There’s no getting around it, the bathroom is one of the most used rooms in your home. Our Team speaks daily with clients who are ready to transform their bathroom into an oasis. From a half bath or powder room to a full primary spa-like bath, the possibilities are endless, but by collaborating with our Design-Build Team, we take much of the guesswork and stress out of the picture. And we help you create a design plan that brings your vision to reality.
As always, we are watching the trends and incorporating ideas our clients have into their bathrooms. The trend forecast is showing design elements we are already utilizing and others we are excited to incorporate!
What’s Hot & What’s Next
Zero Entry or Low Curb Showers: A zero-entry shower is just that—zero entry. There is no wall or barrier to step over, making a shower easily accessible, while creating a sleek and modern look. Eliminating the curb means easy entry for all, no stubbed toes or tripping hazards. When cost-prohibitive to install another great option is a lower curb option. Both offer a sleek design that provides an accessible shower for children and those with mobility issues.
The shower and bathroom floors are one level.
Freestanding Soaker Tub: This is not a new trend, but one that continues to grow in popularity, and for good reason. Many of the bathrooms we remodel include the removal of a clunky, large built-in tub. A freestanding soaker tub is a great option for homeowners that don’t want to give up having a bathing tub but would like more room for a larger shower. They’re slimmer and take up less space, but still allow for long bubbly soaks after a hard day.
Freestanding tub creates more open floor space.
Wet Rooms: The two-in-one shower and bath concept is gaining popularity in bathrooms. A glass divider or full door encloses both a zero-entry shower, typically with multiple body sprays and showerheads and a freestanding tub. It can visually create a feel of a larger space. It really maximizes convenience and practicality for those desiring both bathing options in one bathroom. A great design choice for creating a spa-like experience!
Triple Vanity: You can’t watch a bathroom design or house hunting show without hearing the homeowners gush over a bathroom with double vanities (or wanting to remodel a bathroom to gain double vanities). But what if you have three kids using the same bathroom? We are currently remodeling a bathroom for our clients that features a triple vanity. We know this will be a game-changer for this family!
Design Rendering / 3 kids = 3 vanities
Storage: Storage, both visible and hidden, continues to be one of the most requested design changes when remodeling a bathroom. Homeowners want to display towels and other necessities or they want everything hidden. We have removed tubs not only to enlarge a shower but also to create room for more storage.
Double vanity with large drawers & built-in linen closet.
Technology: Technology, like Bluetooth showerheads and chromo-therapy lights, continue to be on-trend. More and more options come to market each year. Our clients are beginning to request the following options more and more – smart televisions, USB charging stations, and smart toilets. Just don’t forget everything you install needs to be waterproof!
And Bling!
Shower Features: A feature wall in your shower is typically filled with color and texture, drawing your eye to an exciting design element. Along with feature walls, some of our clients are requesting grout-free showers. One product we have found, Tyvarian, is very affordable, mimics the look of stone, but is grout-free, moisture and mildew resistant, and easy to clean.
Color, Color, Color: Bathroom colors are evolving to both bold and nostalgic. We are seeing cool blue shades, white (the standard classic), fun colors inspired by cotton candy and bubblegum, as well as, earthy warm tones. Neutral colors are still the choice of many of our clients, but more and more are choosing to incorporate a splash of color. Popular are blues for the vanity cabinets.
Sherwin Williams SW7608 Adrift
Tile: Tiles, including wood effect tiles and other organic looks are trending as well. They bring warmth and coziness to your space. Mosaic accents and detailed design tiles can make a bold statement on your walls or floor. We love seeing how a bathroom evolves, based on our clients’ tile choices!
OtherDesign Features: Floating vanities and feature lighting help a bathroom stand out and create stunning focal points, especially those with smaller footprints.
Are You Ready to Remodel Your Bathroom?
If you are and don’t need to move plumbing, remove walls or change the footprint, then our bath2BATH process is just the experience you need. If a more involved bathroom remodel or addition is what you want, The Cleary Company’s Design-Build Team is a better fit.
Give us a call at 614-459-4000, or schedule a phone consult with our Client Relations Coordinator!
A bathroom remodel – is this something you need? Our remodeling Team at The Cleary Company Remodel-Design-Build in Columbus Ohio, is here to help you see your vision come to life. Learn about our process and feedback from our clients.
There are so many options and companies available for you to choose from. But what sets our company apart? Our founder, George Cleary, has been in the remodeling business for over 35 years. He founded The Cleary Company in 1994 intending to provide quality home improvement and building relationships. And with all of his experience and our skilled Team of designers, project managers, lead carpenters, and craftspeople, you know you are getting the best of the best remodeling in Columbus.
