The short answer
In Dallas-Fort Worth, a mid-range remodel of a full bathroom typically costs $7,550 to $23,500, a powder room $3,350 to $11,750 and a primary bath $16,800 to $50,400. Angi's Dallas average is $11,582. What matters most here is the shower: the waterproofing behind the tile and a fan that actually vents outdoors in a humid climate.
What a bathroom remodel costs in Dallas-Fort Worth
We take national cost data and apply the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers construction cost factor for Fort Worth, 0.84. A bathroom that costs $16,000 in an average US market comes to about $13,450 here.
| Job | Dallas–Fort Worth (typical range) | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Half bath (powder room) remodel | $3,350–$11,750 | $4,000–$14,000 |
| Full bathroom, cosmetic refresh | $4,550–$14,100 | $5,400–$16,800 |
| Full bathroom remodel, mid-range | $7,550–$23,500 | $9,000–$28,000 |
| Full bathroom, high-end | $11,350–$35,300 | $13,500–$42,000 |
| Primary bathroom remodel | $16,800–$50,400 | $20,000–$60,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $1,700–$10,100 | $2,000–$12,000 |
| Tile, installed | $8.5–$34/sq ft | $10–$40/sq ft |
| New toilet, installed | $295–$670 | $350–$800 |
| New faucet, installed | $100–$250 | $120–$300 |
Estimates for 2026, including labor and standard parts. Dallas–Fort Worth prices use the metro's construction cost factor of 0.84 (US average = 1.00) from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Area Cost Factors. Your quote depends on access, materials and the condition of the home.
Local data points the same way. Angi says a Dallas bathroom remodel averages $11,582, most owners pay between $6,380 and $17,216, and the cost runs $70 to $250 per square foot depending on the room and the finishes (Angi). The national 2025 Cost vs. Value report, which prices one defined mid-range job, puts a mid-range bath remodel in Dallas at $23,121 (Cost vs. Value 2025, Dallas).
Check your own numbers with the calculator below, or open the full bathroom calculator. Both use the rate for your ZIP code. National prices are in our bathroom remodeling cost guide.
Concrete slabs: what moving a drain costs here
Nearly every new home in this part of the country sits on a concrete slab. In 2024, 97.9% of new single-family homes started in the Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas census region were built on slabs (NAHB). The toilet flange and shower drain are set in that concrete. Moving either one means cutting a trench in the slab, rerouting the drain at the right slope and patching the floor before tile goes down. Keeping the toilet and shower drain where they are is the single easiest way to keep a Dallas bathroom budget in check. If the plumber finds old cast iron under the slab while it is open, our Dallas plumbing guide explains the repair options.
What else drives the budget
- The tub. Replacing a tub with a walk-in shower runs $1,700 to $10,100 in DFW, depending on whether it is a prefab base or a tiled shower with glass.
- Tile. Installed tile costs $8.50 to $34 per square foot here. A floor-to-ceiling shower uses far more than a tub surround.
- Glass. Any glass in or next to the shower must be safety glazing, and custom panels are measured only after the tile is set.
- Age of the house. In the City of Dallas, 46.1% of homes were built before 1980 (Census Bureau, ACS 2024). An older bath is more likely to need work behind the walls, and paint in a house built before 1978 calls for lead-safe methods.
- Trades. A full remodel brings in a licensed plumber and electrician, and Angi notes those specialists add to the cost of larger jobs.
Waterproofing and shower rules in Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas builds to the 2021 International Residential Code with local amendments, in force since May 12, 2023 (City of Dallas). Fort Worth also builds to the 2021 IRC with its own amendments, and other cities use an edition of the same model code, so check your city's version for small differences.
Size, walls and the shower floor
| Rule (2021 IRC) | What it means for your shower |
|---|---|
| P2708.1: at least 900 sq in of floor and 30 inches across | A 30 x 30 inch shower is the smallest allowed; grab bars and valves are not counted against it |
| P2708.1: hinged shower doors open outward | A door that swings in will fail inspection |
| R307.2: nonabsorbent walls to 6 feet above the floor | Tile, solid surface or panels to at least 72 inches over tubs with showerheads and in showers |
| P2709.2: a liner under site-built shower floors | Sheet membrane, hot mop or a bonded waterproof membrane under the tile floor |
| R308.4.5: safety glass near tubs and showers | Any glass with a bottom edge under 60 inches from the standing surface |
Sources: 2021 IRC chapter 27 and chapter 3.
Grout and tile are not waterproof on their own. In a tiled shower, some water soaks through, and the liner or membrane under the mortar bed catches it and sends it to the drain. When it is missing, torn or not turned up the walls far enough, water reaches the framing. Ask your remodeler which waterproofing system they use, and ask to see it before the tile goes on.
Valves and scalding
Every new shower and tub-shower valve has to be a pressure-balancing, thermostatic or combination valve, with a stop set so the water cannot exceed 120°F (IRC P2708.4). It keeps a toilet flush from turning the shower cold or scalding hot. If your remodel opens the shower wall, plan on a new valve that meets this rule.
