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Bathroom remodel design study by UHS Remodeling, representative of our work for The Colony, TX homeowners
Bathroom Remodel · The Colony · TX · (469) 850-7087

Bathroom remodeling in The Colony, TX, finished like the showrooms you save.

A fixed-price bathroom project from our Plano-based DFW team serving The Colony homeowners, with designers, project leads, and tradespeople who finish on the day they said they would. Eleven years, one promise: your quote is your price.

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The short answer

The corner garden tub is the first thing to go.

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in The Colony?

A bathroom remodel in The Colony typically runs $8,000 to $60,000 with UHS Remodeling, quoted as a fixed price before work begins. A hall-bath refresh sits near the lower end, while a full primary-bath gut with a curbless shower, freestanding tub, double vanity, and relocated plumbing reaches the upper range. UHS Remodeling pulls and coordinates the plumbing and electrical permits and inspections with your local building department as part of the project. A major cost driver for baths is the age of the home: in older housing stock, tearing out original mud-set showers and garden tubs frequently exposes dated galvanized or cast-iron drain lines, subfloor moisture damage, and undersized venting that have to be corrected to current code. For a line-item look at where the money goes, see our DFW home remodel cost guide.

We handle design, selections, permits and construction in-house, with one superintendent on site and a dated schedule before demolition starts.

Primary bathroom design study for a The Colony home - garden tub replaced by a wet room

The goal: open, layered light, a room the house gathers in.

What changes the price

Five things that move a The Colony bathroom remodel up or down.

Most bathroom remodels in The Colony run $8,000 to $60,000. A guest or hall bath with a tub-to-shower swap, new vanity, tile, and fixtures sits at the lower end; a full primary-suite bath with a freestanding tub, frameless glass enclosure, double vanity, and relocated plumbing lands toward the top. Permits for the work are pulled through the City of The Colony Building Inspections Department via the eTRAKiT online portal, with plan review tied to the city’s Planning and Development Department. A common cost driver here is the age of the original 1970s-90s plumbing: in those older tract homes, opening a wall often reveals galvanized or dated supply lines and drain layouts that need updating to current code before new tile and fixtures go in, which adds plumbing and sometimes electrical scope. Lakefront and golf-course baths in The Tribute push higher on finish selections rather than structure. UHS prices the full scope up front, so there are no surprise change orders mid-project. For a line-item look at where the money goes, see our DFW home remodel cost guide.

We remodel bathrooms across The Colony — Eastvale, Legends and Legend Crest, Austin Ranch, Stewart Peninsula, and the lakefront primary suites in The Tribute and Waterford Point.

01
Moving plumbing

Keeping the toilet, sink, and shower in place saves $3K–$6K. Relocating them for a better layout adds rough-in and permit work.

02
Shower vs. tub-and-shower

A frameless walk-in shower with a bench and niche costs more than a standard alcove — but it’s the #1 request from The Colony primary baths.

03
Tile height & pattern

Floor-to-ceiling tile and intricate patterns add labor hours. A waterproofed wet wall with an accent strip gets the look for less.

04
Stone & counters

Quartz is durable and mid-range; natural marble and exotic stone push the top of the range.

05
Fixture grade

Builder-grade vs. designer shower systems and freestanding tubs can swing the budget $2K–$8K on their own.

Process

How we build a bathroom remodel in The Colony.

Fixed scope and a written schedule before anyone swings a hammer in your house.

01

Consultation

Layout review, scope (guest bath vs primary), fixture wishlist, budget alignment.

02

Design

3D layout + tile/stone/fixture selection. Drain + niche placement specified before demo.

03

Permits

Plumbing + electrical permits, HOA submission if exterior wall changes in The Colony.

04

Build

Demo, rough plumbing, framing, tile, vanity install. Daily site lead on premises.

05

Walkthrough

Punch list, water-test all fixtures, 1-year warranty on workmanship active.

The Colony bathroom project
The Colony bathroom project · 2026
The Colony bathroom project
The Colony bathroom project · 2026
The Colony bathroom project
The Colony bathroom project · 2025
The Colony bathroom project
The Colony bathroom project · 2025
May N., Co-Founder, Design Lead at UHS Remodeling
From the field · The Colony
“What makes a The Colony bath feel finished isn’t the tile — it’s the threshold, the niche depth, the drain placement, the doorframe reveal. We design those before demo because retrofitting them after is what makes a remodel feel cheap.”
May N. · Co-Founder & Design Lead, UHS Remodeling
Built for The Colony homes

Bathrooms designed for how The Colony homes are actually built.

A bathroom remodel in The Colony almost always starts with the same thing: a bathroom that was framed in the 1970s, 80s, or 90s, when Fox & Jacobs first built out this “City by the Lake” as affordable single-family tract housing. Decades on, those original hall and primary baths in Eastvale, Legends, and the older Lewisville Lake neighborhoods carry fiberglass tub-showers, cultured-marble vanity tops, and dated tile that homeowners are ready to replace. On the newer side, The Tribute’s 2000s-and-later lakefront and golf-course homes bring a different brief: builder-grade primary baths owners want upgraded into spa-style suites with freestanding tubs, frameless glass, and curbless showers. UHS Remodeling handles both ends of that range across The Colony with a fixed-price model and a 1-year workmanship warranty.

