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Bathroom Remodeling in Riverwoods, IL

Delta Remodels is a design-build bathroom remodeling contractor in Riverwoods, Illinois. We handle layout, tile, showers, vanities, waterproofing, permits and construction as one project, designed for Contemporary and Ranch homes where the existing bathroom no longer matches how the household actually starts and ends the day.

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Licensed and insured. Family owned since 1987.

4.9 Google rating, 72 reviews
3-Year Workmanship warranty
39+ years On the North Shore since 1987
500+ Projects completed

Overview

What a bathroom remodel in Riverwoods includes

Delta - Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling is a Lake Forest-based design-build firm serving the North Shore and nearby Chicagoland. In Riverwoods we remodel bathrooms in Contemporary homes, scoping each project to the home and finish level after an in-home visit.

Good bathroom design in Riverwoods starts with the architecture and the existing room. Local projects often start with this condition: Primary and hall bathrooms often need cleaner storage, better ventilation, and shower upgrades that fit a quiet wooded-home aesthetic. We decide what to keep, what to rebuild, and where to add light, storage, waterproofing, and material weight that fits the rest of the house.

Typical project
Full design-build bathroom remodel
Architecture
Contemporary, Ranch, Mid-Century
Typical housing era
1950s-1990s
County
Lake County
Permit authority
Village of Riverwoods Building Department

Investment

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Riverwoods?

ScopeInvestmentBest when
Refresh $18K–$32K Same footprint, vanity and fixture replacement, new tile in the wet zone. No structural or plumbing relocation.
Full bathroom remodel $32K–$60K New layout, custom vanity, walk-in shower or freestanding tub, full tile work, plumbing relocation, ventilation, lighting design.
Primary suite renovation $60K–$120K+ Combined primary bath plus walk-in closet build, structural changes, premium tile and stone, integrated lighting, heated floors. Estate-scale work.

Cosmetic refresh

  • Finish and fixture updates within the existing layout

Generally excludes: Fixture relocation and full waterproofing rebuilds.

Full remodel

  • Vanity
  • Tile shower
  • Fixtures
  • Waterproofing
  • Lighting

Generally excludes: Major suite expansion and extensive plumbing relocation.

Primary suite / luxury

  • Premium finishes
  • Expanded shower or tub
  • Custom details

Generally excludes: Unforeseen remediation outside the approved scope.

These ranges are for early planning. Final pricing follows the approved design, material selections, existing conditions, mechanical and structural work, permits and confirmed scope. You receive a written fixed-price proposal before construction begins.

Schedule

How long does a bathroom remodel take in Riverwoods?

Construction timing depends on the scope, the structural work involved, permit review and material lead times.

Custom cabinetry, stone and specialty tile carry the longest lead times. Delta confirms product availability before construction is scheduled, so the project does not stall mid build waiting on materials.

Design and selections
Before construction begins
Construction
3–6 weeks
Design through completion
5–12 weeks
Fixed price issued
After design and selections are approved

What we build

Bathroom Remodeling features we design and build in Riverwoods

Every bathroom remodel is planned as one integrated project rather than a sequence of separate trades.

Walk-in showers

Glass panel and enclosed walk-in showers with tiled benches, niches, rainshower heads, body spray jets and thermostatic valve control panels.

Curbless and roll-in showers

Level-entry shower bases with linear drains and large format tile, built for both spa design and long-term accessibility.

Custom vanities and storage

Built-in and his and hers vanity millwork, integrated quartz and quartzite countertops, tall linen cabinets and LED medicine cabinets.

Brushed gold fixtures

Our most requested finish. Brushed gold and brass faucets, pulls, shower trim and sconces specified as one coordinated palette.

Heated floors

Underfloor heating coordinated with tile substrate, thermostat placement and electrical capacity before the layout is finalized.

Jacuzzi and soaking tubs

Freestanding soaking tubs, drop-in hydromassage and jacuzzi installations, with joist capacity confirmed before specification.

Primary bathroom remodels

Full primary suite planning that coordinates the bathroom with the closet, dressing area and laundry as one scope.

Spa bathrooms

Shower steamer systems, three-head shower layouts, backlit 60 inch LED mirrors, skylights and layered lighting design.

Accessible bathrooms in Riverwoods

Wheelchair-accessible layouts, primary-to-accessible conversions, grab bars and barrier-free design that still reads as a designer bathroom.

Riverwoods specifics

What makes bathroom remodeling in Riverwoods different

Custom single-family homes on wooded lots and winding residential streets

Worth planning for

Primary suite layout no longer serves the household

Estate bathrooms in Riverwoods with enough square footage often still have tub-heavy layouts, undersized showers, and inadequate storage for daily use. A remodel rethinks the plan first, and the finishes follow from it.

Worth planning for

Multiple bathrooms need coordinated finish direction

When the primary bath, guest bath, and hall bath are each from different renovation decades, the home starts to feel inconsistent. A planned sequence brings the finish language together.

Worth planning for

Shower and soaking tub no longer both earn floor space

Most households use the shower every day and the soaking tub rarely. A remodel is the moment to assess which earns the floor space and plan the primary bath around that answer.

Worth planning for

Ventilation and waterproofing issues have recurred

Persistent moisture, grout failure, or fan noise in a Riverwoods bathroom usually means the waterproofing, substrate, or ventilation needs a full rebuild rather than a surface repair.

Delta has designed and built across the North Shore since 1987. See everything we build in this city on the Riverwoods service area page.

What happens next

What happens after you request an estimate

Phase 1

Consultation and home assessment

We visit your Riverwoods home, look at how the space functions today, discuss priorities and establish an initial investment range for the bathroom remodel.

Phase 2

Design and material selections

Layout, cabinetry, tile, flooring, fixtures, lighting and finishes are coordinated as one specification. Renderings let you see proportions and materials before construction begins.

