A bathroom remodel in Avalon starts on the mainland: materials travel by freight, and large items are booked ahead. On the island, the City's Planning and Building Department handles permits and inspections.
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Remodeling in Avalon
Everything for an Avalon bathroom, from tile to the toilet, crosses from the mainland by freight. We confirm sizes, quantities, and the delivery plan before demolition, so the bathroom is not left open waiting on a missing part.
Avalon homes include detached houses, attached homes, and small multifamily buildings. We check access and shared walls at the actual address before the design is final.
Call (213) 715-1700Tell us about the bathroom and what you want to change. A project manager will reply within one business day.
Before You Start
Plumbing and logistics work a little differently on Catalina.
Avalon requires a private sewer lateral inspection and report when an owner applies for a permit to remodel or alter a building with a private lateral, and when a remodel adds a bathroom or major plumbing.
Why it matters: The lateral is the owner's pipe all the way to the City main, and repairs it needs become part of the project.
What we do: We plan for the lateral inspection and an accessible outside cleanout from the start.
Materials for island projects travel from the mainland by freight, and the carrier asks for advance contact on large shipments.
Why it matters: A tub, vanity, or pallet of tile that misses its boat can hold up the whole job.
What we do: We confirm dimensions and book freight before the old bathroom comes out.
The City's housing plan addresses freshwater supply on the island.
Why it matters: Fixture choices affect how much water the bathroom uses every day.
What we do: We compare low-flow toilets, shower heads, and faucets with you when choosing fixtures.
Some households want at least one tub for bathing children or for soaking, while others prefer an easy walk-in shower.
Why it matters: Removing the only tub in a home is a decision worth making on purpose.
What we do: We talk through who uses each bathroom before choosing tub or shower.
Layout Planning
Vanity width depends on the wall, the door swing, and the space next to the toilet. These are the usual options.
| Vanity width | Good for | Check first |
|---|---|---|
| 24" | Compact guest baths; single sink; limited counter space | Door swing and toilet side clearance |
| 30" | Small primary or hall bath; single sink with modest storage | Shower entry and towel clearance |
| 36" | Common single-sink upgrade; room for a wider mirror | Where the drain and supply lines sit |
| 42" | Balanced storage and floor space in mid-size rooms | Drawer swing vs shower door |
| 48" | Comfortable single sink with a wider top | Centering with the mirror and light |
| 60" | Double sink when the wall allows; shared counter | Two sink centers and knee space |
| 72" | Full double vanity with storage towers | Total wall length including side trim |
| Custom | Out-of-square walls, soffits, or unusual plumbing spacing | Measured on site before fabrication |
Service Overview
Our Avalon work covers full bathroom remodels and single upgrades. On a full remodel one crew handles demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, waterproofing, tile, the vanity, the toilet, and the lighting, so nobody waits on another trade.
The cards below cover all ten services. The ones most homeowners ask about come first in the details section.
Licensed & insured
CSLB #1087602
City permits
Avalon Planning and Building
Design help
Finishes chosen with you
Clear pricing
Price ranges shown up front
Select a service to see what it involves and what it typically costs.
Tub replacements leveled on a solid base, with the surround rebuilt over a waterproof layer.
View details ↓Showers rebuilt to stay watertight, with finishes and hardware chosen for the room's exposure.
View details ↓Walk-in showers built in the old tub alcove, often with a lower step-in, a bench, and a hand shower.
View details ↓A shower stall turned back into a tub, with the drain, floor, and surround planned for it.
View details ↓Bathroom floors installed over a repaired, level base, with smooth transitions at the door.
View details ↓Vanities sized to the wall, with plumbing, mirror, and lighting placed to match.
View details ↓Low-entry walk-in tubs planned around floor strength, plumbing, and a safe path into the room.
View details ↓Toilets matched to the rough-in, set level on a sound flange with a new seal.
View details ↓Mirror, ceiling, and shower lighting with a quiet exhaust fan, each rated for its spot.
View details ↓Small bathrooms laid out to scale, with storage and clearances planned before demolition.
View details ↓Process
We measure, check the existing plumbing and fan, and talk through your goals and budget.
You sign off on a written plan and selections, so the order is placed once.
Dust protection goes up, the old bathroom comes out, and hidden conditions are checked.
