Bathroom Remodeling in Wilmette, IL
for Wilmette families.
From older homes near Gillson Park to ranches west of the Edens Expressway, we remodel hall baths, primary baths and basement baths across Wilmette.
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Bathroom Remodeling in Wilmette, IL
Wilmette is a lakefront village just north of Evanston. Gillson Park, with its beach and harbor, sits at the east end of the village next to the Baha’i House of Worship.
Bathrooms here come in two main types. East-side homes have upstairs hall baths with old tile and tubs under sloped ceilings. West Wilmette ranches and split-levels often still have their 1950s or 1960s baths, and a basement with room for one more.
This page is about bathroom remodeling in Wilmette. It covers tub-to-shower conversions, primary and hall baths, vanities, basement bathrooms and baths that are easier to use as you get older.
Tell us how your family uses the bathroom. We will set up a free visit at your home and talk through the options.
Bathroom Remodeling Across Wilmette
Here is what bathrooms tend to look like in each part of Wilmette.
Sheridan Road & Gillson Park
Large older homes near the lake. A bigger primary bath, sometimes made from a small bedroom or closet, is a common plan.
Village Center
Older homes and apartment buildings near the Metra station and Green Bay Road. Hall baths with original tile are often ready for a full rebuild.
Near the Linden Station
Homes and condos near the Purple Line stop by the Baha’i Temple. Compact baths gain a lot from a walk-in shower and a better vanity.
West Wilmette
Ranches, split-levels and Cape Cods west of the Edens. Owners update the hall bath and add a full bath in the basement.
The Whole House
Kitchens, basements and more for the same homes.
Neighbors North and South
Across the village lines.
Remodeling Services in Wilmette
Everything we do for homes in Wilmette, from one room to the whole house.
Home Remodeling in Wilmette
Many West Wilmette ranches still have one floor of living space over a large open basement. We finish that lower level as a family room, office or guest suite, and plan step-free changes on the main floor for owners who want to stay in the house for years.
Our home remodeling services →Bathroom Remodeling in Wilmette
In Wilmette we handle every size of bath job, from a new vanity and mirror to a gutted primary bath. That includes tub-to-shower conversions, glass shower doors, powder rooms and grab-bar-ready walls.
Our bathroom remodeling services →Kitchen Remodeling in Wilmette
Ranch and split-level kitchens west of the Edens are often original and closed off from the family room. We replace or reface the cabinets, add an island or peninsula, and update counters and backsplash so the kitchen fits how the family cooks today.
Our kitchen remodeling services →General Contracting in Wilmette
Older homes near Gillson Park and the Village Center often need more than a cosmetic update. We file Village of Wilmette permits, take out load-bearing walls with a sized beam, and build home additions, porches and backyard decks.
Our general contracting services →Flooring in Wilmette
Split-levels in Wilmette mix several floor heights and old carpet over concrete in the lower level. We put down LVP or tile that can handle a damp slab, refinish oak upstairs, and keep stair nosings and transitions clean between levels.
Our flooring services →Bathroom Projects We Do in Wilmette
The bathroom jobs Wilmette homeowners ask about most are:
- Tub-to-shower conversions in 1950s and 1960s hall baths
- A new full bath or powder room in a finished basement
- Primary baths with a double vanity and a glass shower
- Grab bars, a low curb and a shower seat for a bath that works for years
Learn more about bathroom remodeling, walk-in shower conversion and small bathroom remodeling.
Bathrooms in Wilmette Home Styles
- Tudors: sloped ceilings over the tub. We plan the shower head and glass so a tall person can stand up straight.
- Colonials: one hall bath shared by several bedrooms. Two sinks and more storage cut down the morning rush.
- Ranches: a main bath and sometimes a small half bath. A tub can become a walk-in shower on the same drain.
- Split-levels: baths on different half-floors. We check the pipe runs between levels before we draw the plan.
Adding a Bathroom in the Basement
In many Wilmette homes the basement floor sits below the sewer line, so a new basement bath needs a plan for where the water goes.
- An ejector pit or an up-flush system can lift waste up to the sewer
- We check the floor drain and any past signs of water before we build
- A fan vented outside keeps a below-grade bath from staying damp
- Tile or waterproof flooring holds up better than wood down there
Permits and Scheduling for Wilmette Bathrooms
- Bathroom remodels that move plumbing or wiring need a permit from the Village of Wilmette.
- We prepare the drawings, file the permit and book the village inspections.
- If you only have one full bath, we plan the work so you are without a shower for as few days as possible.
- You get a written timeline and a fixed quote before work starts.
Bathrooms by the HQ Carpentry Team
Real showers, vanities and bathrooms built by our crews. See more in our project gallery.
We Come to You in Wilmette
You never need to come to us. The free estimate, the planning and the whole build happen at your Wilmette home.
Our crews are based on Chicago’s Northwest Side, about 12 miles from Wilmette, so we can get to you quickly.
Call (773) 968-3606 or send the form, and we will book a visit at a time that works for you.
Book a free home visit →How Your Wilmette Bathroom Remodel Comes Together
Free home visit
We see the space, listen to your plans and take measurements.
Written plan
You get a clear scope and timeline before any work starts.
Permits and build
We file the Village of Wilmette permit, then build with a clean, safe work area.
Final walkthrough
We check every detail with you before we call the job done.
Why a Local Bathroom Remodeler Helps in Wilmette
A short drive
Our crews are about 12 miles away, so the job keeps moving and you are not waiting days for a shower.
Plans for the long term
We can build in blocking for grab bars and a low shower curb now, so the bath still works later.
One team
The same crew plans, builds and checks your project from start to finish.
Wilmette Bathroom Remodeling FAQ
Yes. In most ranch hall baths the shower fits in the old tub space and uses the same drain area. We check the floor and drain at the first visit and show you the curb and glass options.
Usually, yes. If the basement is below the sewer line, we plan an ejector pit or similar system to lift the waste. We also plan venting, a fan and a floor that can handle moisture.
Yes. A low or curbless shower, a seat, grab bars and a comfort-height toilet all help. Our guide to an accessible bathroom that still looks good shows what is possible.
It depends on the size of the job and the permit. You get a written schedule before we start. Our bathroom remodel timeline explains each stage.
Most visits happen within a few days. Call us or use the form, and we will find the soonest time.
Check Availability in Wilmette
Call us at (773) 968-3606 or send the form at the top of this page. We are available Monday through Friday 7 AM to 7 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 3 PM.
Serving Wilmette and nearby neighborhoods · Licensed & Insured
Last updated · Reviewed by Tomasz Pietrzyk, Founder of HQ Carpentry
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