what you need to know:

Working with Existing Space?

The cost of adding a bathroom depends on many factors. The first is the bathroom size, or the amount of new space for a bathroom. Converting an existing space into a bathroom means working out the dimensions of the room first. Half baths are typically about 3-4 feet wide, and about 6-8 feet long, while a full bathroom will, of course, be bigger.

Want a Luxury Bathroom?

The second consideration in adding a bathroom to your home or office is the amenities. Depending on the bathroom type you would like to install, half baths generally have a toilet, sink, and a mirror, although some are tricked out with additional storage and a vanity. The more amenities you want in your bathroom, the higher the costs will be.

Need Any New Plumbing and Electrical Work?

The final, and highest cost of any bathroom addition, is plumbing. Plumbing a new bathroom can run about $10,000-$25,000, especially if you have to cut through a foundation to do it.

That said, many people choose to save on bathroom costs by keeping the half bath near an existing plumbing system (on a shared wall with an existing bathroom, for example) or installing a Saniflo toilet system. The Saniflo SaniACCESS2 allows you to skip adding new plumbing and convert anything from an old closet to a nook into a DIY bathroom addition.

The Costs for a Bathroom Addition With the Saniflo SaniAccess 2

The installation cost for a new bathroom space with a Saniflo upflush toilet system is, by far, the most affordable way to do it. Because it saves you plumbing costs, this option keeps money in your pocket from the bathroom addition and makes your bathroom installation as quick as possible.

Here’s a rough bathroom installation costs breakdown for an entirely new bathroom with a Saniflo system. Keep in mind that exact numbers will vary based on the finishes and fixtures you choose:

• Pipe Installs: $600-$1,600 per fixture.
• Labor (if you hire a contractor to do the job for you): $1,200-$5,500
• Doors: $100-$300
• Faucets and showerheads: $20-$300
• Ceramic Tiles: $2-$20 per square foot
• Sink and faucets: $300-$500
• Toilet install: $250-$450
• Fan: $250-$500
• Mirrors: $50-$150 or more depending on size.
• Flooring: Ceramic tile costs about $1-$2 per square foot while linoleum is about $5-$7 per square foot. Porcelain, meanwhile, costs $6-$9 per square foot, and marble is $16-$18 per square foot.
• Cabinets: $350-$450 per linear foot.
• Toilet System: The Saniflo SaniAccess 2 Upflush Toilet complete system, which includes a macerator pump, tank, and bowl starts at about $984.30 without additional features like an elongated bowl or extension pipe.

If you want to lower your bathroom addition costs, you can easily do so by installing elements yourself rather than hiring a contractor or opting for more affordable tile, vanities, and other finishes.

Ready to start your new bathroom project? Shop Saniflo toilet systems now!