Plumbing, electrical, framing, waterproofing, and tile are completed in order.
Fixtures are set and adjusted, and we walk the finished room with you.
Service Details
These three are planned with water use and freight in mind, since every fixture travels over from the mainland.
Choosing and fitting a toilet
Swap an old toilet for a quieter, water-saving one, or move to a comfort-height or wall-hung model.
A comfort-height toilet is easier to sit on and stand up from. An elongated bowl needs more room in front, so we check the clearance to the vanity and door. A bidet seat needs an outlet nearby. During installation, the toilet is set level on a sound flange, the supply line and shutoff are replaced, and the base is sealed.
Avalon note
Adding a toilet in a new location is major plumbing, which triggers Avalon's sewer lateral inspection.
What we settle first
A toilet replacement in Avalon costs about $350-$900 per toilet, installed.
Wall-hung models, bidet seats needing power, and flange or floor repair add cost.
$350-$900
Per toilet, installed
Showers built to stay dry
Whether the goal is a larger walk-in or a cleaner, brighter stall, the work behind the tile decides how long it lasts.
Older showers often have a mortar bed and a liner that has started to fail at the corners. We remove what is failing, confirm the drain is sound, and build the floor and walls back with a waterproof system that covers every seam. Then come the finishes: tile or panels, a shower head and hand shower at useful heights, and glass that clears the vanity and the door.
Avalon note
If the shower rebuild is part of a permitted remodel, the City's sewer lateral inspection comes with it.
What we settle first
Shower Remodeling in Avalon typically runs $5,150-$15,500 for the total project.
Full tear-outs, new pans, custom niches, and frameless glass push cost up; a surface update on a sound base keeps it down.
$5,150-$15,500
Total project, installed
Choosing the right vanity
The right vanity balances storage, counter space, and light, and in a primary bath it often means double sinks.
Stock vanities come in standard widths, while custom cabinets can fill an odd wall or work around a window. We help you decide which fits. During installation we replace the shutoffs and supply lines, set the cabinet level even if the floor is not, and seal the top to the wall. Drawers and doors are adjusted so they clear the toilet and the door.
What we settle first
A new vanity in Avalon typically costs $1,300-$6,950 per vanity, installed.
Cabinet size, custom work, stone tops, and adding a second sink drive the price.
$1,300-$6,950
Per vanity, installed
Bathtub Installation
A new tub should fit the room you have, drain properly, and be comfortable for the people who use it most.
Measuring comes first: the opening, the doorways the tub has to pass through, and the drain position. Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, while cast iron and steel hold heat longer but weigh more. The surround is rebuilt over a waterproof backer before tile or panels go up.
Avalon note
Roughly 86 percent of Avalon's housing went up before 1980. That is why we expect demolition to take some care and plan the tile edge around the new tub before it is set.
What we settle first
Bathtub Installation in Avalon usually costs $1,900-$9,050, start to finish.
Freestanding tubs, drain relocation, and full tile surrounds cost more than an alcove replacement.
$1,900-$9,050
Total project, installed
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
A walk-in shower can make a compact bathroom feel larger and easier to use every day.
Then we build a waterproof pan and walls and finish with the curb height, glass, and grab-bar backing you choose.
Avalon note
Roughly 49 percent of Avalon households rent their home, so for renters we start by getting the property owner's go-ahead in writing.
What we settle first
Most tub-to-shower conversion projects in Avalon cost $4,300-$12,950 in total.
Drain relocation, curbless entries, and glass choices are the main cost drivers.
$4,300-$12,950
Total project, installed
Shower-to-Tub Conversion
If your home has no bathtub, adding one back can make bathing small children or a long soak possible again.
The water lines and drain are located and rerouted where needed. The surround is waterproofed for the tub style you choose, and we leave a way to reach the valve without tearing out tile later.
Avalon note
Census estimates put the median Avalon home at 4.0 rooms, so where a home has only one bathroom we plan the conversion to keep the room out of use for as few days as we can.
What we settle first
Shower-to-Tub Conversion in Avalon typically runs $3,650-$10,400 for the total project.
Opening size, drain changes, and surround choices set the final price.