Humidity and ventilation
North Texas summers are muggy. National Weather Service normals for DFW Airport show an average summer dew point of about 70 to 71°F and relative humidity of 80 to 87% around dawn (NWS Fort Worth). Bathroom steam has nowhere to go in that air unless a fan moves it outside.
The code gives a choice: a window of at least 3 square feet with half of it openable, or an exhaust fan with artificial light. If you rely on the fan, the exhaust must go directly to the outdoors (2021 IRC R303.3). A fan that dumps moist air into the attic does not meet that rule. Ask where the duct ends, and make sure the fan is sized for the room.
Water-saving fixture rules in Texas
Texas sets its own limits for fixtures sold in the state, in Health and Safety Code 372.002 (Texas Legislature):
| Fixture | Texas maximum |
|---|---|
| Toilet (sold since January 1, 2014) | 1.28 gallons per flush on average; dual-flush models average 1.28 over two short and one full flush |
| Showerhead | 2.5 gallons per minute |
| Bathroom faucet or aerator | 2.2 gallons per minute |
Any toilet you can buy new in a Texas store meets the rule, so the choice is about comfort height, bowl shape and how well it flushes. WaterSense-labeled fixtures qualify automatically.
Dallas Water Utilities customers with older toilets can get help paying for new ones. The New Throne for Your Home program gives free WaterSense high-efficiency toilets to customers who own their home and still have toilets installed before 1994, up to two per household. A rebate of up to $90 per toilet is offered instead if you buy your own, with a receipt no more than six months old. Installed toilets may be checked by an inspector (Save Dallas Water). Call the city's Water Conservation division at 214-670-3155 before you buy.
Planning for aging in place
A bathroom remodel is the cheapest time to make the room easier to use later. The 2025 Cost vs. Value report prices a universal design bath in Dallas at $35,974, compared with $23,121 for a standard mid-range bath (Cost vs. Value 2025, Dallas). You do not need the full package to get most of the benefit.
Features to ask about:
- A low-threshold or curbless shower. On a slab, a curbless shower means recessing the shower floor into the concrete, so decide early.
- Solid blocking in the walls for grab bars, even if you add the bars later.
- A handheld shower on a slide bar and a fold-down or built-in bench.
- A wider doorway and a door that swings out or slides.
- A comfort-height toilet.
- Lever handles and good lighting.
Do you need a permit?
Usually, once plumbing or wiring changes. Cosmetic work often needs nothing.
| City | No permit for | Permit for |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | Nonstructural interior remodeling that adds no floor area and changes no exterior windows or doors; fixing leaks without replacing pipes, valves or fixtures | New or moved plumbing, new circuits, structural changes |
| Arlington | Tiling, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work; pulling and resetting a toilet with no pipe changes | Bathroom remodels, wall removals |
| Fort Worth | Ask Development Services, 817-392-2222 | Plumbing and electrical work by a registered, state-licensed contractor |
Sources: City of Dallas FAQ, City of Arlington, Arlington exempt work, City of Fort Worth.
In Dallas, a remodel touching more than one trade carries a base fee of $181 per house for alterations, plus $100 for each additional trade and a $15 technology fee per document (Dallas fee guide).
Plumbing in Texas is licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Dallas points out that a plumbing contractor needs that license even when the work needs no permit. The one exception is the homestead rule: you may do your own plumbing in the home you own and live in, with permits and inspections still required (TSBPE_June2023.pdf)). Bathroom wiring goes through a TDLR-licensed electrician; see our Dallas electrician guide.
How long a bathroom remodel takes in DFW
HomeGuide puts a typical bathroom remodel at 3 to 8 weeks of work. Simple jobs can finish in 3 to 4 weeks, and large ones take 6 to 12 weeks or longer (HomeGuide).
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Design and ordering | Choose tile, vanity, glass and fixtures; custom glass is measured after tile |
| Permit | Plumber and electrician pull trade permits where required |
| Demolition | Old tile, tub and drywall out; subfloor and framing checked |
| Rough plumbing and electrical | Drains, valve, fan duct and circuits; rough inspection |
| Waterproofing | Liner or membrane installed and flood-tested |
| Tile and finishes | Tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures, glass |
| Final | Final inspection and punch list |
Is a bathroom remodel worth it in Dallas?
The 2025 Cost vs. Value report has Dallas-specific figures:
| Project | Dallas cost | Resale value | Recouped |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath remodel, midrange | $23,121 | $17,512 | 75.7% |
| Bath remodel, universal design | $35,974 | $20,939 | 58.2% |
| Bath remodel, upscale | $72,769 | $31,634 | 43.5% |
Source: Cost vs. Value 2025, Dallas. Nationally, a mid-range bath recouped 80%. In Dallas the mid-range job returns the highest share of its cost, and the upscale job the lowest. If you plan to stay for years, the payback at sale matters less than how the room works for you.
