Bathroom Cabinet Contractors

Do your bathroom cabinets have holes in the floorboards? Chipped veneer? Cracked or stained stone countertops? Get on the horn and summon a bathroom cabinet contractor. Yes, it costs money—especially if you want to install a huge marble countertop. Why not do it yourself? Because the bath is the one room in the house where you absolutely don’t want structural or plumbing problems.

Installing cabinetry may seem straightforward. But when sinks and drains are added to the mix, you want professional help on your side. In fact, the manufacturers of many of today’s popular solid-surface or engineered stone countertops require placement by a certified contractor.

Do they know something that we don’t know?

Possibly. Getting it right the first time protects your purchase and maximizes the performance of their products. More so, you want level cabinets with working hinges, right? Call a bathroom cabinet contractor. It does help to know a few things before you call, though, so you won’t buy more cabinet than you need.

If you’re prepping for a remodel or new home construction, sit down and consider your tastes and budget before you shop. This may be the last objective decision you make. Once you’ve set some parameters, browse and be dazzled! Countertop surfaces in every shade can be chosen from kitchen and bath design showrooms or online. Some distributors have computer software that uses a current photo of your home to show you what their cabinets would look like in your space.

Next, consult with bathroom contractors to see which materials they handle and get estimates. Make sure they have plumbing experience and certification if pipes are part of the plan.

What Does a Bathroom Cabinet Contractor Do?

What seems simple is actually executed using a number of skills. Bathroom contractors must be able to:

• Work with architects and designers
• Assess available space for functional cabinet placement
• Suggest cabinetry configurations of their own
• Assess cabinetry bases for weight loads in countertop installation
• Create or add to structural support
• Install prefabricated cabinets or custom make them
• Install vanity or sideboard countertops
• Install backsplashes
• Make plumbing connections

They may delegate or subcontract some of these tasks, but they must understand all the aspects and what the job as a whole needs. See? There’s more to it than you thought.

Bathroom cabinets must be accessible, yet out of the way; durable enough for everyday use, yet beautiful. Bathroom cabinet contractors are truly the Renaissance men of today.

Check your contractor’s references to see what other customers thought of the quality of materials, level of skill and final product. Were they satisfied that their cabinets were placed at a convenient height and look professionally installed? Would they recommend this service to someone else? Those are the goals of a good bathroom cabinet contractor.

Who Needs One?

New homebuilders will tap their preferred kitchen and bathroom sources, or homeowners can get contractor referrals from decor showrooms. Countertop materials from Caesarstone, Cambria and Corian, for instance, may need to be handled by one of their certified network contractors.

Homeowners can staff their own bathroom remodels in the same way. If you buy custom cabinets, the craftsperson may install them or suggest a bathroom contractor.

Commercial establishments should also take advantage of professional remodeling services when it’s time for new colors, furnishing upgrades or countertop replacement. New bathroom cabinets or counters alone can transform a space—you may not have to add anything else to the decor.

Hiring a Contractor Benefits Homeowners

Adding to a home or business’s property value is a given with a well-designed cabinetry remodel. Good cabinets are meant to last decades, so the investment has deep roots. Functional beauty provides instant gratification day in and day out. If you have a problem cabinet or countertop that has been a continual irritation, you don’t have to live with it. And you don’t have to learn carpentry, design and plumbing.

First-rate cabinet construction, placement and installation will add to the allure of your home when it comes time to sell. Doing the job yourself may end in a sales detriment—so much so that you must have the bathroom redone in order for it to become market worthy.

The same goes for commercial establishments. You want the patrons of your restaurant to say, “You’ve got to see the bathrooms here!” because the decor is inspired, not in poor taste.

The Risks of Poor Bathroom Cabinet Installation

Two major risks can tank your bathroom cabinet project: poor product performance and swindles. The quality of materials used and the integrity of the contractor will determine whether you become the victim of a job gone bad. You can check these out ahead of time to minimize your risk.

Actually calling customer references will help you avoid poor cabinet performance due to shoddy installation. Reading the product liability warranty on your cabinets will tell you how long you have to replace them if the material itself breaks down. And checking with state boards for a contractor’s current license and any pending disputes will show you how likely you are to get what you pay for.

The Bottom Line

Minimal homework will help you choose the right contractor and materials, so you can enjoy the daily benefits of pulling fresh towels out of beautiful bathroom cabinets.