Bathroom remodeling in South Portland, Maine

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A Design-Build Approach Built for South portland bathrooms

From a powder room refresh to a full primary suite rebuild, bathroom projects carry more hidden complexity than their square footage suggests — waterproofing, ventilation, and plumbing routing all have to work together. JW Design | Build manages that complexity as one team, from initial design through final tile.

What's Included

Bathrooms are unforgiving of surprises — a moved drain line or an underspec'd exhaust fan can stall a project for weeks if design and construction aren't talking to each other. Keeping both under one roof means problems get caught at the design stage, not mid-demo.

  • Layout design, including universal-design and aging-in-place options from our CAPS-certified (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) team membersLayout and design development, including 3D visualization of cabinetry and finishes
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  • Waterproofing, tile, and fixture selection with in-house design supportCabinetry, countertops, and hardware selection with in-house design support
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  • Ventilation and plumbing coordinationElectrical and plumbing coordination for relocated fixtures, islands, or appliance upgrades
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  • Permitting and inspections coordinated with the City of South PortlandPermitting and inspections coordinated with the Town of Cape Elizabeth
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  • Full construction management through final walkthrough
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Our Process

Consultation
walk the space, talk through goals and rough budget range
Design & Selections
layout, tile, fixtures, fixed scope and price
Permitting
we file and manage inspections
Construction & Walkthrough
building, weekly updates, final punch list
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Serving South Portland and Nearby Communities

Alongside South Portland, our design-build team also works in Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, and Falmouth. See our Cape Elizabeth kitchen renovation page and Scarborough interior renovation page for examples of the same process in neighboring towns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a bathroom remodel take? A full bathroom remodel typically runs 4–8 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough. Powder rooms and smaller updates run shorter.

‍Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in South Portland? Projects involving plumbing relocation, electrical work, or structural changes typically require a permit. We handle filing and inspections as part of the project.

Can you design for aging in place? Yes. Our team includes CAPS-certified members, trained Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists, who design for safety and accessibility from day one. Curbless showers, grab-bar blocking, and wider doorways can be built in from the start without looking clinical.

OUR TEAM

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Steve W.
OWNER
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ERIC J.
OWNER
Travis B.
PRESIDENT
Ken B.
Sales Manager
JOSH W.
RENOVATION SPECIALIST
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DAROLD S.
Project MANAGER
NATE M.
DRAFTING
CAM G.
LEAD CARPENTER
Jacob G.
LEAD CARPENTER
MATT P.
CARPENTER
GABE P.
CARPENTER
CASEY G.
CARPENTER
CODY D.
CARPENTER

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WORK

Looking for design inspiration for your renovation, unfinished space, addition, or new home? Check out examples of our projects to start your creative engine.

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I wholeheartedly recommend JW Design Build for any homeowner who is looking for a real partner in their construction project.
SETH R.
Portland