Recent work

The Colony bathrooms, this year and last.

From our Plano bathroom remodel case study — curbless spa bath on a slab foundation.

Black freestanding soaking tub with backyard pool view in a Plano, TX luxury bathroom remodel by UHS Remodeling
Freestanding tub · Plano
Walk-in shower with geometric pattern tile in a Plano, TX bathroom remodel by UHS Remodeling
Walk-in shower · Plano
Marble dual vanity in a Plano, TX primary bathroom remodel by UHS Remodeling
Marble vanity · Plano
Bathroom Remodel in Plano, TX by UHS Remodeling
Primary bath · Plano
Design studies

The moves we make in a The Colony bath.

Renderings from our design studies — the finished Plano projects are above.

Primary suite bath · garden tub removed, wet room added
Primary suite bath · garden tub removed, wet room added
Curbless wet room · linear drain, steel glass panel
Curbless wet room · linear drain, steel glass panel
Freestanding soaker · floor-mounted brass filler
Freestanding soaker · floor-mounted brass filler
Double vanity · floating oak, honed marble
Double vanity · floating oak, honed marble
Layered lighting · sconces, vanity wash, tub downlight
Layered lighting · sconces, vanity wash, tub downlight
Guest and hall bath · tub-shower, tile wainscot
Guest & hall bath · tub-shower, tile wainscot
★★★★★
I hired UHS Remodeling for a complex wet-room project including a freestanding tub, open shower, and an infrared sauna. I’m extremely impressed with their precision — they followed every technical specification perfectly, maintaining exact clearances and ensuring a zero pinch-point layout. If you need a team that understands high-end design and follows field measurements to the letter, this is it. Truly a spa-like result.
Angel G. · Wet-room & spa bath
UHS Remodeling design lead May N. reviewing bathroom tile detail
Your UHS team

Your design lead, May N., helps you choose the tile, fixtures, and layout that fit your bathroom.

What you’re actually paying for in a The Colony bathroom remodel.

Most of a The Colony bathroom budget is labor and waterproofing — not the fixtures homeowners obsess over. Here’s how a typical $32,000 primary-bath remodel breaks down, so you know where every dollar goes before you sign.

Line item
Typical share
Labor & project management
30–35%
Demo, framing, install, daily site lead, one project manager coordinating every trade.
Tile, stone & waterproofing
20–25%
Shower pan, niche, full waterproofing membrane, floor and wall tile, grout, sealing.
Plumbing & electrical
15–20%
Fixture rough-in, drain relocation, GFCI circuits, exhaust, permits and inspections.
Cabinetry & counters
12–18%
Vanity, quartz or stone top, storage, hardware.
Fixtures & glass
10–15%
Faucets, shower system, toilet, freestanding tub, frameless glass enclosure.

Because labor and waterproofing dominate the budget, the cheapest bid is rarely the safest one — cutting waterproofing is invisible on day one and catastrophic in year three. Every UHS The Colony bathroom includes a full waterproofing membrane and a 1-year workmanship warranty.

Pricing

The Colony bathroom ranges by tier.

Ranges are for a typical 60–150 sq ft The Colony bathroom, materials and labor included.

All ranges include design, materials, labor, permits, waterproofing, and 1-year warranty. Sourced against NARI Cost vs. Value 2025 and EPA WaterSense efficiency standards.

01Kitchen Remodel$25K – $95K · 6–10 wks02Home Addition$120K – $400K · 16–28 wks03Whole-Home Renovation$95K – $350K · 12–22 wks
The Colony neighborhood establishing shot
Neighborhoods

The Colony neighborhoods we know by heart.

A bathroom remodel in The Colony almost always starts with the same thing: a bathroom that was framed in the 1970s, 80s, or 90s, when Fox & Jacobs first built out this “City by the Lake” as affordable single-family tract housing. Decades on, those original hall and primary baths in Eastvale, Legends, and the older Lewisville Lake neighborhoods carry fiberglass tub-showers, cultured-marble vanity tops, and dated tile that homeowners are ready to replace. On the newer side, The Tribute’s 2000s-and-later lakefront and golf-course homes bring a different brief: builder-grade primary baths owners want upgraded into spa-style suites with freestanding tubs, frameless glass, and curbless showers. UHS Remodeling handles both ends of that range across The Colony with a fixed-price model and a 1-year workmanship warranty.

Nearby DFW

We deliver bathroom remodeling across the northern DFW suburbs. See our bathroom remodeling in Frisco, Allen, and McKinney.

FAQ

The Colony bathroom questions, answered.

