📍 Lee County, FL · Bathroom Remodel

Bathroom Remodels — Lee County's Licensed GC

Full gut-and-rebuild or targeted tile shower and vanity update. Florida code compliant, fully permitted when required, priced in writing before we start.

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Florida Licensed GC · CGC1531095 14+ years experience $3K–$16K+ projects Now Serving Lee County
Serving Fort Myers · Cape Coral · Bonita Springs · Estero · Lehigh Acres · North Fort Myers · San Carlos Park and all of Lee County
Florida Licensed GC · CGC1531095
Permits Pulled & Managed
Written Scope · Fixed Price
Waterproofing Done Right
★★★★★ 5-Star Rated
Bathroom before remodel — waterproofing stage, Lee County Before
Finished bathroom remodel — custom tile shower, D&Co Homes, Lee County After

Same bathroom. Real project. Southwest Florida.

How it works

Simple from first call to final walkthrough

One licensed GC manages everything — demolition, waterproofing, tile, plumbing, electrical, fixtures, and cleanup. You deal with one contract and one person from start to finish.

01

Describe your project

Fill out the form or call us. We ask about your timeline, tile preferences, vanity, fixtures, and whether you want a walk-in shower or tub-to-shower conversion.

02

We scope and quote

Walk-through or video call. Written quote within 48 hours. We identify waterproofing requirements, permit needs, and any existing water damage before you sign.

03

We build it

Demo, waterproofing, tile, plumbing, vanity, lighting — Dariceli manages the job personally. No surprise subcontractors you've never met showing up.

04

You sign off

Final walkthrough together. We check every grout joint, every fixture, every seal. No payment released until you're satisfied.

What we do in Lee County

Bathroom remodels — from tile shower to full gut

Whether you want a new tile shower, a complete bathroom tear-down and rebuild, or a vanity and fixture update — we scope it clearly, price it in writing, and build it right.

Tile shower installation

Walk-in showers, tub-to-shower conversions, and complete shower rebuilds. Proper waterproofing membrane, Schluter systems where needed, large-format porcelain or natural stone. No shortcuts on the substrate — the tile is only as good as what's behind it.

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Full gut-and-rebuild

Demo to studs, new plumbing rough-in if needed, Wedi or cement board substrate, new flooring, tile, vanity, toilet, lighting, exhaust fan — everything. We pull the permit, handle the inspection, and you get a brand-new bathroom with warranties on all materials and labor.

Full demoNew plumbingTile + flooringPermitsFixtures

Vanity, fixtures & flooring

New vanity with plumbing hookup, toilet replacement, exhaust fan, recessed lighting, and bathroom flooring. A high-impact update for bathrooms that just need refreshed fixtures and a new floor — done in 3–5 days and no dust in the bedroom for a month.

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Honest pricing

Bathroom remodel costs — Lee County 2026

These ranges reflect real projects in Southwest Florida. Tile selection is the biggest variable inside the labor cost — large-format porcelain takes 40–60% longer to set than standard tile. We'll tell you exactly what to budget before any work begins.

$3K – $6K
Targeted update

Fixtures & flooring

New vanity, toilet, exhaust fan, plumbing hookups, and tile or LVP flooring. No demo of walls or shower — fastest option, clean result.

  • Vanity and plumbing hookup
  • Toilet and fixture replacement
  • New flooring (tile or LVP)
  • Lighting and exhaust fan
$12K – $18K+
Premium build

High-spec or primary suite

Large-format natural stone or rectified porcelain, freestanding tub, multiple shower heads, frameless glass enclosure, custom vanity, and full plumbing rough-in.

  • Natural stone or large-format tile
  • Frameless glass shower enclosure
  • Custom or semi-custom vanity
  • Freestanding tub (optional)
  • Full plumbing rough-in

Lee County · What homeowners need to know

Why waterproofing matters more in Southwest Florida

Humidity levels in Lee County are among the highest in the continental US. What works in a dry climate bathroom — or what a fast handyman installs in 3 days — fails differently here.

Florida Humidity Demands Real Waterproofing

Standard bathroom tile backer board absorbs moisture over time in Southwest Florida's high-humidity environment. Every shower we build uses waterproofing membranes — Schluter Kerdi, Wedi board, or liquid-applied systems — that prevent moisture from reaching the CBS wall behind the tile. The difference shows up in 5 years, not 5 months.

CBS Construction Anchoring

Hanging a heavy frameless mirror or a double vanity with stone top on CBS walls requires masonry anchors — not drywall toggles. We specify and install the correct anchors for every fixture we hang. We also document wall stud locations and CBS core fill patterns for every project so future work on your bathroom doesn't have to guess.

Permit Requirements

Bathroom remodels that move plumbing (relocating a toilet or shower drain), add electrical circuits (GFI outlets, exhaust fans with heaters), or alter structural walls require permits in Lee County. Cosmetic tile-over-tile work typically doesn't. We determine what requires a permit at the site visit and include permit cost in the written scope.