Phase 3

Fixed pricing and project preparation

Once design and selections are approved you receive a written fixed-price proposal based on the confirmed scope. We coordinate permits with Village of Riverwoods Building Department, order materials, confirm lead times and schedule the trades.

Phase 4

Construction and final walkthrough

A dedicated project manager coordinates demolition, the trades, inspections, quality control, the punch list and the final walkthrough.

FAQ

Bathroom Remodeling in Riverwoods: common questions

How long does a bathroom remodel take in Riverwoods?

The current planning range for bathroom remodeling in Riverwoods is 3–6 weeks for construction and 5–12 weeks from design through completion. An expanded primary suite, structural work, or custom tile can require a longer project schedule. The project schedule is confirmed after design, selections, and scope are defined.

What does a bathroom remodel in Riverwoods typically cost?

Riverwoods bathroom remodels are priced after an in-home visit. Cost depends on tile coverage, plumbing relocation, shower design, and finish level.

Do you handle permits for bathroom work in Riverwoods?

Yes. Village of Riverwoods Building Department, 300 Portwine Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015 (bldg@riverwoods.gov). Office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We submit the permit set, coordinate inspections, and close out the project so homeowners never deal with the building department directly.

Can you preserve original details in a Riverwoods bathroom?

When original tile, millwork, or fixtures in a 1950s-1990s Riverwoods home still belong in the room, we plan the remodel around them. When they do not, we source period-appropriate replacements that read as part of the house rather than a generic upgrade.

Reviews

What homeowners say

Reviews from our Google Business Profile.

4.9from 72 Google reviews

We recently finished having our master bathroom gutted and fully remodeled by Delta, and it turned out beautifully! I was very impressed with Kasia and her team from the very moment we got in touch with them. We got multiple bids for the project, and their pricing was extremely competitive. Kasia was very responsive throughout the entire process as well - answering questions over e-mail, text, or phone calls. Although the remodel did take longer than predicted, it was delayed due to reasons outside of anyone's control... and Kasia always kept us well informed about what was happening so we never felt like we were in the dark. My wife has pretty bad allergies that get particularly agitated by dust, and the Delta team took extra care to protect our house from any construction dust. They put up two layers of zipper-opened floor to ceiling plastic sheets to isolate the bathroom, cleaned up after themselves every single day, and - as a result - my wife's allergies never flared up once over the entire project. I was also really happy with how flexible they were. As the remodel was progressing, my wife and I sometimes wanted to make small changes that Kasia and her team were happy to accommodate. Many of these changes were done without any extra charges, and those changes that did incur an extra cost (like installing new electrical outlets) were priced fairly. In the end, my wife and I are thrilled with how our new bathroom turned out. We plan to use Delta for our future remodeling projects and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

Keith Kaminski

Another amazing project complete! We are beyond pleased with Delta! They are professional, thorough, and passionate.

Erica Hornthal

Friendly, efficient, adaptable; delivered as promised. Would recommend.

Mark Van Clay

I am very satisfied with the work that Delta did for my primary bathroom renovation. The contractors were very efficient and I was impressed with the care they took to protect my home while they worked, such as placing tarps over surfaces that they would be working around. Communication with them was great, I was able to get questions answered fast over text message or phone call. My project was completed in a timely manner and I have been enjoying the work they did very much! I would definitely be open to working with them again for additional for projects.

Stephen Burbick

Delta remodeled our master bathroom. The project was complex and involved moving the toilet, shower, removing a soaking tub, and replacing all the surfaces and cabinets. Delta did a fantastic job in an unusual room with lots of custom work. The project was completed a year ago and still looks great. Even better, Delta stands by their work. Several months after our bathroom project was completed, we had leaking in another area of our home which we thought could be connected to the bathroom work. The plumbing issue ended up being unrelated. However, when the leaking started, we called Delta for help. Two Delta folks were at our house within the hour to figure out what the problem was and help us get it solved. I was very impressed that they were so concerned in making sure their work was lasting and that we were happy with the new bathroom. We ended up hiring them to fix the additional plumbing issue because we knew they would do a good job.

Melissa Meagher

Super impressed with their work! Our living space feels brand new. The crew was efficient, respectful, and paid attention to every detail. Highly recommend for any remodeling needs.

Gloria Sykes

Our kitchen is now a dream come true! The remodeling team brought our vision to life with care and attention to detail. Thank you for turning our dream into reality!

David Beecham

The level of work was top notch it was very home filling for the entire family I can't thank them enough

Willie Jones

We're thrilled with the outcome of our bathroom remodel. The quality of work exceeded our expectations, and the team was fantastic to wock with. Thank you for Making it happen .

Honey Bunch

The transformation of our kitchen was amazing! The team was skilled and attentive to our needs. Highly recommend! Thank you for such great work!

Stefani Mexin

Love our new kitchen! It was a huge project, but everything came together so well. The team was professional, and we couldn't be happier!!!!

Savannah Coffin

The team did a great job with our kitchen remodel. They really helped us visualize the changes and delivered exactly what we wanted.

Danielle Saladino

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Before and after

Riverwoods bathroom remodels, before and after

The same rooms, photographed before demolition and after the final walkthrough.

Before Riverwoods Bathroom Remodel with Curbless Shower, Dual Vanities and Skylight in Riverwoods, Illinois, before remodeling
After Riverwoods Bathroom Remodel with Curbless Shower, Dual Vanities and Skylight in Riverwoods, Illinois, after remodeling

Riverwoods Bathroom Remodel with Curbless Shower, Dual Vanities and Skylight

Curbless walk-in shower, dual vanity areas, clear glass panel, herringbone floor tile and a skylight above the shower.

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