Remove & Replace Bathroom Remodel Process
It’s streamlined! We aren’t moving plumbing or walls. The footprint stays the same, with tweaks made to optimize space and design.
Visit our Design Studio to make simple, stress-free product choices. You won’t have to sift through hundreds of options. See and feel the counters, cabinets, and hardware that will be used in your bathroom.
Before RemodelAfter Primary Bathroom Remodel | Dublin OH
Work with your own bathroom designer to select your favorite design style as a foundation for your bathroom remodel. Then, personalize your space by mixing and matching products, finishes and colors to fit your taste and needs. Our curated styles translate into savings for you by ensuring a streamlined design process with a remodeling timeline four to six weeks, subject to ongoing supply chain challenges.
The price for a full remove-and-replace bathroom remodel starts at around $60,000 to $75,000.
Our Award-winning designers have created design templates styled with premium products from brands like Kohler, Cambria, Schluter, Core Tech, Sherwin Williams and more. Providing you with options that incorporate industry-leading design, quality, and warranties.
The Bathroom Remodel Experience – Our Clients Say it Best!
We can tell you about our process and how it works, but we think our clients can say it even better. Read on to see!
“The best thing was being able to go to their design studio and see what we could choose from. We aren’t people that can walk into a huge showroom and start picking items from so many options. It was nice to see just a few really great examples and build off of that to create what we wanted.”
“We liked having a dedicated project manager on site. They were onsite checking the progress and answering our questions. They’re great communicators and gave us a feeling of confidence with the process.”
“We had ideas for the look and finishes we wanted but weren’t married to it and were open to new ideas. They helped our vision become reality.”
“We met with a few companies and received some estimates, but we just weren’t pleased with what we’d heard and seen. Coincidentally, our neighbor is Aaron Enfinger, Chief Operations Officer for The Cleary Company. He had a sign in his yard and we talked with him about the process.”
“We visited their design studio too. The materials were the quality we were searching for, and we really liked the people. A key difference for us was being able to visit their office and design studio to see and touch all of the materials. The other companies we talked with had just come to the house with photos of the materials.”
“Their bathroom remodeling team made it easy for me. They came to my house, looked at the space and talked through my options. I went to the bathroom design studio to look, touch, and feel all of the components I might use in my bathroom.”
“They furnished me with the drawings, 3D pictures, and everything I needed to be informed and be part of the process. They followed it up with clear processes– timeline, costs, written documentation. I knew who the team members were and who would be in my house. They made it easy to make decisions.”
“I selected them because all of the options are on trend!”
Ready to get started on your bathroom remodel?
We want your next remodel to be easy, hassle-free, and fun!
Give us a call @ 614-459-4000 to speak with our Client Relations Coordinator.
Check out our website and schedule a time for us to call you!
Visit our office and design studio located at 989 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, 43220.
Investing in a home remodel is a big decision. You probably have many questions. For example,
How do I find the right company to plan my design and construct my project?
How much do I need to budget for my project?
What selections do I need to make?
What will my home be worth after my remodel is completed?
At The Cleary Company, our Design-Build Team collaborates with clients to determine their needs and wants for their home. Our goal? To create the vision for you that fits your budget, desires, and plans, all while giving you the best experience and value, executed by experienced craftsman.
We truly care about your remodeling experience! After all, we’ve been doing it here in Columbus, OH and throughout central Ohio for over 27 years.
When planning your home remodel, there are many factors to consider. Depending on your wants and needs, we will give you options and discuss potential costs for your project. Calculating costs requires knowing first the design, the scope and size of the project and the type of renovation you want to do.
When we begin discussions with clients about their projects, the first topic revolves around the scope of the project. Our Design-Build Team is well-versed in all scenarios!
Does it involve a refresh or do you need to change the form and function of the space?
Do you need to add a room, a 2nd floor, an outdoor living area, or take an existing home back to the original foundation and rebuild?
Researching Home Remodeling Costs
To find some answers to your budget questions, we recommend reviewing Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs Value Report. This annual publication is helpful for finding average remodeling costs in Columbus OH and many other cities and regions around the country. It also provides additional information on different building projects and their expected ROI.
To help you get started planning your kitchen, bathroom, home addition, or exterior renovation, our Design Team has assembled some projects to help guide you in your research. Each project is different and while we can’t give you a set budget before we talk with you, we do invite you to read these varying project examples and approximately priced budgets for some of our more popular renovation projects.
