Bathroom Renovation

Bathroom renovation on an older property almost always means dealing with plumbing that predates current code — galvanized pipe, outdated fixtures, and layouts built around fixtures that no longer exist.

What a Bathroom Renovation Involves

We handle everything from master bathroom remodels to smaller code-compliant updates. On older homes, this typically starts with assessing the condition of existing plumbing — galvanized pipe is common in properties built before the 1960s and often needs replacement rather than repair.

Addressing Water Damage

Water damage behind walls and under flooring is common in bathrooms that haven’t been renovated in decades, often going unnoticed until walls are opened during a remodel. We factor this into project planning rather than treating it as an unexpected discovery.

Our Experience

Bathroom renovation work is part of most of Main Line reBuild’s larger projects, from standalone remodels to the primary suites built within adaptive reuse conversions like Narberth Place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Galvanized pipe is common in homes built before the 1960s and is identifiable by a dull gray color and magnetic properties (copper and PEX are not magnetic). We assess this during initial project planning.