"We are 100% happy with the work done. They did a total tear out of our old bathroom (including old tile floor) and installed all new. Our installer, Clay Pope did a fantastic job. He was very efficient and meticulous about everything he did and he was also very conscientious about keeping the surrounding areas in the house free of excessive dust. I've had several remodels jobs in the past but this was definitely our best experience."
"They got the job done right and clean. The price was way more than what it should?ve cost. Cost me an arm and a leg. They stay on you like leeches, you?ll have multiple sales men coming to your house. Crazy operation."
"The summer of 2018, we were extraordinarily fortunate to work with the 50-year-old, second generation Santa Fe firm of Babcock Construction known for their expertise in new construction and renovation. We had the benefit of all the Babcock principals of which there are three, the patriarch Joe, who founded the firm in 1968 and his two sons, Richard and Steve each with 45 and 40 years’ experience respectively. All three bring particular specialties, perspectives and gifts to any job. On the team were their long standing first rate sub-contractors: tile setter, electrician, plumber, painter plus their in house carpenters. Our expectations were high, since both of us have backgrounds in new construction, renovation and historic preservation. The job consisted of renovating our Tesuque, NM 3000 sq.’ adobe style stucco house with the work on the garden scheduled for next spring. The three qualities that were present throughout are on-time completion at every stage of the project and attention to a very high level of detail on all aspects of the job. Of equal importance on the job is their overarching belief in solutions, not problems, which dictated each day’s outcome throughout the two and a half months. Other qualities that the three brought were attentive listening and a high degree of collaboration with each other and the clients. This project was a complete success and a pleasurable collaboration also filled with moments of humor and kindness. We recommend them very highly for anything needed done on a house."
For 25 years, Albuquerque homeowners have trusted Full Measure Kitchen\n& Bath with their bathroom remodels — walk-in showers, tub-to-shower\nconversions, full renovations, custom tile, vanities, and aging-in-place\ndesigns.\n\nWe're a licensed (NM GB-98 #370627), locally owned, family-run team. We\nmanage your project end to end — design, permitting, and engineering —\nso you have one accountable point of contact from first measurement to\nfinal walkthrough.\n\nWe build to your budget and your vision, put a clear written estimate in\nyour hands up front, and back our work with a 2-year craftsmanship\nwarranty plus manufacturer's limited lifetime coverage on most products.\nNo pressure, no surprise change orders.\n\nReady to start? Call today for a free in-home consultation and estimate.
"The owner, Saul, and his crew were professional, courteous, informative, and friendly. They completed the Spanish tile roofing repairs and installation of new gutters efficiently and timely. I appreciated their "can do and fix it" attitudes!"
"I was impressed by the professionalism and expertise of Zia Restoration and Remodeling. We negotiated a work schedule and they performed according to the schedule as expected. Work was high quality. The work area was kept clean and well organized daily. Communication was timely and responsive. I am very satisified with the outcome and would definitely work with this team of professionals again."
"Poulin Design Remodeling is amazing! They are professionals who are personable and helpful every step of the way with one-stop shopping. The experts there guide the customer through the whole process to make sure everything comes out just right."
"The quality of work is phenomenal. Amazing customer service. My kitchen needed a good upgrade and I could not be more pleased with the end result. Hiring KRCS Construction was the best decision I ever made. I never want to leave my kitchen it came out so beautiful. Kevin made is so so easy and stress free. I will definitely recommend to everyone I know, as well as hire this company again when its time to finish the master bathroom!"
Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel questions, answered by experts
To make a bathroom look bigger, choose light-colored, medium- to large-format tiles. Light colors such as white, cream, or light gray make a space feel more open, while dark colors, busy patterns, and small tiles can make a bathroom feel smaller. It may seem counterintuitive, but small tiles can shrink a room visually due to the increased number of grout lines. Using medium- to large-format tiles creates a more seamless look. For the best effect, pair your light-colored tiles with a matching or similarly colored grout. This minimizes the grid-like pattern and gives the floor and walls a more continuous, uninterrupted appearance, helping the room feel significantly larger.
Adding another bathroom isn’t the most complicated project you can undertake, but it’s in the top 5%. Anything involving plumbing and electrical work should be handed off to a pro, and adding a half bath involves both. A contractor may charge $70to$120 an hour for labor, but chances are they can work much faster and more accurately than a DIYer.
The order of your bathroom renovation should prevent damage to the completed work. Start with demolition and removing the old fixtures. Then, address structural repairs or water damage, if needed. Next, tackle the rough-in phase for plumbing and electrical work, install waterproofing, and work on wall treatments like tile or paint. Install your shower or bathtub, toilet, vanity, and sink. Flooring goes in after major fixtures but before the toilet. Lastly, install new lighting fixtures, mirrors, and other finishing touches as desired.
In general, the term powder room refers to the same thing as the term half bath and describes a bathroom with a toilet and a sink. Usually, the official term used in real estate listings is a powder room, but the two terms are interchangeable.
Whether you should buy a shower stall or build a shower depends on your needs, budget, and overall shower design preferences. Prefabricated shower stalls are less expensive to buy and install than custom showers, but they come in limited styles, colors, and sizes. If you have a unique or specific design in mind or special requirements like accessibility features, hire a professional shower contractor. Custom showers installed by a pro can also last longer than prefabricated shower stalls.
The La Cienga, NM homeowners’ guide to kitchen and bathroom remodels
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Remodeling your bathroom can add significant value to your home. Your bathroom remodel cost will depend on size, fixtures, materials, labor, and other factors.
Looking to update your bathroom? Check out our bathroom remodel checklist to learn what steps you should follow to get the job done with minimal stress.
Planning a bathroom remodel? Learn everything you need to know about bathroom remodeling costs, urgent warning signs, and how to hire the right local pro.