Kitchen Remodeling
Your kitchen is where family life happens. It’s where we gather to cook, eat, gather, entertain, and even conduct the occasional school science experiment. Being that it’s a space where a great deal of time is spent, it needs to function to meet all your needs. If you’ve done some research, you know there is a wide range of pricing options depending on the scope of the kitchen remodel project.
Below are 3 budget ranges and 3 possible scopes to help you consider what your kitchen remodeling project might cost.
UPSCALE – Increase square footage of footprint with a 1 or 2-story addition
Upscale Bexley, OH Home Remodel
Possible Scope of Work and Finishes – Estimated Price Range: $200k – $300k+
Increase square footage of footprint with an addition or combining rooms
Move and/or add plumbing and appliances plus increase lighting and electric
Quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash and heated tile or exotic wood floors
Plenty of custom cabinetry and a large island (or two!) with seating and storage
High-end gourmet appliance package
Greatest number of choices for finishes and materials
MIDRANGE – Remove & replace all with small changes within the existing footprint
Your bathroom is your personal private space where escaping from day-to-day activity and stress is possible. Everyone wants a comfortable, functional space to decompress and recharge. You may have seen shows on TV or searched photos online, and you’ve seen gorgeous, spa-like bathrooms that have piqued your interest. While researching costs, you know there is a broad range of available pricing. What’s the difference between a midrange and upscale bathroom remodeling project?
Below are 3 budget ranges and 3 possible scopes to help you decide what your bathroom remodeling project might cost.
UPSCALE – Increase footprint of bathroom w/an addition or using other rooms in home
Possible Scope of Work & Selections – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $95k – 150k+
Reworking the existing footprint
Move and/or add all or most plumbing & hvac
Upgrade existing lighting and electric
Greatest number of choices for finishes & materials
Quartz countertops
Tile flooring & walls w/custom accents
Custom cabinetry w/personalized storage solutions
Large custom shower with multiple showerheads & body sprays
All new drywall, trim & paint
New windows
Optional soaking tub
Optional steam shower
Optional heated flooring
MIDRANGE – Some modifications to the existing layout; remove & replace
Bexley, OH Bathroom Remodel – approx 92sf
Possible Scope of Work & Selections – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $75k – $100k+
Possibly move and/or add some plumbing, electric and/or hvac
Upgrade existing level of fixtures & finishes
New lighting 2-3 fixtures
Quartz or granite countertops
Custom cabinetry with personalized storage options
Custom shower with tile
Modest custom shower w/ multiple showerheads
Some additional options may also be available
New drywall, trim & paint
View more Upscale & Midrange Bathroom remodeling projects in our Bathrooms Portfolio!
Refresh Facelift – Keeping same footprint remove & replace some or all fixtures and finishes
Grandview Heights, OH Bathroom Remodel – approx 55sf
Possible Scope of Work & Selections – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $60k – $75k+
Keep existing footprint of all plumbing
Quartz or granite countertops
Kohler plumbing fixtures & accessories
Porcelain wall panels in shower
Custom or semi-custom cabinetry
Personalized storage solutions
LVT, laminate or tile floor
Home Additions
A new home addition differs from a remodel of an existing room in a home. Columbus, OH home additions typically add new square footage and require everything from the floor up to the roof. This includes the foundation, walls, ceiling, and roof as well as mechanical systems like electrical, plumbing and heating. Because you are adding something instead of changing a space that already exists, costs can vary greatly. What type of room will you be adding? Will new utilities be required? Perhaps not for a sunroom but definitely for a new bathroom. There are also many other variables, including permits, trade prices and material costs.
Adding a room to your home might be just what you need to allow you to stay in the home. Do you need more space for your children, is it time for a new owner’s suite bedroom and ensuite bath, is it time to open up walls and create a new layout, are you planning on aging in place or do you just need more room?
With new home inventory low, many people are choosing to stay in their homes and expand their footprint. Others are moving to a new-to-them home but choosing to immediately remodel the home to make it function and flow better. Whatever the case, we are a remodeling company for a reason–people want to stay in their homes in their favored neighborhoods, but require changes to the home.
Below are 3 budget ranges and 3 possible scopes to help you decide what your home addition remodeling project might cost.
Upscale – Single or 2 story addition + whole house remodel
Bathroom Private CourtyardBedroomColumbus, OH Home Addition – NARI National CotY WinnerBexley, OH Family Room Addition and Whole House Remodel
Possible Scope of Work & Finishes – Estimated Price Ranges $300k – $1m+
Increase sq ft of home by building outside the current footprint
Exterior updates including new windows and/or siding
Rework existing interior floorplan
Move and/or add plumbing & hvac
Upgrade existing lighting and electric
Greatest number of choices for finishes & materials
They say, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression”. Do us a favor and walk outside right now. Stand at the curb and look at the front of your home. Like what you see? No? It could be time to renovate the exterior of your home!