How to check a bathroom remodeler before you hire
Texas has no state license for remodelers, so check the people who do the licensed work.
- Ask who the plumber is and look up the license with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners.
- Ask who does the electrical work and look up the TDLR license.
- Confirm the remodeler is registered with your city if it pulls the permits. Dallas and Fort Worth both require registration.
- Get a certificate of liability insurance from the insurer.
- Ask which waterproofing system they use and whether they flood-test the shower pan.
- For a home built before 1978, ask whether the crew is EPA lead-safe certified (EPA).
- Get a written contract that lists the fixtures by model, the tile allowance, the glass, who pulls permits and a payment schedule tied to finished stages.
Every remodeler in the GOLDGCP network passes six-step vetting: license verification, an insurance check, a background and business check, a portfolio review, client reference calls and onboarding with a quality score. See how milestone payments work.
Areas we cover
GOLDGCP bathroom remodelers work across Dallas-Fort Worth:
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Plano
- Arlington
- Irving
- Frisco
- McKinney
- Denton
Enter your ZIP code to see bathroom prices in your neighborhood and get matched with remodelers nearby.
How GOLDGCP works
- Tell us about the bathroom: its size, what you want to change, and photos if you have them. Use the form, call or send a WhatsApp message.
- See prices for your ZIP code, then get matched with 3 vetted remodelers.
- Compare written estimates. Your remodeler handles permits and the licensed plumbing and electrical work.
- You pay the remodeler directly by milestone, for example after demolition, after waterproofing and after the final walkthrough, and follow the work in the client portal.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Dallas?
Angi's Dallas average is $11,582, with most owners paying $6,380 to $17,216. In our DFW figures, a mid-range full bathroom runs $7,550 to $23,500 and a primary bath $16,800 to $50,400. The 2025 Cost vs. Value report prices a fuller mid-range Dallas bath at $23,121.
Do I need a permit to remodel a bathroom in Dallas?
Not for nonstructural work that only replaces finishes. New or moved plumbing, new circuits and structural changes need permits. A licensed plumber is required for plumbing work even when no permit is needed, unless you do it yourself in your own homestead.
How much does it cost to turn a tub into a shower in Dallas-Fort Worth?
A tub-to-shower conversion runs about $1,700 to $10,100 in DFW. The low end is a prefabricated base and surround in the same spot. The high end is a tiled shower with glass, a new valve and a liner, or one that needs the drain moved in the slab.
What does a new shower need to pass inspection in Dallas?
At least 900 square inches of floor and 30 inches across, walls with a nonabsorbent surface to 6 feet, a liner under a tiled floor, an anti-scald valve limited to 120°F, safety glass near the shower and an outward-opening hinged door.
Can I get a free toilet in Dallas?
Possibly. Dallas Water Utilities customers who own their home and still have toilets installed before 1994 can apply for up to two free WaterSense toilets, or a rebate of up to $90 per toilet. Apply at SaveDallasWater.com or call 214-670-3155.
Does a bathroom fan have to vent outside in Texas?
If the fan is how the bathroom meets the ventilation rule, yes. The 2021 IRC that Dallas uses requires bathroom exhaust to go directly outdoors. A fan venting into the attic puts moist air where it can cause mold, which matters in DFW's humid summers.
Is a bathroom remodel worth it in Dallas?
The 2025 Cost vs. Value report says a mid-range Dallas bath remodel costs $23,121 and adds $17,512 in resale value, about 75.7% of its cost. Upscale remodels recoup less, about 43.5%.
How we calculate these prices
GOLDGCP starts from national price ranges for each job, taken from published 2026 cost guides and checked against local price guides where they exist. To get a local price, we multiply the national range by the construction cost factor for the metro from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Area Cost Factors (US average = 1.00). For ZIP codes outside the 50 largest metros, the calculator uses the state's price level from the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities. Ranges include labor and standard materials but not unusual site conditions, so a written quote after an inspection is always the final price.
Sources
- How much does a bathroom remodel cost? · HomeGuide
- How Much Does Bathroom Remodel Cost in Dallas, TX? · Angi
- 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Dallas, TX · JLC / Zonda
- 2021 International Residential Code, Chapter 27: Plumbing Fixtures · International Code Council
- Health and Safety Code Chapter 372: Environmental Performance Standards for Plumbing Fixtures · Texas Legislature
- New Throne for Your Home · Dallas Water Utilities
- Building Inspection FAQs · City of Dallas
- Plumbing License Law · Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
- Area Cost Factors, PAX Newsletter 3.2.1 (2024) · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Regional Price Parities by State · U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
About this guide
Written by the GOLDGCP editorial team. Prices come from national cost guides adjusted with official construction cost factors for Dallas–Fort Worth; rules and statistics come from the agencies and reports linked in the text. We update this page when prices or codes change.