Hi l was wondering roughly how much does it cost to have a second bathroom or ensuite added to a house, l know it would depend on many different things, but roughly what is the average cost
Cost of New Bathroom/Ensuite Added to House
Jackdawson79 on 05/04/2024 - 09:28
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"For a second bathroom that is 11 x 3 metres, the cost ranges between $24,000 and $34,000. In contrast, an 18 x 4-metre bathroom can cost between $42,000 and $56,000."
Is 11x3m - 33sqm or 18x4m 72sqm! common sizes for bathrooms these days? That is more internal sqm than this 2bed apartment
For people who hold pissing contests or want to play cricket in there?
My entire 3 bedroom, one story house is about 16m long. I couldn't imagine walking the length of my house every time I go from the toilet to the sink just to wash my hands.
Didn't they put it closer to the centre of the house or is your toilet still an out house?
I'm guessing something dropped the decimal point - so it's "1.1m" and "1.8m" wide respectively.
Firstly, I don't know anyone who has an 18mx4m bathroom.
Secondly, that bathroom is going to cost a hell of a lot more than $56k. I'd be surprised if an empty room of that size could be built for that price, let alone plumbing, waterproofing, cabinetry, fittings, tiling, etc.
18mx4m bathroom
Bathroom for giants?
Or room for a lap pool
.He's gonna lock people in there and perform experiments like in the human centipede. Oh s*** did I go too far???
More like bathroom for (profanity).
100% Correct
OP is not talking about a renovation here
…rather a full extention complete with extended plumbing, drainage and water proofing
Average cost?….laughable!
OP has answered thier own question already…
"l know it would depend on many different things"
Maybe get a quote to put a granny flat out the back as a guide
See here for a guide on cost but overall estimate is $50,000 to $120,000+++ (2015 costs)
https://www.grannyflatbuilders-sydney.com.au/how-much-does-a…Granny flats are way more than $120K. I got quotes last year for a 1 bedroom GF and it was around $150K (Sydney)
Most cost effective way is to get a prefab from a place like melwood. I did a fully contained office out back, had airtaskers do the laminate plank floorboards and painted myself. Cost ~35k and looks really good.
Was told we could eventually get council approval to turn it into an extra bedroom with an ensuite
@garygaz: What year did you do all that Gary, and which city we talking? I assume Sydney based on Melwood location.
What size did you get, would like Google some stock pictures of what you put in for 35K. Economically it sounds good.
Come with any sort of warranty?
I've read that cheaper prefabs don't last.@JakeyJooJoo: Did this in the last 12 months. 5.4x2.6m and got the premium cladding. Bought the floorboards, skirting boards and paint from Bunnings. That 30k includes a gyp rocker from airtasker and a local electrician wiring up the room to our mains. I am quite happy with the result, very cost effective and feels like a normal room inside. The prefab has a 10 year structural warranty. Quality seems good. And yes in Sydney
As it says in my post
2015 costs
Im just quoting what is mentioned on the web site
So pls dont argue with the Messengerbut yes, I agree.
The point is that getting online quotes for a granny flat is a starting point for OP as far as estimates go.
Whatver that works out to be.
How much is food?
$1 to $1000 each.Great, I'll take the $1 option.
Here's your McD hamburger for your 10th anniversary party
Where did you get that $1 burger from, pray tell
You really need it quoted by a contractor
How long is a piece of string?
Twice of half its length…
$38,276.84
plus GST
What about mates rates?
$69,420 (incl. GST)
N I c e
thats too expensive for me, l was hoping under $30000
It's a bit hard to swallow at that price.
Went over O.P.'s head, Something about Mary style.
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it will cost anywhere between 15k to 30k , considering small to medium bathroom with mid-level fittings. you go big, you pay more obviously.
friend recently did 2 bathrooms decent size with midrange fittings( not from Bunnings) ( shower, 2 sink vanity, toilet in ensuite and tub in other) for around 42K.( Brisbane).
Local business and QBCC licenced plumber.
Hope this helps.Depends on a number of factors;
- slab or stumps foundation
- how close to existing water and sewerage
- choice of fittings and fixtures
- does it need to match existing roof line
Etc etc
Hi l was wondering roughly how much does it cost to have a second bathroom or ensuite added to a house
it would depend on many different things
Would $30,000 be reasonable if went for budget fittings and budget option with nothing fancy
Fittings are the least of the cost if it is a new addition to the house.
