Licensed & Insured · MD #113079 · Proudly serving Severn, MD
Bathroom Remodeling Severn, MD
Bathroom remodeling done carefully — waterproofed right, tiled right, and finished so it lasts.
Escobar Construction handles full bathroom remodels across Anne Arundel County and the greater DMV — demo, plumbing, tile, fixtures, and clean finish work. Maryland-licensed since 2017, 5.0 stars on Google, and Eddy runs every job personally. Free estimates with no obligation.
Escobar Construction is headquartered right here in Severn — owner Eddy Escobar has been working on homes in this community since 2017. When you call us, you're not waiting on a dispatcher two counties away; we're your neighbors, and we treat your home like one.
What's included
- ✓Full demo and haul-away of existing tile, fixtures, and drywall
- ✓Plumbing updates — supply lines, drain rough-in, shut-offs
- ✓Waterproofing membrane installation in wet areas
- ✓Tile installation — floors, walls, and custom shower surrounds
- ✓Vanity, toilet, and fixture installation
- ✓Lighting, mirror, and exhaust fan installation
- ✓Paint and finish work
- ✓Final walkthrough and punch-list with you before job close
What happens during a bathroom remodel
Demo is the first step and often the most revealing one. Once the tile and drywall come down, we get a clear look at the plumbing connections, the condition of the subfloor, and whether the existing waterproofing was done correctly. Older bathrooms in Anne Arundel County homes frequently show water intrusion behind tile that the homeowner never knew was there. We document what we find and walk you through it before proceeding.
After the rough work — plumbing updated, any structural changes made, cement board or waterproofing membrane installed — tile goes in next, then fixtures. Sequence matters: doing it out of order means pulling finished work to get behind it. Our crew runs the job in the right order and doesn't rush the waterproofing step, which is where corners most often get cut.
Scope decisions and what drives cost
Layout changes are the biggest cost variable in a bathroom remodel. If the toilet, tub, and vanity stay in their current positions, the project is straightforward. Moving a drain or the toilet flange means opening the floor and possibly the ceiling below — that adds meaningful scope. Most homeowners get more value from upgraded finishes in the existing layout than from moving plumbing.
Tile selection affects both cost and labor time. Large-format tiles (24x24 or bigger) require a flatter substrate and more precision during installation. Mosaic floors need more grout work. Neither is wrong — they just have different labor profiles. We walk through the material choices with you so the tile you love is also the tile that fits your timeline and budget.
Waterproofing, ventilation, and code in Maryland
Maryland requires exhaust ventilation in bathrooms without operable windows, and Anne Arundel County enforces this through the building permit and inspection process. If your bathroom has an existing fan that's undersized or vented into the attic instead of outside, a remodel is the right time to fix it. Mold problems in Maryland bathrooms are almost always a ventilation or waterproofing failure — fixing those properly is worth more long-term than any finish upgrade.
For shower and tub surrounds, we use a membrane-based waterproofing system behind the tile — not just cement board. It's the standard that building inspectors in Anne Arundel County look for on inspected projects and the reason a properly waterproofed shower lasts decades instead of a few years. It costs a little more to do it right, but it's the difference that matters.
Working on homes in Severn
Severn's housing mix runs the full range — established single-family neighborhoods like The Provinces and Sandridge, newer master-planned communities such as Arundel Forest, and a solid core of townhome developments popular with Fort Meade and NSA families. That variety means our crews handle everything from updating a 1980s split-level kitchen to installing LVP flooring in a newer townhome built in the 2010s.
Homes here are well-kept but they age like any house does — tile grout cracks, water heaters turn fifteen years old, bathrooms start feeling tired. Because we're local, we can often schedule an estimate faster and get work started sooner than contractors who drive in from outside the county.
Permits and inspections in Anne Arundel County
Most structural changes, plumbing moves, new electrical circuits, or HVAC work in Anne Arundel County require a building permit. As of December 2025, the county moved to online-only permit submissions through its LUN System, and new fire-code amendments took effect in May 2026. Cosmetic updates — flooring, paint, swapping fixtures in the same location — typically don't require a permit, but the line can be less obvious than it sounds.
As a Maryland-licensed contractor (MD #113079), Escobar Construction handles the permit process as part of the job. We pull the permits, schedule the inspections, and make sure the work is code-compliant before we call it finished. You don't have to navigate county paperwork on your own.
Areas we serve near Severn
The Provinces · Sandridge · Severn Woods · Graham Farm · Arundel Forest · Gambrills · Hanover · Millersville
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to remodel my bathroom in Anne Arundel County?+
Any bathroom remodel that involves plumbing changes or electrical work requires a building permit in Anne Arundel County. As a Maryland-licensed contractor, we handle the permit application and schedule inspections as part of the project. A cosmetic refresh — new vanity top, paint, hardware — typically doesn't require a permit, but we confirm the scope before starting.
How long does a full bathroom remodel take?+
Most full bathroom remodels run one to three weeks depending on size, scope, and whether any surprises surface behind the walls. We give you a realistic schedule before we start and communicate immediately if something changes the timeline. We don't pad estimates to make ourselves look good — we give you the honest range.
Can you just replace the tub with a walk-in shower?+
Yes, tub-to-shower conversions are one of the more common jobs we do. The drain position usually stays the same, but the plumbing connection and tile scope change. If you're converting the only tub in the house, it's worth considering resale impact — some buyers with young children specifically want a tub. We'll note it, but the decision is yours.
Does Escobar Construction serve all of Severn, or just certain areas?+
We serve all of Severn and the surrounding Anne Arundel County communities — including Gambrills, Hanover, and Millersville. If you're unsure whether we reach your address, call us or request a free estimate and we'll confirm right away.
Get your free estimate
Tell us about your project — Eddy personally replies, usually within one business day.