Big Upgrades That Increase Home Value: Part 2 - Bathroom ROI
If you caught Part 1 of our series, you know we’re diving deep into where you should actually spend your money to get the best return when it’s time to sell. While the kitchen is the heart of the home, the bathroom is the sanctuary. It’s the place where a little bit of luxury goes a long way in a buyer’s mind.
In the Salt Lake Valley, a lot of homes that have great "bones" but bathrooms that feel stuck in the 90s. The good news? A bathroom remodel can deliver an average ROI of about 72.7%. At Your Contractor Pros, we help homeowners turn these dated spaces into high-value assets.
Here are the three heavy hitters for bathroom ROI.
1. The Walk-In Shower Revolution
If you have a cramped tub-and-shower combo, you’re sitting on a goldmine of potential space. One of the biggest trends in a bathroom remodel in Herriman or Riverton right now is the tub-to-shower conversion.
Modern buyers, especially those looking for a "forever home", prize walk-in showers with frameless glass doors. They make a small bathroom feel twice as large and offer better accessibility. If you have at least one bathtub elsewhere in the house for the kids or pets, swapping your master tub for a high-end walk-in shower is a winning move.
2. Updated Vanities: Small Footprint, Big Impact
You don’t always need to gut the room to make it look expensive. Replacing an outdated vanity is often one of the highest-impact, lower-cost upgrades in a bathroom remodel because it instantly updates the focal point without requiring a full gut renovation.
Whether you’re looking at a bathroom renovation in West Valley City or a quick refresh in Sandy, moving away from builder-grade cabinets to a furniture-style or floating vanity changes the whole vibe. Pair it with a double sink if space allows; "his and hers" setups are a non-negotiable for many couples shopping in the Utah market. While you’re at it, swap out those old faucets for WaterSense-certified fixtures to show buyers you care about efficiency.
3. Modern Tile Work
Tile is where the "wow" factor happens. If your current bathroom looks like the one below, with dated colors or visible wear, it’s time for a refresh.
As a home remodel contractor in Utah, we recommend sticking to timeless designs. Think large-format porcelain tiles (fewer grout lines to clean!) or classic white subway tile with a dark grout for contrast. Clean lines and professional installation are key here. If you try to DIY a complex tile pattern and the lines are crooked, it actually hurts your home value. Check out our Pro Tips on why some DIY hacks backfire before you pick up a trowel.
Why Work With Your Contractor Pros?
Handling a full bathroom renovation involves plumbing, electrical, and precision finish work. We handle the mid-to-large scale projects with the same friendly, local touch you’ve come to expect.
We serve the entire Salt Lake Valley, including:
Herriman & Riverton
Sandy & Draper
West Valley City & Magna
If you're ready to stop dreaming and start demoing, let's chat about your vision. We are a licensed and insured contractor, and we take pride in doing the job right the first time.
Stay tuned for Part 3, where we head outside to look at Exterior ROI!
