Renovating a bathroom: three steps for a good start
Renovation, conversion or new-build. Aesthetic decisions and property appreciation: where should you start with your bathroom project? Whether you opt for a turnkey solution or act as the client yourself, Comparis provides an overview to get you started.
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1. What you need to know
The type of work to be carried out (plumbing, electrics, tiling and flooring) and their priority is the first step to a successful project.
Those who are familiar with current trends can choose according to their own preferences. At the same time, a targeted renovation increases the value of the property.
As the owner, you can choose a turnkey option choose a appoint an architect or hire the specialists the experts required for the project individually.
You can get a quote via Comparis and thus choose the best offer for you.
2. Simple renovation or a new bathroom. What exactly are you planning?
Replacing outdated tiles, installing a walk-in shower or changing the lighting requires different specialist skills (painter, tiler, electrician, plumber). To get your bathroom project off to the right start, determine, what needs to be done:
Type of project: Is it a question of redesigning an existing bathroom to make it more functional? Fitting out a bathroom in a new building or in an adjoining room? Or adding value to a property by renovating the bathroom?
(New) installation of sanitary facilities (toilet, washbasin, bathtub): Laying water supply or drainage pipes requires plumbing and masonry work. Maintaining existing connections and drains reduces costs.
Purchase or reuse of sanitary ceramics: If the project involves redesigning the toilets, do new ones have to be purchased?
Sockets and lights: Are you taking advantage of the work to retrofit a socket? Or are you just replacing a light fitting?
Floor and wall cladding: Are you laying 30 × 30 tiles from floor to ceiling? Or are you planning a mosaic in the shower and a waxed concrete floor?
Fixing problems: Mould, a blocked shower or a leak – are there any defects that need to be rectified?
New facilities: Would you like to add a towel warmer or a laundry column?
Knowing your requirements makes it easier to request a quote.
Think about what is most important in everyday life for the people who use the bathroom (a family, a couple, a retired person). Start by listing all the changes you want, then rank them in order of importance.
Are you an owner in a condominium association? Then, depending on the type of work, you need the consent of the co-owners’ association. This especially holds true for changes to common elements (drilling through ceilings, load-bearing walls) or to the main networks (service shafts, water supply, main downpipes). Check the house rules and contact the property manager if you have any questions.
3. High-tech or Zen bathroom: know the trends
The bathroom is often Selling a property often a decisive factor. For this reason, a bathroom renovation project can help to increase the value of a property in the long term. In 2026, trends are evolving from a functional room to a feel-good retreat.
The high-tech bathroom: The integration of intelligent technologies makes everyday life easier. For example, storage options with USB-C sockets for charging a razor and toothbrushes, LED lighting in the cabinets, cooling compartments for cosmetics, and secure sockets for a hairdryer and straighteners.
Materials and care: The floor and wall coverings (polished concrete, natural stone, large-format tiles from floor to ceiling) have a direct impact on the price, but also on the maintenance of a bathroom. For example, small tiles have more joints that need to be scrubbed, and very hard water leaves more marks on dark or textured surfaces.
Fittings, furniture and aesthetics: Think about the style you want: organic shapes (round washbasins, oval mirrors) or angular shapes, a free-standing bathtub, a classic or Japanese toilet, the colour palette (light, dark, pastel or beige), ultra-modern chrome fittings or solid brass fittings.
Tip from Comparis:
Given this wide selection, get inspired by a magazine such as Espace Contemporain , create a list of your favourite tiles on Pinterest, find out more at an event (such as in the exhibition hall of the Foire du Valais) or visit the showrooms of the major brands, to ask all your questions. Then, you can request quotes and choose the best deal.
4. Construction site management: delegate or manage it yourself?
You have different options: commission a turnkey project with a plumbing company, hire an architect – or, as the builder, manage the deadlines and work yourself.
Good to know: Normally, a turnkey renovation includes demolition, plumbing, electrical work, waterproofing, laying of coverings, installation of sanitaryware, furniture and finishing, with a single contact person for the entire project.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Act as the building owner | You design, select the tradespeople and then coordinate all the work. You ensure that everything included in the cost estimates is carried out correctly. |
| Appointing an architect | This is preferable for extensive renovations (load-bearing walls, creating rooms), high-quality materials or if you want a bespoke design. |
| Choose a turnkey option | A single service provider takes care of the plans, procurement and work to a budget set in advance. |
5. Conclusion: a good start for your bathroom project
The price of a new bathroom varies greatly – depending on the materials, the fittings and your wishes. Comparis saves you time and puts you in touch with professionals. Request a quote and receive several offers. By comparing the services, you can the best option choose.
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