Bathroom Remodeling
in Bergen County
Complete bathroom remodeling for Bergen County homeowners — from walk-in shower installation and tub-to-shower conversions to bathroom tile, vanity replacement, heated floors, waterproofing, and full master bathroom renovations.
What’s Included
Is It Time?
Signs Your Bergen County Bathroom
Is Ready for Renovation
Most Bergen County homeowners wait longer than they should before remodeling a bathroom. They live with outdated tile, stained grout, poor lighting, weak ventilation, and layouts that no longer fit daily life. But these are not just cosmetic problems. An aging bathroom can quietly reduce comfort, function, and even the overall appeal of your home.
Across Bergen County, many homes still have older bathrooms that were built decades ago. In Cliffside Park, Fort Lee, Englewood, Teaneck, Hackensack, Paramus, and nearby towns, it is common to find bathrooms with worn finishes, limited storage, old tubs, and hidden moisture issues behind the walls. If you recognize more than two of the signs on the right, your bathroom may already be due for renovation.
Tona Home Improvement is based in Cliffside Park and serves homeowners throughout Bergen County, NJ. Every bathroom renovation is backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee. Call (201) 682-6543 for a free in-home estimate and clear written quote.
Tile is Cracking, Stained, or Discolored
Cracked tile and stained grout are often signs that the bathroom is no longer holding up properly. Moisture can move behind damaged surfaces and lead to mold, wall damage, and more expensive repairs if ignored.
Soft Spots Near the Tub or Shower
If the floor feels soft near the tub, toilet, or shower, there may already be water damage below the surface. This is one of the clearest warning signs that the bathroom needs more than a simple cosmetic update.
Your Bathroom is More Than 20 Years Old
Bergen County homes built in the 1970s and 1980s have original bathrooms now 40–50 years old. These bathrooms are typically undersized, poorly lit, and have layouts that no longer match how families use space
You Never Use the Bathtub
Many Bergen County homes still have bathrooms built 20 to 40 years ago. These spaces often have outdated layouts, poor lighting, limited storage, and older materials that no longer match modern comfort or design expectations.
You’re Planning to Sell in 12–24 Months
An unused bathtub can take up valuable space in a small or outdated bathroom. Many Bergen County homeowners choose tub-to-shower conversions to create a more open, modern, and practical layout for daily use.
Which Bathroom Are You Renovating?
Everything Included in a
Tona Bathroom Remodel
Cost, timeline, and scope vary significantly by bathroom type. Identifying yours is the first step before calling for an estimate.
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Powder Room
Half Bath / Powder Room
$5K – $15K
Timeline: 1–2 weeks
Sink, toilet, and vanity only — no shower or tub. The highest ROI bathroom renovation per dollar spent. Visitors use this space. Buyers notice it immediately.
◆ Best for: Bergen County colonials & split-levels
- New vanity and undermount sink
- Toilet replacement
- Tile or LVP flooring
- Lighting and mirror upgrade
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Powder Room
Half Bath / Powder Room
$5K – $15K
Timeline: 1–2 weeks
Sink, toilet, and vanity only — no shower or tub. The highest ROI bathroom renovation per dollar spent. Visitors use this space. Buyers notice it immediately.
◆ Best for: Bergen County colonials & split-levels
- New vanity and undermount sink
- Toilet replacement
- Tile or LVP flooring
- Lighting and mirror upgrade
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Powder Room
Half Bath / Powder Room
$5K – $15K
Timeline: 1–2 weeks
Sink, toilet, and vanity only — no shower or tub. The highest ROI bathroom renovation per dollar spent. Visitors use this space. Buyers notice it immediately.
◆ Best for: Bergen County colonials & split-levels
- New vanity and undermount sink
- Toilet replacement
- Tile or LVP flooring
- Lighting and mirror upgrade
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Powder Room
Half Bath / Powder Room
$5K – $15K
Timeline: 1–2 weeks
Sink, toilet, and vanity only — no shower or tub. The highest ROI bathroom renovation per dollar spent. Visitors use this space. Buyers notice it immediately.
◆ Best for: Bergen County colonials & split-levels
- New vanity and undermount sink
- Toilet replacement
- Tile or LVP flooring
- Lighting and mirror upgrade
Is It Time?
