Bathroom Renovations in Aurora
A bathroom renovation looks simple on paper: new tile, a new vanity, maybe a walk-in shower until you’re the one living with the plumbing, ventilation, and waterproofing decisions for the next twenty years. Onyx handles Aurora bathroom renovations as a full construction project, not just a finished swap, so the parts you can’t see hold up as well as the parts you can.
Why Aurora Homeowners Trust Onyx For Bathroom Renovation
Bathrooms are unforgiving of shortcuts, bad waterproofing or ventilation doesn’t show up as a problem until months later, hidden behind tile and drywall. That’s exactly where cutting corners does the most damage.
- We put it in writing– A detailed, itemized quote before any demolition, not a number that grows once the old tile comes off the wall.
- We’re licensed, insured, and WSIB-covered, protecting you if anything goes wrong on site.
- You get one project lead, coordinating plumbing, electrical, tiling, and finishing instead of you chasing down separate trades.
- We build to code, every time– proper waterproofing, ventilation, and GFCI-protected electrical, whether or not it’s visible in the finished room.
- We stand behind the work with a workmanship warranty after the final invoice is paid.
A full home renovation can involve several rooms and systems at once. Instead of managing separate contractors for every part of the house, Onyx Construction coordinates the renovation under one project plan.
Kitchen Renovation
Transform an outdated kitchen with new cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting, fixtures, and layout improvements. Kitchen renovations can also be coordinated with adjacent dining and living spaces for a more connected main floor.
Bathroom Renovation
We renovate primary bathrooms, ensuite bathrooms, family bathrooms, and powder rooms with coordinated tile, vanities, plumbing fixtures, lighting, storage, and finishing.
Basement Renovation & Finishing
Turn an unfinished or outdated basement into usable living space such as a family room, home office, gym, entertainment area, guest space, or secondary living area where permitted.
Living & Dining Room Renovation
Update flooring, walls, ceilings, trim, lighting, and room layouts while improving the connection between living, dining, and kitchen areas.
Structural & Layout Changes
When your renovation requires more than cosmetic improvements, we can coordinate layout changes, wall removal, room reconfiguration, and structural work, with engineering and permits where required.
Flooring, Trim & Finishing
Carry a consistent finish throughout the renovated areas with new flooring, baseboards, casing, doors, paint, and other finishing details.
Electrical & Lighting
Upgrade electrical components and introduce modern lighting layouts for kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms, basements, and other renovated spaces.
Plumbing
Coordinate plumbing upgrades and fixture relocations across kitchens, bathrooms, laundry areas, and other spaces being renovated.
Home Additions & Garden Suites
If your renovation requires additional living space, we can also coordinate home additions and garden suite projects where permitted, helping you plan the new space alongside the existing home.
What Aurora Bathrooms Commonly Need
Older Aurora homes, particularly bungalows and split-levels from the ’60s through the ’80s often carry bathrooms with outdated plumbing runs, inadequate ventilation, and layouts built around fixtures that are no longer standard sizes. Newer builds in Aurora Trails and 2C tend to have more current systems but come with their own builder-grade finishes that homeowners want to upgrade.
Before we touch a single tile, we look at what’s actually behind the walls the condition of the plumbing, whether ventilation meets current code, and whether the subfloor can support the fixtures you want. That’s what prevents a bathroom renovation from turning into a mid-project discovery of rot, poor venting, or outdated wiring.
Bathroom Renovation Services We Offer in Aurora
Full Bathroom Renovations
Complete gut renovations layout, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, and finishes reworked from the studs out for bathrooms that no longer function for your household.
Walk-In & Curbless Showers
Frameless glass, curbless entries, and built-in niches, designed for both everyday comfort and long-term accessibility as your household's needs change.
Ensuite & Primary Bathroom Upgrades
Turning a builder-grade primary ensuite into a genuine retreat double vanities, freestanding tubs, upgraded tile, and better lighting.
