The bathroom in your Scarborough home has not been touched since the house was built. The tub surround is the original tile from 1981 — yellowed grout, a showerhead that barely reaches shoulder height, and a vanity that offers two small drawers. You want a bathroom that works for how you actually use it, installed by a contractor who shows up on time and does not add a travel charge to reach Birchcliff or Guildwood. GoGajic Construction renovates bathrooms throughout Scarborough with a full in-house crew, same-week estimates, and a 5-year warranty on all work.
Why Scarborough Homeowners Choose GoGajic for Bathroom Renovations
GoGajic serves Scarborough as a primary market — not as an out-of-area project picked up when the schedule allows. Our crew works regularly in Birchcliff, Agincourt, Wexford, Cliffside, and the Bluffs. No travel surcharge. No waiting three weeks for a site visit.
What Scarborough homeowners consistently tell us after booking:
- The estimate was real. GoGajic’s written quotes hold. The number you see at the estimate is the number on the invoice — absent genuine scope changes requested by the homeowner.
- No travel charge. Scarborough projects are priced on scope, not distance from downtown.
- The waterproofing was done properly. GoGajic uses proper membrane waterproofing systems on every tiled surface — not tar paper and wishful thinking. In Scarborough’s older homes, this matters more than it does in new construction.
- 5-year warranty on all work. Every bathroom renovation GoGajic completes in Scarborough is warranted for 5 years on labour and installed materials.
For detailed information on bathroom renovation services in Toronto, including what each budget tier covers, the service page has the full breakdown.
How GoGajic Handles Bathroom Renovations in Scarborough Homes
Scarborough’s housing stock presents specific conditions that GoGajic’s crew is experienced with. Post-war bungalows along Kingston Road and Cliffside typically have cast-iron tubs embedded in tile surrounds that require full demolition — not just resurfacing. Homes from the 1960s and 1970s in Wexford and Agincourt often have original copper plumbing that is functional but benefits from updated valve bodies and shower mixing valves during a renovation.
Step 1 — Site assessment. GoGajic visits the property and assesses the existing bathroom: plumbing configuration, subfloor condition, moisture damage behind the existing surround, and ventilation. In Scarborough homes, the subfloor under the tub is frequently soft from years of minor water infiltration around the tub seal. Identifying this before demo prevents mid-project surprises.
Step 2 — Written estimate. A written, itemized estimate is delivered within 3 business days of the site visit. GoGajic does not quote by phone or ballpark — every estimate is based on a physical assessment of the existing bathroom.
Step 3 — Demolition and waterproofing. The existing tile and fixtures are removed. GoGajic applies a full waterproofing membrane (Schluter Kerdi or equivalent) to all shower and wet area surfaces before any tile goes down. This step is non-negotiable on every GoGajic bathroom project.
Step 4 — Tile, fixtures, and finish. New tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures, lighting, and ventilation are installed in sequence. GoGajic manages the full installation — tile setter, plumber, electrician — as one coordinated scope.
Step 5 — Final walk-through. Every item is inspected before the project is considered complete. GoGajic does not release final payment until the homeowner confirms every detail is resolved.
Most Scarborough bathroom renovations fall between $18,000 and $35,000 for a full main bathroom rebuild. If your budget is in that range, book a free bathroom consultation and get a same-week site visit.
Bathroom Renovation Pricing for Scarborough Homeowners
Bathroom renovation costs in Scarborough are the same as Toronto-wide pricing. A powder room refresh runs $8,000–$15,000. A full main bathroom rebuild runs $18,000–$35,000. A master ensuite renovation runs $28,000–$55,000. For a detailed breakdown by bathroom type with real line-item cost tables, see the bathroom renovation cost guide for Toronto.
In Scarborough’s older homes, the most consistent cost add-on is subfloor replacement. A rotted or soft subfloor under a 1970s bathroom adds $800–$2,500 to the scope — GoGajic identifies and prices this before work begins.
Scarborough Neighbourhoods We Serve for Bathroom Renovations
GoGajic renovates bathrooms throughout Scarborough without travel surcharges. Our crew works regularly in:
- Birchcliff and Cliffside — 1950s and 1960s homes with original cast-iron tubs and tile surrounds, high demand for full tub removal and walk-in shower conversions
- Scarborough Bluffs and Guildwood — mix of older detached and newer builds, varied scope from cosmetic to full rebuilds
- Agincourt and Tam O’Shanter — 1970s detached, frequent ensuite additions and main bath rebuilds
- Wexford and Maryvale — post-war bungalows, one-bathroom homes where the single bathroom renovation is a high-priority project
- Malvern and Lawrence East corridor — 1980s builds, frequent cosmetic updates and fixture replacements
- West Hill and Port Union — bungalows and newer builds along the lake corridor
What Scarborough Homeowners Ask Before Booking a Bathroom Renovation
My Scarborough bathroom has the original 1975 tile. Do I need to remove everything, or can it be tiled over?
In most cases, GoGajic recommends full removal rather than tiling over existing tile. Tiling over existing surfaces adds weight the subfloor may not support, does not allow inspection of the waterproofing layer beneath, and frequently results in hollow spots and cracking within 3–5 years. Full demolition to the studs allows proper moisture barrier installation and a result that lasts 20–30 years instead of 5–10. GoGajic does not tile over existing tile as a standard practice.
Does GoGajic do tub-to-shower conversions in Scarborough?
Yes — tub-to-shower conversions are one of the most common bathroom projects GoGajic completes in Scarborough. The conversion involves removing the existing tub and surround, waterproofing the full shower area, installing a custom tile shower with a built-in bench and niche, and adding a frameless glass enclosure or curtain rod setup depending on the homeowner’s preference. Cost for a tub-to-shower conversion in Scarborough typically runs $3,500–$7,000 as a component within a larger bathroom renovation.
How long does a bathroom renovation take in a Scarborough home?
A full main bathroom renovation in Scarborough takes 3 to 5 weeks from demolition to final walk-through. If the project is a powder room, it runs 1 to 2 weeks. GoGajic provides a written timeline with every project agreement. Delays caused by unexpected subfloor damage are communicated immediately with a written change order and cost impact before any additional work is done.
GoGajic has renovated bathrooms in Scarborough homes ranging from Bluffs-area detached to Agincourt post-war bungalows. The 5-year warranty applies to every project regardless of neighbourhood or budget. Call 647-914-2150 or request a free bathroom estimate for your Scarborough home and get a same-week appointment.
Serving Birchcliff, Cliffside, Scarborough Bluffs, Agincourt, Wexford, Malvern, West Hill, and all Scarborough communities — no travel surcharges.