The importance of curb appeal cannot be understated. Ask any realtor and they will tell you that the first impression of a home is tantamount to success in whether a client will even enter the home. If you pull up to your home and grimace, what are others seeing when they come to visit? We understand, it’s a big undertaking, but our Design Team can walk you through many options to make your home look beautiful again. You might just need new doors, windows, or to change the paint color or siding. Or it might be time to change the architectural details of your home’s exterior.
Below are 3 budget ranges and 3 possible scopes to help you decide what your home exterior remodeling project might cost.
UPSCALE –Build an Outdoor Living Space + Major Updates to Home Exterior
BeforeAfterUpper Arlington, OH – Exterior Home Remodel w/ Outdoor Living Space
Possible Scope of Work – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $150k to $250k+
Build a small addition to increase home’s square footage
Install new hardscape – patio w/ fireplace or firepit
Design-Build pergola, gazebo or shelter
Upgrades to landscaping
Add new or additional lighting & other electrical
Replace windows & doors
Paint all or most of existing stucco & trim
Add or extend existing gas line for grill
MIDRANGELarge –Update Several Details of Front and/or Rear Exterior
BeforeAfterHilliard, OH – Front Exterior Home Remodel
Possible Scope of Work – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $55k to $90k+
Build new or extend existing front porch
Replace all or some windows & doors
Shutters – replace or paint existing or add new
Walkway – replace or upgrade existing or add all new
Lighting – Replace existing
Add architectural dimension with innovative design details
Siding & Trim – paint or replace existing
Upgrade landscaping
MIDRANGE Small – Upgrade Curb Appeal by Adding Architectural Details
BeforeAfterClintonville, OH – Front Exterior – Portico Addition
Possible Scope of Work – ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: $40k to $80k+
We are passionate about translating your vision into a beautiful, functional design and building it to fit your lifestyle needs. Our professional and experienced Team loves connecting with you and building relationships along with building you an amazing project.
Are You Ready for a Home Remodel? – Move vs Stay
If you’re planning to stay in your home for a long time, or you’ve just moved into an older home, it may be time to remodel. You know how your family lives and moves throughout the home. You also know what is and isn’t working. Give us a call at 614-459-4000!
But, if you’re on the fence about whether you should remodel or move, ask and answer the questions below to help guide you.
Ask yourself these questions:
Do we live where we want to? Why do we want to stay here?
Can making changes to our home make our lives easier and better?
Do we have the space we need or do we need to create more?
What is our budget?
What do we love about our home?
Is my home worth renovating?
What are my must-haves and what is on my wish list?
Why do I want to remodel?
Are we ready to have our lives disrupted if we do a big remodeling project?
What rooms do we want to remodel and how extensive are our plans?
How soon do we want to start this project-are we willing to wait, if needed?
How will we use the room we want to renovate?
What style are we thinking about? What finishes, flooring, colors do we want?
Is this an investment we want to make?
What do we want our experience to be like?
How will the remodeling company work with us and help us?
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As always, we are here to help you navigate your way through a remodeling project. Our focus is to help you discover why you want to renovate, bring your goals and vision alive, and give you the beautiful space you want. When it comes to your kitchen, bath, home addition or exterior remodel, The Cleary Company collaborates with you even after your remodel is completed.
Our Team is always available for questions and follow-up. Our proven Design-Build process, transparent communications and working relationship is at the core of our responsibilities to you.
We invite you to read the testimonials on our blog, talk with neighbors or friends that have used our services, or contact our Client Relations Coordinator to schedule a consult.
Are you ready to say goodbye to spending time in a dull, ordinary bathroom and hello to transforming your daily routine into a luxurious, rejuvenating experience? Remodeling your bathroom allows you to customize the space by filling it with unique features.
The Remodel-Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company in Columbus, Ohio is ready to collaborate and create the bathroom of your dreams that you’ll never want to leave. What can you do to elevate your bathroom experience? The sky’s the limit! Choose one or all of these ideas for your bathroom remodel to create a space designed to fit your needs.
Showers
Upgrade to a digital shower system. These digital thermostatic valves allow you to preset controls for multiple users that you can activate from your smartphone or with voice commands. Set your perfect temperature, ideal water pressure, multiple body sprays and shower heads, and even music. Check out our Team’s favorites from Kohler.
