Accessible bathroom renovation in Vancouver
Bathrooms that are safer and easier to use, for mobility needs today or for staying in your home as you get older. See a recent example: the curbless-shower bathroom we added in Shaughnessy so a client’s mother could age in place.
Safe, comfortable and still beautiful
An accessible bathroom removes the obstacles that make bathing difficult or risky: a tub edge to step over, a slippery floor, a narrow door, nothing to hold. Done well, it looks like a well-designed bathroom, not a clinical one.
QUAY Construction designs and builds accessible bathroom renovations across Vancouver, working from your needs and, where relevant, recommendations from your occupational therapist.
Back to bathroom contractors in VancouverWhat an accessible bathroom includes
Every accessible bathroom is planned around the person using it, so we start with how you move through the room.
Curbless showers
Level entry with no step, suitable for walkers and wheelchairs.
Shower seating
Built-in or fold-down benches.
Non-slip flooring
Textured tile for secure footing when wet.
Wider doorways
Doors widened or changed to pocket doors for easier access.
Comfort-height toilets
Taller toilets that are easier to sit on and rise from.
Lever and handheld controls
Faucets and shower controls that are easy to grip and reach.
Blocking now saves opening walls later
Even if you do not need grab bars today, adding solid blocking inside the walls during a renovation means they can be fitted anywhere later, quickly and securely.
It is one of the least expensive things to include while the walls are open.
Aging-in-place bathroom renovations.
A bathroom that lets you stay in the home you know.
An aging-in-place bathroom is designed for changing needs over time. It combines a step-free shower, good lighting, secure flooring and space to move with fixtures chosen for ease of use.
- Step-free entry: a curbless shower in place of a tub
- Better lighting: bright, even light and night lighting
- Room to move: clearances planned for mobility aids
- Future-ready walls: blocking for grab bars and seats
Grab bar installation, accessible vanities and fixtures.
Support and reach, exactly where they are needed.
Grab bar installation must be anchored into solid blocking or structure to be safe. Accessible vanity installation provides knee clearance and a comfortable height for seated use. Fixtures are selected for easy operation; these are often searched for as ADA-compliant fixtures, and in BC we plan to the accessibility provisions of the BC Building Code and your own needs.
- Grab bars: at the toilet, shower and tub, fixed to blocking
- Accessible vanities: open knee space and lowered or adjustable heights
- Accessible fixtures: lever faucets, handheld showers and reachable controls
- Finishes: bars and fixtures in finishes that match the rest of the room
One bathroom. One accountable team.
Planning, pricing, procurement and construction are coordinated through one renovation process rather than managed as isolated pieces.
One Point of Contact
Design, trades, materials and scheduling are coordinated by QUAY, so you are not managing separate contractors or chasing updates.
Fixed-Price Proposal
Scope and pricing are established before construction so you know what is included and what the renovation is expected to cost.
Plan Before Construction
Materials, trades, sequencing and major project decisions are coordinated before the bathroom is taken apart.
365-Day Warranty
Our workmanship is backed by QUAY's 365-day We-Fix-It-Free warranty after project completion.
Planned as a whole. Finished in the details.
Tile, vanities, glass and fixtures are coordinated so the finished bathroom feels considered in every detail.
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We provide bathroom renovation services throughout Vancouver and the surrounding municipalities. Choose your city for local details.
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Clear before construction. Organized through completion.
Each stage is defined before the next begins so decisions, materials and trades remain connected throughout the renovation.
Discovery Call
We discuss your home, priorities, desired timeline and expected investment to determine the right next step.
On-Site Consultation
We review the existing rooms, measurements, building conditions, layout opportunities and practical project requirements.
Scope & Proposal
The renovation is defined through a detailed scope, selections, pricing and construction plan before work begins.
Construction
Trades, materials and installations are coordinated through an organized schedule with consistent communication through completion.
Plan the renovation. Understand the investment.
Bathroom renovation cost in Vancouver is driven by scope, not square footage.
Cost depends on the changes needed, such as converting a tub to a curbless shower, widening doors and the fixtures chosen. We define the scope with you and provide a fixed-price proposal before construction begins.
Rather than quoting a generic square-foot price, we define the actual scope and provide a fixed-price proposal before construction begins. For typical ranges by room, see our renovation cost guides.
Accessible bathroom questions answered
What makes a bathroom accessible? +
Step-free entry to the shower, secure flooring, grab bars, adequate space and fixtures that are easy to reach and operate.
Can my tub be replaced with a curbless shower? +
In most homes, yes. The floor is adjusted so it slopes to the drain without a step.
Where should grab bars go? +
At the toilet and at the shower or tub entry and interior. Placement is set for the person using them.
Are there grants for accessible renovations in BC? +
Funding programs exist and change over time. Check current provincial and federal programs to see what you may qualify for.
What is an aging-in-place bathroom? +
A bathroom designed so you can keep using it safely and comfortably as your mobility changes.
Can accessible bathrooms still look modern? +
Yes. Curbless showers, clean-lined grab bars and floating vanities are features of many contemporary bathrooms.
Do you renovate older and character homes? +
Yes. We check older homes for outdated wiring, old plumbing and hazardous materials. That way, these issues are part of the plan instead of a surprise mid-project.
Does QUAY Construction provide a warranty? +
Yes. QUAY Construction provides a 365-day workmanship warranty following completion of the renovation.
Planning an accessible bathroom?
Tell us about your home, your priorities and when you'd like to renovate. We'll help you determine the right next step.