Powder Room Renovations
Smaller footprint, but still a project worth doing properly updated fixtures, finishes, and layout for one of the most-seen rooms in the house.
Accessible & Aging-in-Place Bathrooms
Grab bars, curbless showers, comfort-height fixtures, and wider clearances built in from the start, not retrofitted awkwardly later.
Tile, Vanity & Fixture Updates
For bathrooms with good bones that just need a refresh, new tile, vanity, and fixtures installed with the same attention to waterproofing as a full renovation.
What's Driving Whole-Home Design Decisions Across Aurora Right Now
The homes we’re renovating across Aurora this year share a few consistent priorities:
One of the strongest returns on investment
Bathroom renovations consistently rank among the top value-adding projects for Aurora and York Region resale.
Better daily function
More counter space, smarter storage, and a layout that doesn't create a bottleneck during a busy morning routine.
Lower water and energy use
Newer fixtures, toilets, and ventilation fans typically use significantly less water and electricity than what they replace.
Fewer hidden problems down the road
A renovation is the natural point to replace aging plumbing and address ventilation issues before they cause water damage or mould.
A bathroom that works for your household as it changes
Renovations can build in accessibility features now, so the room doesn't need a second overhaul later.
How We Keep a Bathroom Project on Track
An in-person assessment
checking plumbing, ventilation, and structural condition before pricing anything.
A written scope and itemized quote
so you know exactly what you're paying for.
A single project lead
coordinating every trade on site, from demolition through final fixtures.
Change orders approved before they happen
never billed as a surprise afterward.
A final walkthrough
to confirm everything tile lines, grout, fixtures, ventilation meets the standard before we call it done.
Recent Bathroom Projects in Aurora
What Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in Aurora?
Cost depends heavily on scope whether plumbing and layout are changing, or it’s primarily a finished update. As a general guide for the Aurora / York Region market:
Project Type
Typical Range
Cosmetic refresh (vanity, fixtures, tile, no layout change)
$8,000 – $18,000
Mid-range full renovation (new layout, plumbing changes, updated finishes)
$18,000 – $40,000
Luxury / custom renovation (premium materials, custom showers, heated floors)
$40,000 – $75,000+
Ready to Start Planning Your Bathroom Renovation?
If your bathroom feels outdated, cramped, or like it’s one leak away from a bigger problem, let’s talk about what’s realistically possible — on your budget and your timeline.
Areas We Serve Around Aurora
Onyx renovates bathrooms throughout Aurora, including Aurora Village, Aurora Estates, Bayview Northeast, Bayview Southeast, Hills of St. Andrew, Aurora Heights, Aurora Highlands, and Stone Haven-Wellington — plus nearby communities across York Region, including Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Markham, and King City.
Not seeing your neighbourhood listed? Reach out and we’ll confirm coverage.
Common Questions About Bathroom Renovations in Aurora
How long does a bathroom renovation typically take?
A full bathroom renovation usually runs 3–5 weeks once permits and materials are in hand, depending on whether plumbing is being relocated. A cosmetic refresh without layout changes can move faster.
Do I need a permit to renovate my bathroom?
Permits are typically required if you’re relocating plumbing, changing electrical, or altering the room’s layout. Straightforward fixture and finish replacements usually don’t need one. We confirm and handle this as part of the project.
Can I use my bathroom at all during the renovation?
For a full renovation of your only bathroom, no — the space is out of use for most of the project. If you have a second bathroom in the home, that typically remains usable throughout.
What's the most common mistake homeowners make when planning a bathroom renovation?
Choosing finishes before confirming the layout and what’s behind the walls. Waterproofing, ventilation, and plumbing conditions should drive the plan first, tile and fixtures come after, not before.
Is a walk-in shower a good idea if I plan to stay in this house long-term?
Generally yes. Curbless, walk-in showers are easier to maintain, work well for households of any age, and tend to be a feature buyers look for if you eventually sell — it’s a renovation that ages well on both fronts.