Install additional showerheads. A large shower can handle a rain showerhead, a handheld wand, and body sprays. You see where we are ging here—more is more!
Incorporate hydro, aroma, chroma and/or audio therapies into your bathing experience.
Create a wet room. This design is a tiled space partially or fully open that involves putting the freestanding tub in the same space with a separate shower.
Check out these fabulous shower examples below!
Toilets
Go beyond the toilet by adding a bidet. Toto & Kohler make it easy to get both in one unit or upgrade your existing toilet with a new seat that includes bidet functionality. Features include preset or custom controls for water pressure, temperature, air-drying features, and heated seats.
Newer toilet models are sleek and come in one- or two-piece options, floor or wall-mounted, two heights, and come in two basic bowl shapes-round or elongated. Endless size options are available to fit any space.
Lighting
Mood lighting is trending, and we love it! Smart LED lighting that changes colors and brightness levels creates the mood you want—relaxation, rejuvenation, or getting ready for work or going out vibes.
A layered approach to lighting is important in any room but especially in a bathroom remodel. Task lights are targeted for details (think putting on makeup and shaving). Ambient lighting creates an overall uniform light level in the room. Accent lights can be the bling or art piece of the bathroom (chandelier over the tub or a beautiful wall sconce) as well as highlight an object, or just add some visual interest.
A Few More Ideas!
Lighted mirrors and medicine cabinets provide ample task lighting but also brighten up the entire space.
Fluffy, thick, high-quality, absorbent towels are dreamy and decadent.
Warm towels! Add a heated towel bar or rack.
How about heated flooring? No more chilly toes!
Incorporating nature brings a sense of calm and boosts your mood and well-being. Add some green plants (a vertical garden?) river stones or water features.
Select eco-friendly products and fixtures like low-flow toilets, water-saving faucets, sustainable materials, or LED lighting.
Innovative storage ideas such as hidden cabinets, built-in shelving, hidden niches, open shelving, and more elevate the space.
Add seating with a small bench or chair. Giving you a seat to put on lotion, give yourself a pedicure or maybe just to sit and hide from the kids.
Elevate your bathroom experience with smart technologies, cutting-edge design options, and wellness-oriented amenities. Contact our Client Relations Coordinator today and say farewell to your ordinary bathroom! Call 614-459-4000 or visit our website.
Small Bathroom, Big Potential – Bathroom Remodeling Solutions in Columbus, Ohio.
Do you have a small bathroom? While totally serviceable, a small bathroom can be made better with a few tweaks and changes (or a complete renovation). The Development Team at The Cleary Company has created many unique and creative solutions when remodeling small bathroom footprints. Sometimes it’s just not possible to add square footage to a bathroom, but it doesn’t have to look cluttered or feel cramped. It is possible to create space, storage, and openness.
Check out these small footprint bathroom remodeling projects! Want to see more inspiration? Visit our Bathrooms Portfolio!
Design Details to Consider:
Using pocket or “barn style” sliding doors instead of swinging doors. If using a pocket door isn’t possible in your current space, reversing the existing door so that it swings out will give you space to move around.
Keep as much off the floor as possible to keep the room open. Consider a wall-hung toilet, a floating vanity, or wall storage, instead of cabinet storage.
Large tiles with minimal grout lines or tiles running in a diagonal pattern give the illusion of a larger room. Additionally, running wall tiles all the way to the ceiling draws your eye up and makes the room feel higher.
Keep it simple with soft, natural, neutral shades. A light color palette will create the appearance of a larger bathroom, but don’t be afraid to add a splash of dark or bold color for drama as an accent. If you choose a darker color, add pops of light, bright neutrals with the fixtures, countertops, and towels. Ultimately, color is such a personal choice.
Maybe it’s time for a wet room—with a spa shower and freestanding tub in the same space or eliminating the bathtub completely!
If you really must have a tub but need to save on space, choose a shower/tub combo and use a curved shower curtain rod.
Use compact fixtures designed for small spaces. Our Design Consultants can help source in-stock and custom pieces from a wide variety of suppliers in our network.
Lighting Matters:
The right lights will make a room feel larger.
Layer the lighting with under cabinet lights, mounted wall sconces, overhead recessed cans and illuminated medicine cabinets will create a mood or style and will cut down on shadows.
Magical Mirrors:
Strategically placed mirrors create the illusion of space, reflect light, and brighten up bathrooms, especially in bathrooms without windows.
Use a large mirror above the sink or one on a medicine cabinet. If there is a window, strategically place a mirror to bounce natural light around the room.
Install a beautiful, mirrored recessed medicine cabinet above the sink with a door that slides up like in the photo below!