Sourced from NARI Cost vs. Value 2025, NKBA Bath Design Standards, EPA WaterSense, and 11 years of fielding the same calls in The Colony. Looking for ballpark numbers? Try our cost calculator.

Curbless walk-in shower in a The Colony primary bathroom
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in The Colony?

Bathroom remodels in The Colony typically range from $8,000 to $60,000. A straightforward guest-bath update lands near the lower end, while a full primary-suite bath with a freestanding tub, frameless glass shower, double vanity, and moved plumbing reaches the upper end. UHS gives you a fixed price up front covering the whole scope.

Do I need a permit to remodel a bathroom in The Colony?

Yes. Bathroom remodels that involve plumbing, electrical, or wall changes require a permit from the City of The Colony Building Inspections Department, submitted through the eTRAKiT portal with plan review by the Planning and Development Department. UHS handles the permitting and inspections as part of the project.

Why do older homes in The Colony cost more to remodel?

Much of The Colony’s housing was built by Fox & Jacobs from the 1970s through the 1990s, so many baths still have original plumbing and drain layouts. When we open the walls, dated supply lines often need updating to current code before new tile and fixtures go in, which can add plumbing and electrical work. We identify that scope up front so it’s in your fixed price, not a surprise.

What should you avoid when remodeling a bathroom?

A bathroom remodel in The Colony typically ranges from $8,000 to $60,000, depending on size, fixtures, and finish level.

What is the most expensive part of a bathroom remodel?

Usually the tile labor and any plumbing relocation, then the shower system – glass, valve, and waterproofing – and the vanity. A full bathroom remodel in The Colony runs $8,000 to $60,000 depending on those choices.

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in The Colony, TX?

Bathroom remodel costs in The Colony range from $20,000 for an upgraded guest bath to $55,000+ for a full luxury master spa suite. Most The Colony homeowners spend $34,000-$46,000 on a full custom master bathroom with freestanding tub, frameless walk-in shower, natural stone or marble-look porcelain, heated floors, and premium Kohler, Brizo, or Moen fixtures.

What is the most expensive part of a The Colony bathroom remodel?

Labor and tile work are typically the two largest line items, each running 22-28% of the total. Plumbing fixtures follow at 14-20%, and vanity cabinetry at 10-14%.

How long does a bathroom remodel take in The Colony?

An upgraded guest bath or powder room takes 4-6 weeks of on-site construction. A full custom master bathroom runs 6-9 weeks. A luxury master spa suite takes 9-12 weeks. Add 3-5 weeks before demolition for design, fixture ordering, and permitting.

Does The Colony require permits for bathroom remodeling?

Yes. The The Colony Building Inspection Department requires permits for any bathroom remodel involving plumbing rough-in changes, electrical modifications, or structural work. UHS handles the entire permitting process.

Should I keep my garden tub or replace it with a larger shower?

For most The Colony homeowners, replacing the rarely-used garden tub with a larger frameless walk-in shower delivers daily usable luxury. A freestanding soaking tub in a corner preserves the sculptural element without the clunky footprint.

What fixture brands do you recommend for The Colony bathrooms?

Tier 1: Moen, Delta Trinsic, Kohler Alteo or Purist. Tier 2: Kohler Artifacts, Brizo Rook or Litze. Tier 3: Brizo Invari, Waterworks, premium Kohler. Freestanding tubs from Signature Hardware, Kohler, or MTI.

What is the best tile for a The Colony bathroom?

Large-format porcelain in marble-look patterns is the best value – 40-60% less than real stone with zero maintenance. Natural quartzite and honed marble are the upgrade options for Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects.

Do you install heated floors in The Colony bathrooms?

Yes. Radiant heated floors are a standard upgrade on Tier 2 and Tier 3 The Colony bathroom projects. Upgrade cost is typically $1,800-$3,500 and is one of the highest-value additions you can make.

Can I remodel my The Colony bathroom while living in the house?

Yes. We coordinate so the household can use a secondary bath during construction. Dust containment with plastic barriers, floor protection, and scheduled plumbing shutdowns minimize disruption.

How do I get a free bathroom remodel quote in The Colony?

Call UHS Remodeling at (469) 850-7087 or fill out the contact form. Free in-home consultation with a detailed line-item fixed-price proposal within 5-7 business days.

My DFW home has a post-tension slab – what does that mean for a remodel?

Most DFW homes built since the 1990s sit on a post-tension slab: the concrete is compressed by steel cables tensioned to thousands of pounds (look for a round stamp in the garage floor or a PT note on the slab edge). Cutting or drilling that slab without locating the cables first is dangerous and expensive – a severed tendon can whip through the concrete and the repair is significant. Any remodel that moves plumbing in the floor – relocating a kitchen island sink, converting a tub to a curbless shower, adding a bathroom – must start by mapping the tendon layout from the foundation plans or an electronic slab scan, and the work is permitted and inspected. Before any contractor cuts your slab, ask exactly how they will locate the cables; at UHS every slab penetration is mapped and permitted before demolition day.

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