Building, plumbing, electrical and planning fees will cost more than $30k easily.
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I understood that reference. That's a reminder for me to get off the internet for a bit.
No. Most bathrooms these days will cost you somewhere in that ballpark just to renovate.
If you're talking about an extension to your house, I wouldn't be at all surprised to see something in the $100k (or more) neighbourhood.
Yep 100k in todays situation would be a fair budget.
If you can refurb an existing room, $20k would be a good base to start with, then go up from there depending on your expectations as to quality and any house-specific complications.
It'll be easier if your house is on stumps and the area under accessible. If your house is on a slab, plumbing will require some nutting out and will complicate things a fair bit.
Have you considered just building a new house around an existing ensuite?
Can do for less than 10k
Or if you really want to be the envy of your neighbours you can consider one of these for even cheaperThis AIO can save you a lot on waterproofing.
Within the same footprint?
$100k
thats too much for me. l was hoping around $30K
Buy a house with a second bathroom and you might renovate that for 30k
I've been considering the same.
Are you going to coordinate all the trades yourself or handball it to a builder (this is where the $20k plus guides come in for a tiny ensuite)?
Reece Plumbing offer a free project guide on their website, this can help you decide if there is any tasks you want to DIY, or which trades you can go and source yourself:
https://www.reece.com.au/bathrooms/bathroom-renovation-guide…Tips I've captured from reddit and elsewhere are;
*3 quotes for EVERYTHING
*Biggest cost is likely to be waterproofing and tiling (these are floor + walls = more sqm than the floorspace).
*Find a good plumber (the plumber is the lead trade on a bathroom - just don't say that to the Tiler/Waterproofer) that you get along with, explain in clear detail exactly what you are trying to achieve and write down everything, take their advice on how to save time/money.
*Going hourly and getting their clear instructions on what needs to be done next (so you can do it or book someone who can) can save a fortune, but runs the risk of them not being available when you need them next extending the timeline. You may also be able to act as their 'unskilled labourer' saving some of their hourly time/cost.I feel like the problem with self managing would be finding tradies who would be willing to put up with a owner-managed renovation. My recent experience with tradies is they have no shortage of jobs right now so are very choosy. Most I would think would just say no if it looked like it was going to be run like that.
Ive just done 2.
Putting in a new toilet is around $10k including plumbing, loo, tiling etc.
Full bathroom with no major plumbing issues and no stupid tiling $25-30k
$10K for a toilet, is it gold plated
$3k-$5k is for a good bidet style. But most of the costs will be as mentioned - plumbing - titling etc.
$8000 to plumb into the existing sewerage with about 4m of pipe, all water connections, copper etc.
That was with an older 50s home where they could run it under floorboards and essentially strap it to the brick foundations.
The loo was the cheapest on sale at $430.
Then cost of tiles, then tiler.
He/she means a separate toilet room.
The way things are going you should consider adding extra piping for a clothes washer and dryer and an extra sink, so you can rent out the rest of your house and live in your master bedroom area.
I put one in for under $100
Kids aren’t happy it’s in their bedroom but more than suitable
https://www.bunnings.com.au/marquee-portable-toilet_p0443538…That makes scents. Cheers
Saved cents. Cheers.
Potential rents!
THanks an extension to the house would be too expensive l think , what sort of cost would it be to convert a spare bedroom into a bathroom , would it work out a lot cheaper then an extension, could it be done under $30K
That depends. If it is like back to back with your existing bathroom then yes but if you need to run sewerage, pipes to other end of the house then you got a problem.
Think about it logically. If it is over the wall from your existing bathroom a lot of the pipes are already there (except for sewerage) and above ground so easy to bring in.
If you need to dig outside it will be equipment and labor.
Think about it logically.
Check OP's post history.
If it’s not a concrete slab, then $30k should be enough.
As you’re converting an existing bedroom to a bathroom, get a quote from a builder who does small jobs or bathroom reno places
Hey OP, how much would a holiday cost?
would cost u $30,000
How much for an outhouse? That sounds like it would be a fun adventure. Walking outside in the dark, spiders and snakes hanging out in there.