$3,650-$10,400
Total project, installed
Bathroom Flooring Installation
The right bathroom floor resists water, stays safe underfoot when wet, and meets the hallway floor without an awkward step.
We remove the old floor, check the subfloor for soft spots and water damage, and level the base. Porcelain, ceramic, stone, and luxury vinyl each get the right underlayment. The finished height is matched to the next room so there is no lip.
Avalon note
Close to 30% of Avalon homes are in buildings with five or more units. That is why we ask about sound underlayment rules in the building before choosing a hard floor.
What we settle first
Bathroom Flooring in Avalon runs about $8-$26, installed.
Removing old tile, leveling, sound underlayment where a building requires it, and tile size or pattern affect the price.
$8-$26
Per square foot, installed
Walk-In Tub Installation
A walk-in tub can make bathing safer and easier for anyone with limited mobility, as long as the room, floor, and water heater are ready for it.
We measure the room depth, the door opening, and the route the tub will take into the house. Water supply, drain size, and any dedicated electrical circuit follow the manufacturer's requirements. Grab bars and a non-slip floor finish complete the installation.
Avalon note
The median build year for homes in Avalon is 1946. That is why we check the doorway width and the water heater capacity before a walk-in tub is ordered.
What we settle first
Most walk-in tub installation projects in Avalon cost $5,750-$12,550 in total.
Model features, door style, and any electrical or water heater work make the difference.
$5,750-$12,550
Total project, installed
Bathroom Lighting Installation
Good bathroom lighting puts even light on your face at the mirror, adds softer ambient light, and pairs it with a fan that clears moisture quickly.
We combine ceiling light with task light at the mirror so the room is bright without harsh shadows. The exhaust fan is sized to the room and vented outside.
Avalon note
Roughly 57 percent of the housing in Avalon dates from before 1960, so we look at the existing wiring and circuit before adding fixtures or a fan.
What we settle first
Plan on $450-$2,850 for a bathroom lighting package in Avalon.
The number of fixtures and any new wiring set most of the price.
$450-$2,850
Per lighting package, installed
Small Bathroom Remodeling
In a small bathroom, a few inches decide whether the door clears the toilet and whether there is room to dry off. We plan those inches carefully.
Most small remodels keep the fixtures where they are and gain space with smarter choices: a wall-hung vanity that shows more floor, a recessed medicine cabinet, a niche in the shower wall, and a toilet with a compact bowl. If a fixture must move, we check the plumbing first so the price reflects the work.
What we settle first
Plan on $12,600-$36,800 for small bathroom remodeling in Avalon, as a total project.
Keeping the toilet and shower in place controls cost; relocating fixtures or adding custom storage raises it.
$12,600-$36,800
Total project, installed
Reviews
"They handled our permit, waterproofing, and design without us lifting a finger. The new shower still looks flawless three years later."
Rebecca T. · Pasadena, CA
"Our 1940s bathroom had every surprise you can imagine behind the walls. The crew told us upfront and never blew the timeline."
Daniel M. · Silver Lake, CA
"The finished bathroom matched the 3D design exactly. That alone put them ahead of the last contractor we used."
Carol F. · Sherman Oaks, CA
"Fast, clean, and honest pricing from day one. No surprise charges after demo like our neighbor experienced."
Marcus L. · Long Beach, CA
"We converted our tub to a walk-in shower and the whole bathroom feels twice as big now. Great tile work."
Priya K. · Torrance, CA
"Our vanity installation was done in a single day with zero mess left behind. Very professional crew."
James O. · Burbank, CA
"They pulled every permit and dealt with the city inspector so we never had to worry about compliance."
Angela R. · Culver City, CA
"Walk-in tub installation for my mother went smoothly and the safety features give us real peace of mind."
Ben H. · Glendale, CA
"They handled our permit, waterproofing, and design without us lifting a finger. The new shower still looks flawless three years later."
Rebecca T. · Pasadena, CA
"Our 1940s bathroom had every surprise you can imagine behind the walls. The crew told us upfront and never blew the timeline."
Daniel M. · Silver Lake, CA
"The finished bathroom matched the 3D design exactly. That alone put them ahead of the last contractor we used."
Carol F. · Sherman Oaks, CA
"Fast, clean, and honest pricing from day one. No surprise charges after demo like our neighbor experienced."