Walk-In Shower vs Bathtub:
What’s Right for Your NJ Home?
The single most-asked question in every bathroom estimate. Here is how to decide based on your home type, family, and NJ market.
Choose Walk-In Shower
- ✓ Maximizes space in 5×8 condo bathrooms throughout Fort Lee, Edgewater & Cliffside Park
- ✓ Curbless (zero-threshold) design works for aging-in-place and mobility
- ✓ Frameless glass creates the illusion of double the space — critical in compact NJ condos
- ✓ Large-format tile (24×48) with minimal grout lines is the #1 NJ design trend in 2025
- ✓ Faster to clean — no tub surrounds, no grout corners
- ✓ Most popular NJ bathroom request in 2025 by volume
Keep a Bathtub
- ✓ NJ real estate agents recommend keeping at least one tub in homes with children under 10
- ✓ Resale value: buyers with young families specifically filter for homes with a tub
- ✓ Deep soaking tub as primary bathing experience in a master bath where space permits
- ✓ Freestanding soaking tub is the centerpiece of luxury master bathrooms in Englewood, Ridgewood, and Morristown
- ✓ In multi-bathroom homes, tub in hall bath + walk-in shower in master is the premium NJ configuration
Best of Both (Premium Choice)
- ✓ The most requested master bathroom configuration in Bergen County and Morris County homes with 80+ sq ft bathrooms
- ✓ Walk-in shower handles daily use; freestanding tub serves as a luxury focal point
- ✓ Highest resale appeal — appeals to buyers who want both convenience and luxury
- ✓ Requires careful layout planning to avoid making the space feel crowded
- ✓ Best suited for larger master bathroom renovations in towns like Englewood, Ridgewood, Tenafly, Fort Lee, Paramus, and surrounding Bergen County areas
Full Scope
Everything Included in a
Tona Bathroom Renovation
Every trade handled by one organized crew. No subcontractors to schedule. Your Bergen County bathroom renovation stays under one contract, one project plan, and one lifetime workmanship guarantee.
Walk-In Shower Installation Bergen County, NJ
Custom walk-in shower installation for Bergen County homes and condos. Tona installs porcelain tile, built-in niches, bench seats, frameless glass enclosures, curbless shower options, and premium shower fixtures for a cleaner, more open bathroom layout.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion Bergen County, NJ
Convert an unused bathtub into a spacious walk-in shower. This is one of the most popular bathroom upgrades for Bergen County homeowners who want easier access, more usable space, and a modern daily-use shower.
Bathtub Replacement Bergen County, NJ
Bathtub replacement and new tub installation for Bergen County bathrooms. Options include alcove tubs, soaking tubs, freestanding tubs, and tiled tub surrounds for hall bathrooms, family bathrooms, and master bathroom renovations.
Vanity & Sink Installation Bergen County, NJ
Single and double vanity installation for Bergen County bathrooms. Tona installs floating vanities, double vanities, quartz countertops, undermount sinks, vessel sinks, mirrors, faucets, and storage-friendly vanity layouts.
Bathroom Tile Installation Bergen County, NJ
Bathroom tile installation for floors, shower walls, tub surrounds, accent walls, and full wet areas. Tona installs ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone, mosaic accents, and large-format tile for a clean, modern bathroom finish.
Heated Floor Tile Bergen County, NJ
Electric heated floor tile installation for Bergen County bathrooms. Heated floors add comfort, especially in master bathrooms, and create a warmer, more premium feel during colder months.
Bathroom Lighting & Exhaust Fan Bergen County, NJ
Bathroom lighting and ventilation upgrades for Bergen County homes and condos. Tona installs recessed lighting, LED vanity lighting, dimmers, humidity-sensor exhaust fans, and proper ventilation to help control moisture and improve daily comfort.
Full Membrane Waterproofing Bergen County, NJ
Full waterproofing membrane system applied behind shower walls and wet areas. This helps protect Bergen County bathrooms from hidden leaks, mold, water damage, and expensive repairs caused by failed waterproofing.
Membrane system
Cement board
All seams covered
Standard always
Bathroom Flooring Bergen County, NJ
Bathroom flooring installation for Bergen County homes and condos. Options include porcelain tile, ceramic tile, waterproof luxury vinyl plank, and heated-floor compatible materials built for moisture, durability, and daily use.