Go vertical with floor-to-ceiling shelving and cabinets. Bathroom essentials, towels, and toiletries are within reach but not taking up valuable square footage.
Adding built-in or better yet floating shelves above the toilet is another way to save space in a small footprint.
Recessed niches in the walls whether in the shower, above the toilet or near the vanity also save valuable space within a small bathroom.
Install the largest vanity that will fit maximum drawer storage.
Towel bars and hooks on the back of a bathroom door can free up any available wall space for shelving.
Custom storage solutions like pull-out makeup mirrors, in-drawer outlets, and divided drawers will keep all your toiletry needs from cluttering the countertops.
Ready to remodel your bathroom?
Do you have a small bathroom that needs an upgrade by implementing many of these space-saving solutions? Contact our Remodel-Design-Build Team today to discuss your home remodeling projects! Give us a call at 614-459-4000 or contact us through our website.
Planning a remodeling project is exciting! You’ve been thinking about the room or rooms you want to change, you’ve probably been binge watching some renovating shows, looking through home magazines or scrolling through Pinterest, and dreaming. But now it’s time for the nuts and bolts of the plan—choosing the right remodeler to make your dream a reality.
The Remodel-Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company in Columbus, Ohio is ready to create your vision and we want to help you hire the right company for you! The following eight steps should help guide your research to find the best company for your home remodel.
8 Step Guide
Define your project: It’s important to start by clearly defining your project. The scope of the work, your goals, budget, timeline, and any specific requirements and preferences are the first steps to think about. Knowing these allows you to articulate your thoughts and ideas to potential remodeling companies.
Ask for recommendations: Many times, asking friends, neighbors, or colleagues for company recommendations is an effective way to start your search. Who better than those that have been through a project to give you their thoughts? Checking the company websites for reviews is a good unbiased referral as well. From these recommendations, create your shortlist.
Do your research: With your recommended companies in mind, visit their websites, and explore their project profiles, photo galleries, and testimonials. When looking at their websites, find those that fit with your project idea and have a successful company. Another useful resource is the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). A NARI professional remodeling contractor is bound to a code of ethics that holds them to a higher standard of professionalism, integrity and excellence.
Check licenses and insurance: We’ve all heard horror stories of companies starting work and not finishing or taking the money and not doing the work. A reputable company is properly licensed and insured and can be verified by local authorities. Licensing does vary by state, so ensure they have the correct licenses and certifications.
Schedule a consultation: Now take your shortlist and schedule appointments. During the meeting, discuss your intended project’s details, ask questions, and pay attention to their communication skills, expertise, and professionalism. Who are you most comfortable with having in your home? Ask to tour their job sites, office, showroom or design center.
Request references: A remodeling company should have references readily available from their past clients for you to contact. Call them and ask questions about their experiences, the quality of the work, how issues were handled, and how communication was between the client and the company.
Develop a project proposal: Choose the company you feel is the best match for your family and project. Enter into a Design Agreement or request a written proposal or quote that includes the general project scope options, timeline of the project, and estimated costs.
Sign the contract: After finishing the project development process request a contract that includes a detailed proposal with drawings, a scope of work, materials to be installed, project price and payment terms.
Need some inspiration for your next home remodeling project? Visit our Portfolio!
Let’s Get Started!
Following these steps will bring you to the right remodeling company for your project. It’s also your responsibility to communicate openly, set realistic expectations, and relay them clearly.
The Cleary Company’s Remodel-Design-Build Team in Columbus, OH, would like the opportunity to collaborate with you by engaging in these conversations. Our Design Studio is available by appointment. Contact our Client Relations Coordinator who will answer all your questions, and explain our process. Call today 614-459-4000 or visit our website!
Working from home most days gives you a different perspective of your home. What works, what doesn’t and what really needs to be updated. Jen and Tom hired The Cleary Company to modify their primary en suite, refresh their kitchen and create better functionality for their basement bar. What was their experience like working with our Remodel-Design-Build Team? Read on to find out!
Client Profile: Q & A with Jen & Tom
What was the goal for your remodel?
Our goal for the remodel was to refresh our primary en suite, kitchen, and basement bar. The bathroom required a full remodel because the layout needed better functionality. We painted the cabinets in the kitchen and replaced a backsplash—a simple change with a big impact. The 1960s bar was replaced to create an industrial pub feel.
What is your favorite aspect of your remodeled space?
Our favorite is the bar design. While new and unique, the bar blends in with the existing rec room. The copper main bar top and the live-edge walnut back counter along with the waterfall effect on the knee wall is an eye-catcher.