Tile Setting in Humid Climate

Large-format tile (24×24 and larger) has to be back-buttered and set in full mortar coverage to prevent hollow spots — which crack in Florida's seasonal temperature changes. We use the correct setting materials, modified thinset, and grout sealers designed for high-humidity environments. Not just whatever's on sale at the tile warehouse.

One Contractor, One Contract

Dariceli manages every bathroom project personally from first call to final caulk line. Plumbing, tile, electrical coordination, fixture installation — all under one GC contract. No tracking down four separate subs. No "the plumber didn't show up so now the tile is delayed." One number to call. Now active across Lee County.

Written Scope Before You Sign

The number one source of bathroom remodel disputes is a vague estimate. "Install tile shower" means something different to every contractor. Our written scope specifies waterproofing product, tile setting method, grout type, fixture models, and cleanup. You know exactly what you're getting before we start — and you have recourse if anything varies from scope.

What bathroom contractors navigate in Lee County

We bring the same waterproofing and permit expertise we built in South Florida to Lee County. Here is what shapes every bathroom project in this county.

Permit Authorities

  • Lee County Department of Community Development: 1500 Monroe St, Fort Myers — covers unincorporated areas
  • City of Fort Myers Building Division — separate jurisdiction from county
  • City of Cape Coral Building Division — independent permit office, largest municipality in the county
  • Bonita Springs and Estero each run independent permit offices

When You Need a Permit

  • Moving toilet or drain location: permit required
  • Adding or relocating electrical outlets (GFCI) or exhaust with heat: permit required
  • Adding a window or changing window size: permit required
  • Tile-over-existing-tile cosmetic refresh: typically no permit required
  • Vanity swap and fixture swap without plumbing relocation: typically no permit

What's Different Here

  • CBS construction near-universal in Cape Coral — CBS anchoring required for heavy mirrors, vanities, shower systems
  • Humidity causes grout and caulk failure 2–3x faster than northern states without proper waterproofing
  • High concentration of canal-front and waterfront homes in Cape Coral — bathroom layouts often tied to plumbing stack locations near canal setbacks
  • Investment and short-term rental property bathrooms require special consideration for rental-grade durability and fast turnaround

Common Bathroom Projects

  • Tub-to-walk-in shower conversion — Fort Myers, Estero, Bonita Springs
  • Full gut and rebuild — primary suite bathrooms in Cape Coral and Fort Myers
  • Investment property bathroom flip — multiple bathrooms, fast turnaround required
  • Waterfront home bathroom renovation — Cape Coral, Fort Myers Beach

The most common reason a Southwest Florida bathroom remodel fails within 5 years is inadequate waterproofing. The contractor tiled over Durock or standard cement board without a membrane, the grout cracked from humidity cycling, and moisture got behind the tile into the CBS block. By the time the homeowner sees a problem, there's typically mold in the wall cavity and the tile has to come down to the studs anyway.

We built our waterproofing standard in South Florida and apply the same discipline in Lee County. Every bathroom we build specifies the membrane system by product name, and it's in your written scope before we start — whether the project is a single-family home in Fort Myers or a canal-front renovation in Cape Coral.

Lee County Guides

Know what you're getting into before you sign

Lee County-specific guidance on bathroom remodel costs, waterproofing, and permits — from the contractor who builds them here.

Bathroom · Lee County

Bathroom Remodel Cost in Lee County (2026)

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Waterproofing · Florida

Bathroom Waterproofing in Florida — Why It Matters More Here

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Conversion · Lee County

Tub-to-Shower Conversion in Lee County — What It Actually Costs

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Bathroom remodels throughout Lee County

From Fort Myers to Bonita Springs — Lee County is our Southwest Florida market, backed by 14+ years of licensed GC experience in Florida.

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What homeowners say about our bathroom work

Verified reviews from bathroom projects across Southwest Florida.

★★★★★

"Two previous contractors never mentioned waterproofing. Dariceli walked me through exactly what membrane they'd use and why. A year later, no issues — the tile looks perfect and there's no mold behind the wall."

KH

Karen H.

Cape Coral — Full Bathroom Gut-and-Rebuild

★★★★★

"Tub-to-shower conversion in our primary suite. D&Co finished in 9 days, the tile work is flawless, and the frameless glass enclosure looks incredible. They stayed on schedule even when the vanity delivery was delayed."

RG

Robert G.

Fort Myers — Primary Suite Bathroom

★★★★★

"I manage two rental properties near Bonita Springs. D&Co did both bathrooms on back-to-back weeks, same quality every time. The cost was fair, the scope was detailed, and they cleaned up after themselves. That's all I ask for."

MS

Michelle S.

Bonita Springs — 2 Investment Property Bathrooms

Common questions

What Lee County homeowners ask about bathroom remodels

Especially about waterproofing, tile, permits, and timelines — and why bathroom remodels in Florida are different from the HGTV version.

Ready to start?

Get your free bathroom quote

Takes about 3 minutes. Tell us about your bathroom and we'll reach out within 1 business day with an honest scope and price.

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