5 Commercial Restroom Remodeling Mistakes
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64% of customers?choose a business based on whether or not it has clean restrooms. 62% spend more money there when it does.
Consider remodeling this often-ignored area of your facility. It's a project that can reap significant rewards but also comes with pitfalls to steer clear of.
Read on for five major commercial restroom remodeling mistakes to avoid during your next project.
1. Poor Planning
Any restroom remodel that doesn't begin with a clearly defined plan will fail. Running into it blindly leaves you open to making so many other mistakes.
Create sketches and draw images of what you want the new restroom to look like. Gather a team of professionals such as:
Get a rough idea of the materials you want to use and where you want to place each fixture. The plan can and should be flexible, but a clear vision must be present from the beginning.
2. Poor Budgeting
Start budgeting for commercial restroom remodeling by?budgeting for the plumbing.
Get a pipe condition assessment to determine the current condition of your pipes. Analyze it to determine how much it'll cost to fix any problem areas.
After that, consider all the other costs. How much will you have to pay for fixtures and labor? Will you have any left over?
3. Improper Ventilation
Ventilation may not be at the top of your mind when remodeling a commercial restroom, but it needs to be.
Imagine?mold and mildew?growing on the walls as the paint begins to peel. This type of water damage can occur in a bathroom during a remodel.
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Having enough fans during your remodel is the bare minimum in terms of ventilation for a commercial restroom remodel. It keeps moisture circulating and provides proper airflow.
4. Not Securing Permits
Restroom remodel mistakes can even leave you in trouble with the law. You may need a permit before rearranging the bathroom's design, adding space, or installing new fixtures.
Always look into your building's codes before you begin. If you start and have to stop because your project violates the law, you'll waste time and money.
5. Not Choosing Quality Products
A commercial bathroom remodel is not the time to skimp on quality. Create a budget that allows for long-lasting, high-quality products that fit your design.
They can even save you money. WaterSense labeled flushometer-vale toilet gives you a?20% savings?over the standard options.
Products like these can also make you money later, as customers will appreciate how they show your commitment to sustainability. They'll also increase your business value to future buyers.
Touchless plumbing?is another worthwhile upgrade. They're convenient, efficient, and affordable. Consider changing the:
Touchless features benefit your design and your bottom line. 70% of Americans are more likely to return to businesses that have them, and 60% say that touchless towel dispensers make a facility feel cleaner.
Finding Plumbing for a Commercial Restroom Remodeling
Commercial restroom remodeling begins with a clear plan and budget. Not creating them affects the rest of the project, but it's not the only impactful mistake you could make.
Improper ventilation leads to water damage and mold. Not securing permits can force you to start again. Choosing the wrong products leaves you forced to replace them in a few years while missing out on the benefits of modern conveniences.
Schedule service with?Anderson Commercial Plumbing?for help with your remodel today.