What advice would you offer to someone who is thinking of remodeling their home?
Of course, during a remodel, you have to be prepared for the disruption in your home for the duration of the project. The Cleary teams were great about tidying up every day, but construction is a dusty process. If you are remodeling a home that’s 50+ years old, you need to be prepared for surprises. Be ready to make adjustments in plans and timelines because changes will happen.
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The Cleary Company Remodel Difference
Why did you choose The Cleary Company to complete your remodeling project?
We chose The Cleary Company because they just seemed to understand our goal and budget. Their designers listened to our needs and made suggestions that were in line, instead of pushing to make the projects bigger than they needed to be.
What was your favorite part of working with The Cleary Company and why?
My favorite part was the people. Every person on our project team was so kind and fun to be around. We both work from home so we were around a lot. We got to know our project team pretty well. Fantastic people!
Who from our Team stood out and how did they exceed your expectations?
Of my goodness, can I name everyone? Jen Sommers designed our kitchen and bar. It turned out amazing! The design of our bathroom project was so simple. We made some choices to determine our style, then BOOM! selections done.
Don Holmes and his apprentice Tristan were so fun to work with. Don does great work, and he’s a patient teacher! This isn’t his first rodeo. Eric Coleman is a master craftsman. No question that Eric’s projects were going to look perfect! And last but not least, Matt Ames is a gold-star project manager. There were so many balls in the air at any one time, with the subs and internal teams. He kept it all straight and us informed the whole time.
Just for Fun!
If you were asked to explain in one word why you choose to do business with The Cleary Company, what would it be?
We didn’t know when we chose The Cleary Company, but after our projects were complete we would definitely say ‘Quality’. Quality process. Quality work. Quality people. Which results in a quality experience.
Would you recommend The Cleary Company? Yes!
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Are you contemplating a home remodeling project (or projects)? Contact our Client Relations Coordinator today! Call 614-459-4000 or Schedule a phone call on our website.
Our Remodel-Design-Build Team will help you navigate the remodeling development process and collaborate with you to make your vision a reality.
Project Spotlight: After living in their home for more than 15 years Holly & Sam were ready to make some big changes to their two-story home in Upper Arlington, Ohio. After seeing several signs and trucks they contacted The Cleary Company Remodel-Design-Build to discuss their projects and ideas.
Designer Katie Florjancic, UDCP collaborated with them to create a design plan and scope of work to fit the needs of their lifestyle. Project Manager, Rob Lindeboom, CLC and Lead Carpenter, Ben Ludlow managed the job site construction to complete the build.
BEFORE Remodel Kitchen – Morning room – 2pc Powder roomBEFORE Primary Suite
The Plan?
Kitchen
Expand the kitchen’s footprint by removing the wall between the adjacent dining room.
Rework the kitchen’s floorplan to create better flow and a more functional workspace.
Remove the existing powder room, rework the layout to create a smaller but more functional footprint.
Design and build new cabinetry and bench seating in the morning room.
So you’ve decided it’s time to remodel your primary bathroom and you might be thinking, “I can do this”. While we don’t doubt that some of you can tackle remodeling a bathroom, we are here to explain why it is better for most homeowners to hire a licensed remodeling professional such as the Team at The Cleary Company Remodel-Design-Build.
Your primary bathroom or en suite should be a tranquil spa-like retreat. A space filled with gorgeous materials, and constructed with high-quality installation and service. As your preferred remodeler in Columbus, Ohio, we have the knowledge, certifications and years of experience to bring your vision for your new bathroom to life.
3 Reasons Why a Primary Bathroom Renovation Should be Completed by a Professional Remodeler
Knowledge
We discern and follow the building codes from all the central Ohio municipalities and communities (even HOA’s) and apply them to your specific project.
Maximizing efficiency without sacrificing quality. From scheduling trade partners to ordering materials and supplies our Team’s ability to collaborate and apply their experience and industry expertise.
Foresight for what can go wrong and planning for how to fix any issues before they become a problem is expected of our highly skilled Project Managers & Lead Carpenters.
Our ongoing commitment to continuing education gives our craftspeople advanced skills so that they can do what they do well.
Apply Home Design Best Practices
We understand how spaces should be designed to maximize functionality, livability, efficiency and aesthetics.
Applying Universal Design principles for placements of sinks, toilets, vanities, etc. Our Design-Build Development Team includes 6 NARI certified UDCP persons showing they are beyond proficient in this area.
Creating the spa experience you desire thru combinations of plumbing products. For example, specifying and installing aroma, sound, light and/or steam therapies in your shower.
