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Bathroom Remodeling in Des Moines, IA

Compare 5 local bathroom remodeling pros. Typical service: $8104–$25325.

Top Bathroom Remodeling Companies in Des Moines

  1. 1.Premier Construction Services

    4.6★ (127 reviews)

    4.6★ from 127 reviews

    +15156694905Website

  2. 2.Aim Kitchen & Bath

    4.9★ (63 reviews)

    4.9★ from 63 reviews

    +15153299805Website

  3. 3.Hartman Construction & Remodeling

    4.8★ (31 reviews)

    4.8★ from 31 reviews

    +15152781866Website

  4. 4.Prestige Kitchen & Bath

    4.8★ (19 reviews)

    4.8★ from 19 reviews

    +15158296981Website

  5. 5.C H Home Improvements, Inc.

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +15158658929

Bathroom Remodeling Cost in Des Moines

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Des Moines
Full bathroom remodel$8,104–$25,325/job
Half bath update$3,545–$8,104/job
Tub-to-shower conversion$3,039–$10,130/job
Primary bathroom renovation$20,260–$50,650/job

Bathroom Remodeling prices in Des Moines run about 1% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Des Moines, rated 4.8★ on average across 246 customer reviews.

Des Moines Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Des Moines's weather means for scheduling bathroom remodeling.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 16
Annual precipitation
36.02"
Heating degree days
6,203
Cooling degree days
1,068
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan14.3°31°1"
Feb18.8°36.1°1.28"
Mar29.7°49°2.3"
Apr41.1°62.3°3.86"
May52.2°72.4°4.74"
Jun62°81.6°4.94"
Jul66.8°85.7°4.47"
Aug64.8°83.8°4.13"
Sep55.2°76.1°3.05"
Oct43°63.1°2.64"
Nov30.5°47.9°2.19"
Dec18°34°1.42"

NOAA station data 3.47 miles from Des Moines.

Permits & Regulations in IA

  • Iowa has no painting license, but painters earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL
  • Building permits are handled by the city or county
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: Iowa contractor registration (over $2,000 a year in construction)

Sources: dial.iowa.gov, dial.iowa.gov, www.epa.gov

Bathroom Remodeling FAQs for Des Moines

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Des Moines?

A full bathroom remodel in Des Moines typically runs $8104-$25325, depending on size and finishes.

How many bathroom remodelers serve Des Moines?

We track 5 bathroom remodeling companies serving Des Moines.

Do I need a permit to remodel a bathroom in Des Moines, IA?

In IA, Iowa has no painting license, but painters earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL. Moving plumbing or adding circuits in a Des Moines bathroom generally needs a permit.

Is bathroom remodeling in Des Moines more expensive than average?

Bathroom remodeling labor in Des Moines runs about +1.3% versus the national average.

Is a tub-to-shower conversion cheaper than a full remodel in Des Moines?

Usually: a conversion replaces one fixture, while a full Des Moines bathroom remodel at $8104-$25325 replaces everything.

Does a bathroom remodeler in IA need a license?

In IA, Iowa has no painting license, but painters earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL. Plumbing and electrical work in a Des Moines bathroom needs the licensed trades regardless.

How do Des Moines winters affect bathroom remodels?

With lows near 14F in Des Moines, bathroom plumbing on exterior walls needs insulation, and a remodel is the time to add it.

How many quotes should I get for a bathroom remodel in Des Moines?

Three is typical, and with 5 bathroom remodelers serving Des Moines that is realistic; compare what each quote includes, not just the total.