Bergen County Bathroom Cost Guide 2026
How Much Does Bathroom
Remodeling Cost in Bergen County, NJ?
Bathroom remodeling cost in Bergen County depends on the size of the bathroom, the condition of the existing space, plumbing changes, tile selection, fixture quality, waterproofing, permits, and the level of finish you choose.
| Bathroom Type & Scope | NJ Cost Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Half bath / powder room — vanity, toilet, tile, lighting | $5K–$15K | 1–2 wks |
| Full bath cosmetic refresh — vanity, fixtures, tile update | $8K–$16K | 1–2 wks |
| Tub-to-shower conversion (same footprint) | $6K–$14K | 1–2 wks |
| Full bath mid-range — walk-in shower, new tile, vanity | $16K–$28K | 2–4 wks |
| Full bath gut renovation — everything new, NJ permits | $25K–$45K | 4–6 wks |
| Master bath renovation — walk-in shower, double vanity, tile | $30K–$50K | 4–7 wks |
| Master bath luxury — frameless glass, heated floors, soaking tub | $50K–$65K+ | 6–10 wks |
Based on NJ 2026 market. Bergen County runs 15–20% above NJ average. Labor accounts for 40–65% of total budget. Permit fees: $172–$459 per NJ municipality.
NJ Sales Tax on Labor = $0.
Renovation labor in New Jersey is NOT subject to NJ sales tax — only materials are taxed. Always request an itemized estimate separating labor from materials. Tona provides fully itemized written estimates on every bathroom project throughout NJ.
NJ Permit Requirements
Do You Need a Permit for
Bathroom Remodeling in Bergen County?
One of the most searched questions about NJ bathroom remodeling— and the most important one to get right before starting. Tona determines permit requirements for your specific scope and handles everything.
New Jersey’s permit landscape for bathroom remodeling is municipality-specific — not statewide. Bergen County alone has 70+ municipalities, each with its own building department, fee schedule, and inspection process. What requires a permit in Fort Lee may differ from Teaneck or Englewood, which is why homeowners who attempt to navigate permits without local contractor expertise regularly run into delays and cost overruns.
The general rule: any bathroom renovation that moves plumbing, adds or modifies electrical circuits, or removes walls requires a building permit in virtually every NJ municipality. Simple rip-and-replace of fixtures in the same location — like replacing a toilet with a new toilet, or swapping a vanity — may not require a permit. The gray area is everything in between.
Tona assesses permit requirements during the free in-home estimate visit. We prepare and submit all permit applications, coordinate with the local NJ building department, and schedule all required inspections. No homeowner touches a form, attends an inspection, or communicates with a building department on any Tona project.
All Permits Prepared & Submitted by Tona
We prepare and file all permit applications to your specific NJ municipality. You receive the permit confirmation before any work begins.
Bergen County: 70+ Municipalities Handled
Fort Lee, Cliffside Park, Englewood, Teaneck, Hackensack, Ridgewood and all other Bergen County building departments.
Inspections Coordinated — No Homeowner Action Required
Tona schedules and manages all required building inspections. You are notified of inspection dates but never responsible for coordination.
| Bathroom Renovation Scope | NJ Permit Required? |
|---|---|
| Replace toilet in same location | Usually not |
| Swap vanity, same plumbing location | Usually not |
| Replace tile (same wall area) | Usually not |
| Replace exhaust fan (same circuit) | Varies by town |
| Install walk-in shower where tub was | Yes |
| Move toilet or vanity location | Yes |
| Add heated floor tile (new circuit) | Yes |
| Remove wall or structural change | Yes |
| Full gut renovation | Yes |
| Add new bathroom to home | Yes |
Our Process
How Tona Delivers Every
Bergen County Bathroom Renovation
Five steps from first call to final walkthrough. Powder room or master bathroom gut renovation — same process, same standards, same guarantee.
Free In-Home Estimate
We visit your NJ home within 2 business days. Free detailed written estimate. We assess permit requirements, identify hidden issues, and provide a clear scope before you commit to anything.
Material & Scope Selection
Tile selection, shower configuration, vanity choice, fixture decisions — guided by your bathroom type, NJ home, and budget. No upselling. No pressure.
NJ Permit Filing
Tona submits all applications to your specific NJ municipality. Written contract signed before any work begins.
