We remodel bathrooms in River Edge houses, condos and two-family homes. River Edge nearly tripled in size in the 1940s, from 3,287 people in 1940 to 9,204 in 1950, so many bathrooms here are about 75 years old and ready for new pipes, tile and fixtures.
River Edge owners often ask us for a tub to shower conversion, a tiled walk-in shower or a full update of a small hall bath. Our bathroom remodel cost guide covers what affects price.
We also serve neighboring Oradell and Hackensack.
A Postwar Town on the Hackensack River
River Edge took its name in 1930 from its spot along the Hackensack River. It is home to Historic New Bridge Landing and the Steuben House, where George Washington kept his headquarters for 16 days in 1780. Most homes are much newer than that. About 59 percent were built between 1940 and 1969. Bathrooms from those years usually have a tub and shower combo, a small vanity and tile set in mortar. Supply pipes in homes of that age are often galvanized steel, which narrows with rust over time and can leave you with a weak shower.
Two-Families, Condos and Smaller Homes
River Edge has more variety than many nearby towns. About 16 percent of homes are duplexes, converted homes or small apartment buildings, and about 8 percent are in larger apartment complexes. Around 14 percent of homes have one bedroom. In a two-family house, bathrooms often stack, so a remodel upstairs can affect the unit below, and water shutoffs need notice. In a condo, the building or association usually has its own rules for contractors, work hours and permits. We plan for these steps up front, so the job does not stall once it starts.
Water Heaters, Pipes and the Rest of the System
A bathroom remodel is a good time to look at the systems behind it. The River Edge Building Department lists replacing a hot water heater among the work that needs a building permit, so if yours is old or too small, it can be planned and permitted with the bathroom. A bigger shower, a rain head or a soaking tub can use more hot water than an older heater was sized for. We also look at shutoff valves, the drain line and the exhaust fan, since a new bathroom with an old fan can still end up with mold.
Permits in River Edge: Zoning Comes First
The River Edge Building Department states plainly that permits are required before any work starts, and that work must follow the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. Its page also says zoning review and approval is required before building permits are submitted for review, with no exceptions. The department checks that contractors are registered with the State of New Jersey before it issues a permit. Building, electrical, plumbing and fire inspections each have set hours. Check with the River Edge building department about your bathroom plans before you set a start date.
Bathroom Remodeling FAQ for River Edge
What does a small bathroom remodel cost in River Edge?
HomeGuide puts a 5x7 bathroom remodel at $4,200 to $9,600 nationally. Bergen County often runs higher. Replacing old galvanized pipes or a water heater at the same time will add to the total.
Do I need a permit to remodel a bathroom in River Edge?
Check with the River Edge building department. Its page says permits are required before any work starts and that zoning review comes before building permits are submitted, so call before you schedule anything.
Can you remodel a bathroom in a River Edge condo or two-family?
Yes. In a condo, get your association's rules for contractors and work hours first. In a two-family, plan water shutoffs with the other unit, since stacked bathrooms often share lines.
Should I replace my water heater when I remodel?
If it is old or will not keep up with a bigger shower or tub, it can make sense to do both at once. River Edge lists water heater replacement as permit work, so it can be planned with the bathroom.
Service area
Paramus and nearby Bergen County towns
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Bathroom Services
- Bathroom RemodelNew tile, vanity, lighting and fixtures, from small updates to a full gut.See bathroom remodel
Tub to ShowerSwap a tub you never use for an easy walk-in shower.See tub to shower
Walk-In ShowersLow curb or no curb, with options like a bench and a niche.See walk-in showers- Shower RemodelReplace an old stall or retile the shower you already have.See shower remodel
Senior SafetyGrab bars, curbless showers, benches and comfort-height toilets.See senior safety
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