Fort Worth Bathroom Remodel Contractor
One crew, one point of contact, over a decade of experience. We handle every phase of your bathroom project from demolition through final walkthrough.
Choosing a Fort Worth Bathroom Contractor With the Right Scope
Choosing a bathroom contractor is the single most important decision in a remodeling project. The contractor determines the quality of the waterproofing, the precision of the tile work, the reliability of the plumbing connections, and whether the finished bathroom holds up for 5 years or 25 years. A beautiful tile installation over a poorly waterproofed shower will fail — and when it does, the repair costs more than the original project.
At Water & Stone, bathroom remodeling is all we do. We are not a general handyman service, a franchise operation, or a jack-of-all-trades contractor. We specialize in bathrooms — showers, tile, vanities, waterproofing, and the plumbing and structural work behind them. This specialization means every project benefits from the depth of experience that only comes from doing the same type of work hundreds of times.
Owner Juan Campos leads every project personally. With over 10 years of professional remodeling experience in the DFW metroplex, our team understands the specific challenges of North Texas homes — expansive clay soils, hard water, slab construction, and the building practices common in Tarrant County construction from the 1980s through today.
Contractor Details Worth Checking Before You Book
Not every remodeling contractor is qualified for bathroom work. Here is what separates a true bathroom specialist from a general contractor who happens to take bathroom jobs.
Waterproofing Expertise
Ask what waterproofing system will be used before any tile is set. Bathroom specialists use bonded membrane systems with proper corners, seams, curbs, and drain integration. Water & Stone flood-tests shower pans before tile installation so hidden waterproofing is verified early.
Tile Work Quality
Look closely at grout joints, niche cuts, fixture openings, tile centering, and edge finishing. A contractor who works on bathrooms every day will produce cleaner details than a general contractor who only handles tile occasionally.
Insurance and Local Requirements
Bathroom work should be performed by an insured contractor who understands local registration, plumbing, and electrical coordination requirements. Water & Stone operates as Handiwork Contracting LLC and carries liability coverage for active remodels.
Clear Written Estimates
A professional estimate should state what is included: demolition, disposal, plumbing coordination, waterproofing, tile labor, setting materials, fixtures, glass, hardware, paint, and cleanup. Clear scope language helps you compare bids without guessing what was left out.
Consistent Project Leadership
Bathroom projects move better when the person who scopes the work stays connected to the build. Owner Juan Campos is involved in Water & Stone projects, keeping quality expectations, schedule updates, and finish details aligned from consultation through walkthrough.
Questions Worth Asking
Ask how the contractor communicates schedule changes, protects the home, handles waterproofing, manages cleanup, documents changes, and verifies the finished tile and fixtures before the final walkthrough.
Trades and Tasks We Coordinate for the Remodel
As a full-service bathroom contractor, we handle every phase of the project. You do not need to hire separate tradespeople for demolition, plumbing, tile, glass, or paint — we manage everything under one scope of work.
Demolition & Disposal
Complete tear-out of existing tile, drywall, fixtures, vanities, and tub/shower enclosures. All debris is removed from your home and disposed of properly. We protect adjacent areas with plastic sheeting and floor protection during demolition.
Plumbing
Rough plumbing modifications including drain relocation, supply line rerouting, valve installation, and fixture rough-in. We handle the plumbing work needed to support the new bathroom layout — whether that means moving a shower drain for a walk-in shower, adding supply lines for a double vanity, or reconfiguring drains for a tub-to-shower conversion.
Waterproofing
Complete Schluter-KERDI waterproofing membrane system installation in all wet areas. Pre-formed corners, curbs, and niches are integrated into the membrane layer to create a continuous waterproof envelope. Every shower pan is flood-tested before tile installation begins.
Tile & Stone Installation
Expert tile installation on shower walls, shower floors, bathroom floors, backsplashes, and accent surfaces. We use mechanical tile leveling systems to maintain zero-lippage tolerances and match thinset selection to the specific tile material being installed.
Fixtures, Glass & Finishing
Vanity and countertop installation, faucet and fixture mounting, frameless glass shower enclosure installation, mirror hanging, hardware placement, paint touch-ups, and silicone sealing at all water-contact points. Every detail is addressed before the final walkthrough.
Red Flags When Hiring a Bathroom Contractor in DFW
The DFW metroplex has thousands of contractors advertising bathroom remodeling services. Here are warning signs that a contractor may not deliver the quality you expect.
No Waterproofing Plan
If a contractor cannot explain exactly how they waterproof a shower — what membrane system, how corners and curbs are handled, whether they flood-test — the shower will eventually leak. Waterproofing failures are the most common and most expensive bathroom remodeling problem. It is not visible after the tile is set, which is why it is the first thing cut by contractors trying to save time and money.
Significantly Lower Bid
If one bid is dramatically lower than others, the contractor is either cutting corners (skipping waterproofing, using cheap thinset, rushing the work) or planning to add change orders once demolition is underway. Professional bathroom work has real material and labor costs that do not vary dramatically between qualified contractors. A bid that is 40 percent below the average should raise questions, not excitement.
No Portfolio of Bathroom-Specific Work
General contractors may show beautiful kitchen renovations, room additions, or deck builds — but ask to see bathrooms specifically. Shower tile work, waterproofing details, niche construction, and grout quality in bathroom-specific projects tell you whether the contractor has the specialized skills this type of work demands.
Requests Full Payment Upfront
A reasonable payment structure for bathroom remodeling involves a deposit at signing (typically one-third), a progress payment at a defined milestone (after rough-in or waterproofing), and a final payment upon completion and walkthrough. A contractor who requests full payment before work begins offers you no leverage if problems arise.
Bathroom Contracting Services
Complete renovations with tile, fixtures, vanities, and finish carpentry.
Waterproofed shower rebuilds with tile, glass, and fixture coordination.
Custom layouts, premium finishes, and build planning for one-of-a-kind baths.
Bathroom Contractor FAQ
Yes. Water & Stone Bathroom Remodeling operates as Handiwork Contracting LLC. We carry general liability insurance that protects your property during construction. Texas does not require a statewide contractor's license for bathroom remodeling, but we are fully insured, legally registered, and compliant with all applicable local requirements in Fort Worth, Arlington, and the surrounding DFW area.
Our schedule varies seasonally. Spring through fall is our busiest period in DFW — during peak season, we typically book 3 to 6 weeks out. Winter months may have shorter lead times. We recommend reaching out as early as possible, especially for larger projects, so we can schedule the consultation, finalize materials, and coordinate start dates around both your timeline and material availability.
Yes. We stand behind our workmanship. Our warranty covers installation defects including tile bond failure, grout cracking from improper installation (not normal settling), and waterproofing failures. Material warranties are provided by the respective manufacturers (Schluter, tile manufacturers, fixture brands). The specific warranty terms are included in your project agreement before work begins.
Yes, when permits are required. Not every bathroom remodel needs a permit — cosmetic updates (tile replacement, vanity swap, fixture changes) typically do not require permits in Fort Worth or Arlington. However, projects that involve plumbing relocation, electrical modifications, or structural changes may require permits and inspections. We determine permit requirements during the planning phase and handle all paperwork and inspection coordination when applicable.
Bathroom Contractor Serving DFW
Based in Arlington, we provide professional bathroom contracting throughout the western DFW corridor.
Talk Through Your Bathroom Scope With Water & Stone
Schedule a free in-home consultation. We will assess your space, discuss your goals, and provide a detailed, itemized estimate with no obligation.