Marcus L. · Long Beach, CA
"We converted our tub to a walk-in shower and the whole bathroom feels twice as big now. Great tile work."
Priya K. · Torrance, CA
"Our vanity installation was done in a single day with zero mess left behind. Very professional crew."
James O. · Burbank, CA
"They pulled every permit and dealt with the city inspector so we never had to worry about compliance."
Angela R. · Culver City, CA
"Walk-in tub installation for my mother went smoothly and the safety features give us real peace of mind."
Ben H. · Glendale, CA
Service Area
Avalon is on Santa Catalina Island, across the channel from the Los Angeles County mainland.
Avalon, on Santa Catalina Island off the Los Angeles County coast.
Neighboring areas we serve: Rancho Palos Verdes · Rolling Hills · Downtown Long Beach · Rolling Hills Estates.
Cost Guide
For a typical full bathroom remodel in Avalon, budget about $16,550-$44,150. It is a guide, and your estimate is written after we see the room.
The range is based on current remodeling costs in Los Angeles County and nearby areas.
Budget about $16,550-$44,150 for a typical full remodel in Avalon.
See the bands below for where a smaller or larger project may land.
$16,550-$44,150
Total project, installed
The typical range above is where most full remodels land. A small refresh can come in below it, and a large remodel with layout changes can go above it.
Surfaces and fixtures updated in place
Everything replaced, plumbing stays put
Layout changes, moved drains, premium materials
Many projects fall between two bands.
Adding the individual service prices together will overstate a full remodel, because demolition, plumbing, and waterproofing are shared across services.
The final price comes down to the room, what is behind the walls, the fixtures and finishes you choose, and any plumbing or electrical changes.
Recent Work
Recent bathroom projects across Los Angeles County.
Pasadena, CA
Full Master Bath Remodel
Silver Lake, CA
Custom Walk-In Shower
Sherman Oaks, CA
Freestanding Tub Install
Long Beach, CA
Double Vanity Upgrade
Wet Areas
Water damage usually starts where two surfaces meet: a corner, a niche, a valve opening. A sheet or liquid membrane that covers those joints is what keeps the wall dry for years.
Ventilation is part of the build, not an afterthought. A properly sized fan, ducted outside, is the cheapest protection against mildew.
Existing Conditions
Some problems only show once the old tile is gone. When that happens, we stop, show you, and price the repair before continuing.
Replacing older valves and supply lines now saves opening the wall later.
City of Avalon
The City of Avalon's Planning and Building Department oversees development in the City, with building services provided under contract by 4LEAF. Building inspections can be scheduled at the department window, by email, or by phone at (310) 510-0220, ext. 116.
| When it applies | What the City requires | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Applying for a permit to remodel or alter a building with a private lateral | Private sewer lateral inspection and report | A licensed plumber usually clears and televises the line |
| A remodel that adds a bathroom or major plumbing | Lateral inspection and report | Corrective work may be required based on the report |
| Remodel costs over $75,000 | Lateral inspection and report | Counts as significant remodeling |
| Repair in the public right-of-way | Excavation permit from the City | The owner is responsible for the lateral to the main |
FAQs
Most full remodels in Avalon cost about $16,550-$44,150. Smaller refreshes can come in at $13,950-$26,050, same-layout remodels at $26,800-$51,450, and larger projects with layout changes at $41,400-$73,600.
Often, yes. The City requires one when an owner applies for a permit to remodel a building with a private sewer lateral, when a remodel adds a bathroom or major plumbing, or when remodel costs exceed $75,000.
By freight from the mainland. Large items such as tubs and vanities are booked ahead with the carrier, so we confirm sizes and quantities before demolition.
We stop, show you what we found, and give you a written price for the repair before continuing. Nothing extra is done without your approval.
If the current fan is loud, weak, or not vented outside, the remodel is a good time to replace it, since the ceiling is already open.
We plan the order of work so the toilet is out of service for as little time as possible, and we talk through the schedule with you before starting.
We measure the wall and the space in front of it, including the door swing and the toilet. That tells us which widths and depths fit comfortably.
Start Today
Call or send the form. We'll plan the freight, the sewer lateral check, and the City permit with you.
Tell us about your bathroom. A local project manager will call within one business day.