The Project

The primary bathroom in this Garland-area home hadn’t been touched in over 15 years. Dated tile, worn-out fixtures, and a vanity that had seen better days made the space feel more like a burden than a retreat. The homeowners wanted a full transformation — something that felt luxurious and modern without being over the top.

Apex Point Services took the project from demo to delivery, handling every phase in-house: demolition, floor prep, tile installation, vanity and countertop installation, plumbing fixture upgrades, and a fresh coat of paint to tie it all together. Because we self-perform this work, the homeowners had one point of contact. There was no handoff between different contractors.

What We Did

Demolition and Subfloor Preparation

Demolition came first. The old tile was pulled, subfloor inspected and prepped, and the walls were readied for new substrate. In older Garland-area homes, subfloor prep is one of the most important steps in a bathroom remodel. It’s also the most commonly skipped. Moisture damage, soft spots, and unlevel areas are common in older homes. Addressing them before tiling is what separates a bathroom that lasts 20 years from one that cracks within two.

The double-vanity wall ran the full length of the room — nearly 12 feet of cabinet, counter, and tower storage — all of which had to be carefully removed without damaging the plumbing rough-in behind it. Our crew disconnected, capped, and labeled all supply and drain lines before demo. That kept the rough-in protected and ready for the new installation.

Tile Work — Floors and Shower Walls

We installed large-format subway tile on the shower walls using a level-and-plumb approach to ensure clean lines floor to ceiling. Large-format tile has fewer grout lines and creates a seamless, spa-like look. However, it requires precise layout and a flat substrate to avoid uneven joints. We back-buttered every tile and used a leveling system throughout to ensure a flawless finished surface.

The floors received porcelain tile in a warm neutral that complemented the quartz vanity countertops. We ran the floor tile from the vanity area through the shower threshold. This unified look made the bathroom feel larger. After curing, we sealed all grout joints to protect against moisture and staining — a finishing step that most contractors skip.

Vanity, Countertops, and Fixtures

We cut marble-look quartz countertops to length and installed them with undermount sinks, and we replaced all plumbing fixtures with brushed gold hardware for a cohesive, elevated feel. The new vanity was a custom-depth unit to maximize storage without reducing floor space. That detail mattered in a bathroom that needed to feel larger after the remodel.

Additionally, all faucets, shower heads, hand showers, and towel hardware were matched in brushed gold finish for a consistent look. Coordinating hardware across every fixture is what separates a quality remodel from a basic renovation. We plan for it at the start — not as an afterthought.

Paint, Lighting, and Final Details

While the vanity and tile work was underway, another crew member prepped and painted the ceiling and walls — using a semi-gloss for moisture resistance and a smooth, clean finish. We masked all light fixtures during painting and reinstalled them after. The new vanity light bar was a significant upgrade from the original builder-grade strip lights — adding a warmer, more intentional illumination that made the space feel finished.

Why Garland and Rowlett Homeowners Remodel Their Bathrooms

Many homes in Garland and Rowlett were built in the 1990s and early 2000s. That means their bathrooms are now 20 to 30 years old. Original builder tile, single-sink vanities, and outdated fixtures are common. Homeowners in these communities increasingly choose to remodel rather than sell, especially as home values in the area have risen and the cost-benefit math of a bathroom renovation makes more sense than moving.

In fact, a master bathroom renovation done well — with quality materials, proper waterproofing, and coordinated design — typically returns 60 to 70 cents on the dollar in added home value, in addition to the daily quality-of-life improvement for the people living there. Apex Point Services focuses on projects where our craftsmanship will be visible and used every day. A primary bath is exactly that kind of project.

The Results

What had been a tired, outdated bathroom became the centerpiece of the home’s master suite. As a result, the finished space featured matching flooring and tile, coordinated hardware throughout, a custom vanity build, and clean lines from floor to ceiling. The homeowners described it as feeling like a hotel — without having to leave home.

Additionally, the project was completed in under two weeks of active work — a fast but thorough pace that minimized the time the homeowners were without their primary bathroom. Furthermore, the project came in on budget, with all finishes selected and ordered prior to demo day so there were no material delays mid-project.

Services Used on This Project

• Full bathroom demolition and debris removal
• Subfloor inspection, repair, and moisture barrier installation
• Large-format shower wall tile installation
• Porcelain floor tile installation with grout sealing
• Custom vanity and quartz countertop installation
• Undermount sink and plumbing fixture installation
• Brushed gold hardware throughout
• Semi-gloss paint — walls and ceiling
• Vanity light bar and fixture installation

Have a bathroom in Garland, Rowlett, Mesquite, or the DFW area that’s ready for a transformation? Request a free estimate from Apex Point Services →