$3000-$3500 /m2 would be min I would budget - costs increase as complexity and quality of fittings / finish etc
So if the house is above ground on stilths it would be alot cheaper on easier for the pipes, if the house is on a concrete slab how do they connect the pipes would it be alot more expensive
Anything that isn't concrete slab is usually strapped to the piers/foundations.
Concrete slabs are cut in channels back to depth, pipes laid then repoured.
Have had both done and both come with their own issues. If the concrete slab has reo in it, that's migraine level 😫
Here are the pictures from my reno showing the plumbing - https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct2-2wvrUCF/?igsh=NHE3ZXI1ZDB2dG…
Well, which do YOU have?
Slab or pylons?
You can convert a powder room into an extra bathroom for a few thousand as all the plumbing is already there. But then if your house has a powder room you've most likely got 2 bathrooms already.
Adding to the chorus that there are too many variables to estimate a cost.
If you want a really broad answer, Real.estate.com have a calculator for such things, so try that for a comparable property.
I done ensuite 2 years ago, toilet,enclosed showers ,vanity, bathtub and a skylight, $28000 cash
need more info, dingle level? expanding into outer perimeter? or inside current house? if you bring contractors yourself you can get it done with 25k - 30k (average size)
A whole room extention in the current market?
Start at $100k and be prepared for time and cost blowouts beyond the quote.I would simply not build anything in current market.
You’re all spouting unfounded numbers and haven’t even taken into consideration a draftsmens fee, council permits, surveyors costs, etc… while a renovation of a bathroom could start at $15-20k a complete addition to a house has a lot more considerations such as a new roof, new structure, engineering that structure to the existing structure, new foundations, etc… It’s much more than just some new tiles, plasterboard and fittings. And no one can give you a ballpark figure on this because every property has its own challenged.
OP your best bet is to find a local builder and ask for a quote. There’s no obligation on a quote. And I would recommend getting at least two quotes from different builders with the same specifications. Three quotes is better.
Get someone to give you a quote.
OP,
You may want to use the ‘average cost per square meter’ rule (as a guide to obtain cost of the bathrooms ‘shell/ room’ to get an idea of base cost)
To my recollection - in WA, an average cost per m2 of new build house is between A$1,900 - 2,400 (just the ‘shell/ room’ not bathroom including plumbing, fixtures etc)
You may first want to determine the area you intend for the new bathroom extension ‘shell/ room’ and calculate it against that to arrive to a base idea of its cost.
Eg. determined area of new bathroom extension ‘shell/ room’ is say 3 x 3 meters (9m2)
9m2 x A$1,900 = $A17,100
9m2 x A$2,400 = $A21,600Thus 9m2 ‘shell/ room’ may be between $A17,100 - 21,600.
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A friend of mine recently had a plumber do plumbing/ piping work/ drainage (minus bathroom furniture and tiling) to 3x new small bathroom for approx A$9,000 total
The Bathroom furniture/ fixtures and tilling is subjective to your taste and can be shopped around by yourself. Shop around and get quotes from hardware shops/ tiles shop or online shops to get an idea of costs based on your taste + the size of the bathroom and number of fixtures/ bathroom furniture required to reach a minimum functional bathroom state.
A plumber can be handy in installing those. Negotiate costs of installing the selected bathroom furniture/ fixture and tiling with the plumber. Remember, you’ll also require to engage a sparky/ electrician to install electrical wiring/ lighting/ outlets/ hot water electrical wiring etc as well in the bathroom, and connect all that to the main electrical distribution box/ meter of the house.
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Alternatively to all of this, you may want to engage an Architect to determine all the above for you - including plus design it/ material selection/ electrical + lighting selection/ ensure the new build is within regulatory planning codes etc.
An Architect can also recommend builders/ plumbers/ sparky for engagement, and they can see the construction is carried through to quality outcomes.
If you are talking about adding NEW bathroom into your existing house, you are looking at minimum 50k. Renovating existing bathrooms would only cost around 20k.
For renovation, does this include converting a bathtub to a shower? and also how long will it take?
I'm looking to buy an old apartment and renovate it but don't know where to start.
Get 3 quotes instead of asking Ozbargainers to pull a random number out of their rear end.
That’s like asking how much does a car cost with no further details…
https://sqmarchitects.com.au/adding-a-bathroom/#:~:text=The%….