Full Bathroom Build
Demo → waterproofing membrane → cement board → tile → shower → vanity → flooring → lighting. Clean worksite every evening.
Final Walkthrough & Guarantee
We walk through every element together. All adjustments made immediately. Your lifetime workmanship guarantee activates at project completion.
2026 Bergen County Design Trends
Bathroom Design Trending in
Bergen County NJ Right Now
What Bergen County homeowners are choosing right now — practical, clean, and resale-friendly bathroom upgrades that work well in local homes, condos, townhomes, colonials, split-levels, and master bathrooms.
Large-Format 24×48 Rectified Porcelain
Large-format porcelain tile is one of the most popular bathroom design choices in Bergen County. It creates fewer grout lines, makes the bathroom feel cleaner, and helps smaller spaces look more open. Many homeowners use it on shower walls, bathroom floors, and full wet-area surrounds for a modern finish.
Curbless Walk-In Showers with Frameless Glass
Curbless walk-in showers with frameless glass are a top request for Bergen County bathroom remodeling. They create a more open look, improve daily access, and work especially well in condos, compact bathrooms, and master bathroom renovations where homeowners want a cleaner, modern shower layout.
Heated Porcelain Tile Floors
Heated porcelain tile floors add comfort and a premium feel to the bathroom. This upgrade is popular in Bergen County master bathrooms because it makes cold mornings more comfortable while keeping the space practical, clean, and easy to maintain.
Floating Double Vanities
Floating vanities help a bathroom feel larger by showing more floor space. Double vanities are especially useful in master bathrooms because they add storage, improve function, and reduce the morning bottleneck for busy Bergen County households.
Warm Neutrals: Clay, Warm Gray & Greige
Warm neutral colors are replacing cold, all-white bathroom designs. Bergen County homeowners are choosing clay, warm gray, beige, sand, and greige tones to create bathrooms that feel calm, modern, and more comfortable without looking too trendy.
Transitional Style Dominates Bergen County
Transitional bathroom design works well across Bergen County because it fits both older homes and modern condos. This style usually combines clean tile, quartz countertops, shaker or floating vanities, simple lighting, and brushed nickel or matte black fixtures for a balanced modern-classic look.
Why Choose Tona
Why Bergen County Homeowners Choose Tona
for Bathroom Remodeling
Not a one-day acrylic shower company. Not a national franchise. Tona Home Improvement is a Bergen County remodeling contractor delivering complete bathroom renovations with proper waterproofing, organized project management, and every major trade handled under one crew.
Full Membrane Waterproofing on Every Shower
This is where most NJ contractors cut costs. Tona applies a full waterproofing membrane system behind every shower wall and wet area as a standard practice — not an upgrade.
All Trades Under One Crew
Tile, drywall, waterproofing, vanity, lighting, painting — one Tona crew handles every trade in the correct sequence. No subcontractors. No coordination gaps.
Condo Expertise: Fort Lee, Edgewater, Cliffside Park
Bergen County condo bathroom remodeling requires condo board approval, elevator reservation, and strict noise-hour compliance. Our crew has handled these projects for 9+ years.
Homes With Updated Bathrooms Sell Faster
Updated bathrooms are one of the biggest buyer decision factors in NJ. A Tona renovation improves resale value while enhancing daily living.
Lifetime Guarantee on Every NJ Bathroom
Every bathroom Tona completes is backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee. If any issue arises with our work, we return and fix it at no charge.
“Tona transformed our older master bathroom in Englewood into a clean, modern space that feels completely new. They installed a walk-in shower with large-format porcelain tile, frameless glass, a double vanity, and heated floors. The waterproofing and tile work were done properly from the start.”
“Our Fort Lee condo had a bathtub nobody had used in 10 years. Tona converted it to a walk-in shower with large-format tile and frameless glass. They knew exactly how to work within our building’s rules — noise hours, freight elevator, everything. Finished in 9 days. The bathroom looks like it was completely rebuilt.”
“Our bathroom in Cliffside Park was outdated, dark, and difficult to clean. Tona gutted the space, added new tile, a floating vanity, better lighting, an exhaust fan, and proper waterproofing. The project was clean, organized, and finished with great attention to detail.”
Ready to Start Your Bathroom Renovation?
