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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Same bathroom. Real project. Tampa Bay.
Our Bathroom Work
How it works
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.
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.
Walk-through or video call. Written quote within 48 hours. We identify waterproofing requirements, permit needs, and any existing water damage before you sign.
Demo, waterproofing, tile, plumbing, vanity, lighting — Dariceli manages the job personally. No surprise subcontractors you've never met showing up.
Final walkthrough together. We check every grout joint, every fixture, every seal. No payment released until you're satisfied.
What we do in Tampa
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.
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.
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.
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.
Honest pricing
These ranges reflect real projects across Tampa and Hillsborough County. 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.
New vanity, toilet, exhaust fan, plumbing hookups, and tile or LVP flooring. No demo of walls or shower — fastest option, clean result.
Tile shower rebuild or conversion, new vanity, toilet, flooring, lighting, and plumbing where needed. The most common scope — and where we do our best work.
Large-format natural stone or rectified porcelain, freestanding tub, multiple shower heads, frameless glass enclosure, custom vanity, and full plumbing rough-in.
Tampa / Hillsborough County · What homeowners need to know
Humidity levels in Hillsborough 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.
Standard bathroom tile backer board absorbs moisture over time in the Tampa Bay area'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 wall behind the tile. The difference shows up in 5 years, not 5 months.
The City of Tampa runs its own Construction Services Center — separate from Hillsborough County's Development Services Department. A bathroom remodel in Carrollwood or Riverview is unincorporated Hillsborough County, not City of Tampa, even though everyone calls the area "Tampa." Submitting your permit to the wrong office costs you weeks. We confirm jurisdiction before we file anything.
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 through Hillsborough County Development Services or City of Tampa Construction Services Center. 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.
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.
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 Tampa and all of Hillsborough County.
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.
The Tampa Bay metro spans two major permit jurisdictions and has some of the highest humidity in the state. Here is what shapes every bathroom project here.
The most common reason a Tampa Bay 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 wall. 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 Tampa. We also confirm jurisdiction before we file — a bathroom remodel in Carrollwood or Riverview goes through Hillsborough County, not the City of Tampa, and getting that wrong costs weeks on the permit timeline.
Florida-specific guidance on bathroom remodel costs and waterproofing — from the contractor who builds them here.
From South Tampa to Brandon — Tampa and Hillsborough County is our Tampa Bay market, backed by 10+ years of licensed GC experience in Florida.
Verified reviews from bathroom projects across Tampa and Hillsborough County.
"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."
"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."
"I manage two rental properties near Brandon. 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."
Common questions
Especially about waterproofing, tile, permits, and timelines — and why bathroom remodels in Florida are different from the HGTV version.
Bathroom remodel cost in Tampa and Hillsborough County ranges from $3,000 for a vanity, toilet, and flooring update to $18,000+ for a full gut with large-format natural stone tile, frameless glass, and a custom vanity. The most common project — a complete shower rebuild with new fixtures, vanity, and flooring — runs $7,000–$12,000. D&Co provides a written quote within 48 hours.
A vanity and fixture update takes 2–4 days. A full tile shower rebuild typically takes 7–12 days depending on tile size and scope. A complete gut-and-rebuild runs 2–4 weeks. We provide a project schedule in writing before we start so you know exactly when your bathroom will be out of service — and when it comes back.
It depends on scope. Cosmetic work (new tile, new vanity in same location, fixture swap) typically does not require a permit. Moving plumbing (relocating toilet, shower drain, or sink location), adding electrical circuits, or modifying structural walls requires a permit through Hillsborough County Development Services or City of Tampa Construction Services Center, depending on your address. As your licensed GC, we determine which office your project falls under and include permit cost in your written scope — you don't have to guess.
In Florida's high-humidity climate, we use either Schluter Kerdi membrane systems for shower pans and walls, Wedi board (foam core waterproof substrate), or liquid-applied membranes like RedGard or Mapelastic AquaDefense for more complex geometries. We specify the system in your written scope by product name. Any contractor who says "we just use cement board" on a shower rebuild in the Tampa Bay area is telling you something important about their work.
Yes — tub-to-shower conversion is one of our most common bathroom projects. We demo the tub and alcove, install a new shower pan with proper waterproofing, tile the walls and floor, add a frameless or semi-frameless glass enclosure, and update the plumbing to a shower valve and head. Cost typically runs $4,000–$9,000 depending on tile and glass selection. A permit is usually required because it changes the plumbing configuration.
Yes. D&Co is operated by Dariceli Kunhardt, Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1531095, with 10+ years in construction, design, and project management. We carry full general liability insurance and workers' compensation. Verifiable at the Florida DBPR website under license CGC1531095.
Yes — we can work labor-only if you supply the materials. However, we purchase tile, fixtures, and setting materials at contractor and developer pricing, which is typically lower than what a homeowner pays retail. We're happy to share our distributor pricing so you can compare. If you choose to supply materials, we review selections before we start to ensure they're appropriate for the installation method and Florida climate conditions.
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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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