Time & Money Savings
Insightful development of a scope of work and a budget ahead of construction.
Creating a project schedule & outline with a defined completion date.
Expert knowledge of the entire process of remodeling a bathroom from start to finish.
The choice to DIY your primary bathroom remodel is ambitious and thrifty, but we believe your private sanctuary is best left to the professionals. You won’t be sorry about the result! Especially when factoring in a ROI of up to 64.8% according to Remodeling Magazine’s annual Cost vs Value report. Want to know how much a bathroom remodel may cost? Watch this video for more information on bathroom remodeling costs in Columbus, Ohio.
Are you ready to start a primary bathroom remodel? Give us a call at 614-459-4000 or schedule a phone conversation with our Client Relations Coordinator on our website!
The bathroom – a room we can’t live without. Now more than ever we want our bathrooms to fit our needs, provide is an escape or refuge and look beautiful. One way to accomplish this is with a new coat of paint! Bathroom design forecasts are using these words describe them – tranquil, inviting, reset, calming, earthy, and spa-like – suggesting a theme of wellness for both body and mind.
Whether it’s for the kids’ bathroom, a powder room, or the en suite retreat of your dreams, choosing a paint color can seem a bit intimidating for most of us. At The Cleary Company, our Remodel-Design-Build Team are well-versed in selecting the perfect paint colors, providing our clients with options to fit the style of their remodeled spaces.
Each year brings new launches of color palettes and we research what’s trending, although some colors continue to be classics. For 2023, the focus is on sandy beiges, warm ochres and dusky browns. Earthy tones that are timeless. As one of our preferred vendors, we look to Sherwin-Williams for their top picks for the new year.
Bathroom paint colors to consider by category:
Neutrals:
They are always a pleasing choice with timeless hues and their ability to pair with vibrant color accents. Within neutrals, specifically whites, creams, and grays, the sky’s the limit for choices. But, a common mistake made is believing neutrals are only light colors. Don’t be afraid to choose darker hues of neutral colors to create moody, meditative or sophisticated bathrooms.
Sherwin-Williams’ color of the year is Redend Point SW 9081. Minimal, calming, intriguing, this warm earthy hue is grounded in earthiness and serenity and is a stylish choice in any room.
Redend Point SW 9081 – Image Credit Sherwin Williams
Modern Gray SW 7632 is another appealing selection for a warm neutral or try Silverpointe SW 7653
Silverpoint SW 7653 – Image credit Sherwin Williams
Why not embrace a combination of neutrals for highlighting architectural details. Extra White SW 7006, On the Rocks SW 7671, and Alabaster SW 7008 combine to create a timeless look in this traditional cottage style bathroom alcove below.
Image Credit Sherwin-Williams
Greens:
Bring the outdoors in by capturing nature with green hues. Inspire yourself to try something new with the colors you choose. A color our designers love is Fresh Eucalyptus SW 9658. You’ll feel like you stepped into nature with this gorgeous color. For a bolder statement you might try Forever Green SW 9653, it’s earthy and modern.
Fresh Eucalyptus SW 9658 – Image Credit Sherwin Williams
Blues:
When we think of the perfect blue, one of our favorite bathroom projects comes to mind. This primary en suite project located in Upper Arlington, Ohio features Embellished Blue SW 6749 on the walls. A bright color that is playful and refreshing. It pairs beautifully with the blue iridescent mosaic tile accents in the shower on the vanity’s backsplash.
Embellished Blue SW6749
Other blue hues trending? Bold and rich like Perfect Periwinkle SW 9065 or Adriatic Sea SW 6790, or for a timeless, yet modern look, check out Dew Drop SW 9641. They are all great options to consider for your bathroom.
Yellows:
A bright yellow is perfect for a child’s bathroom and warm yellows can be perfect powder room accents. Consider Tarnished Trumpet SW 9026 for it’s gorgeous mustard color or Limón Fresco SW 9030 if a brighter cool tone is desirable. Both offer a timeless vintage feel. While Moonraker SW 6701 is more mellow and serene and perfect for a tranquil spa-like space.
An award winning design team to challenge and inspire you
The colors you choose for your bathroom can transform the space from drab and dated to fresh and stylish. Paint has the ability to energize, bring a sense of calm, a bit of whimsy, or a fresh start to any room and might be just the reset you need to start off a new year. And remember the beauty of paint is if you end up not loving it and want to create a different mood, just paint it again!
Our Design Team at The Cleary Company invests time in collaborating and researching to find the perfect paint colors for our clients. Their expertise will be just what you need when you remodel your bathroom. Visit our bathrooms portfolio for more inspiration!