Free written estimates throughout Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Union, Morris County NJ. Scheduled within 2 business days.
Service Areas
Bathroom Remodeling Across
Bergen County, New Jersey
Bathroom remodeling for Bergen County homes, condos, townhomes, colonials, split-levels, ranch homes, and older properties. Free in-home estimates throughout Bergen County, NJ.
Cliffside Park, NJ
Bathroom remodeling near Tona’s home base, including tub-to-shower conversions, tile installation, vanity replacement, walk-in showers, and full bathroom renovations.
View Cliffside Park →Fort Lee, NJ
Condo bathroom remodeling, compact bathroom upgrades, walk-in shower installation, tub-to-shower conversions, and frameless glass shower renovations.
View Fort Lee →Edgewater, NJ
Bathroom remodeling for condos and waterfront residences, including floating vanities, large-format tile, frameless glass showers, and modern master bathroom upgrades.
View Edgewater →Englewood, NJ
Full bathroom renovations, master bathroom upgrades, heated floors, walk-in showers, double vanities, and older bathroom gut renovations for Englewood homeowners.
View Englewood →Teaneck, NJ
Bathroom remodeling for family homes, including hall bathroom renovations, tub replacement, vanity upgrades, tile installation, waterproofing, and permit-ready remodels.
View Teaneck →Hackensack, NJ
Bathroom remodeling for condos, apartments, and single-family homes, including shower upgrades, bathroom flooring, vanity installation, lighting, and full renovation work.
View Hackensack →Ridgewood, NJ
Master bathroom renovations, freestanding tubs, heated tile floors, custom walk-in showers, double vanities, and high-end bathroom remodeling for Ridgewood homes.
View Ridgewood →Common Questions
Bathroom Remodeling Questions
Bergen County Homeowners Ask
Direct answers to the questions Bergen County homeowners ask before starting a bathroom renovation.
Bathroom remodeling can deliver strong ROI because bathrooms are one of the first spaces buyers notice. Updated tile, modern fixtures, better lighting, waterproofing, improved ventilation, and a cleaner layout can make a Bergen County home feel newer, more comfortable, and better maintained.
Yes. Tona Home Improvement can handle bathroom remodeling along with other interior work such as drywall repair, painting, flooring, tile installation, plumbing fixture installation, trim work, lighting updates, and general home improvement projects. This helps homeowners complete multiple upgrades with one organized contractor.
Popular bathroom styles in Bergen County include transitional bathrooms, spa-inspired walk-in showers, large-format porcelain tile, frameless glass, floating vanities, double vanities, warm neutral colors, matte black fixtures, brushed nickel fixtures, and heated tile floors. Many homeowners want bathrooms that feel clean, modern, and easy to maintain.
Bathroom remodeling cost depends on the bathroom size, existing condition, material choices, plumbing changes, tile work, fixture upgrades, shower or tub installation, waterproofing, and permit requirements. A simple refresh costs less than a full gut renovation. Tona provides a clear written estimate after inspecting the bathroom.
A bathroom remodel can take from a few days to several weeks depending on the project scope. Small updates like vanity replacement, fixture upgrades, or painting are faster. Full renovations with demolition, waterproofing, tile, plumbing, lighting, flooring, and finishing work take longer. Tona plans each phase clearly before work begins.
A bathroom remodel can include demolition, tile installation, waterproofing, flooring, vanity installation, toilet replacement, shower or tub installation, plumbing fixture installation, lighting upgrades, exhaust fan installation, drywall repair, painting, and final finishing work. The exact scope depends on whether you need a simple update or a full renovation.
Some bathroom remodeling projects may require permits, especially when the work includes plumbing changes, electrical updates, heated floors, structural changes, shower relocation, or a full gut renovation. Simple cosmetic updates may not always require a permit. Tona helps review permit needs before the project starts.
Yes. Tona Home Improvement provides bathroom remodeling services throughout Bergen County, NJ. From small bathroom updates to full master bathroom renovations, Tona helps homeowners improve comfort, function, waterproofing, design, and resale appeal with licensed and insured remodeling service.
Tona Home Improvement
Bathroom Remodeling by Location
Our Bathroom Remodeling Projects
In New Jersey
We serve bathroom remodeling projects in every community throughout our 7-county service area. Each market has its own housing type and permit requirements — we know them all.





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