Lisa Gomez

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Bathroom Upgrades

Lisa writes about bathroom upgrades that make daily life easier. That often means replacing old tubs, improving safety in slippery spaces, and helping homeowners plan remodels that won’t spiral into expensive surprises. facebook.com/lisa.gomez.home


Lisa Gomez's Projects

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Jul

28

How to Buy Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures You Won't Regret

How to Choose Plumbing Fixtures for Your BathroomPlumbing fixtures don't get the same attention as tile or paint color,...
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Jul

28

7 Toilet Buying Mistakes to Avoid Before You Buy

Common Toilet Buying Mistakes You Need to AvoidBuying a new toilet sounds simple until you actually start shopping. Walk into...
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Jul

28

How to Choose Bathroom Fixtures and Finishes That Won't Go Out of Style

Bathroom Fixtures & Finishes That Never Go Out of StyleA bathroom remodel is one of the biggest investments many homeowners...
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Jul

06

Master Bathroom Remodel Cost: What Homeowners Should Actually Budget in 2026

Master Bathroom Remodel Cost in 2026: Budget GuideA master bathroom remodel costs more than a hall bath remodel for the same...
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Jun

30

Small Bathroom Design Tips: A Complete Guide from Planning to Finishing

Small Bathroom Design Guide: Layout, Storage & MoreA small bathroom is a space where every inch matters and every design...
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Jun

30

Luxury Bathroom Design Guide: Eight Upgrades That Transform the Space

Luxury Bathroom Upgrades Without a Full RemodelA bathroom that feels luxurious is not necessarily the one with the biggest...
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Jun

30

Bathroom Vanity Buying Guide: What to Choose and What to Avoid

Bathroom Vanity Mistakes: What to Avoid and WhyA bathroom vanity has to do two things that are fundamentally at odds. It has to...
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Jun

16

Bathroom Trends 2027: What Is Coming and What to Plan For Now

Top Bathroom Trends Homeowners Will See in 2027Milan Design Week recently showcased where bathroom design is headed over the...
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Jun

16

Bathroom Tile Selection Guide: What to Choose and What to Avoid

Bathroom Tile Selection GuideThe tile that looks perfect on a showroom sample board under ideal lighting gets installed in a...
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Jun

16

Bathroom Materials to Avoid: What Fails and What to Use Instead

Bathroom Materials to Avoid: What Fails and WhyThe bathroom is one of the most demanding environments in a home from a...
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May

11

5 Tricks That Make Small Bathrooms Look Bigger & More Expensive

5 Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Look BiggerSmall Bathroom Design Ideas That Make Bathrooms Feel Bigger and More Expensive A...

Lisa Gomez's Ideas

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Jul

17

Bathroom Countertop Materials Guide: Quartz vs Granite vs Marble vs Solid Surface

Best Bathroom Countertop Material: Quartz vs GraniteA bathroom vanity countertop occupies maybe 10 to 20 square feet, but it is...
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Jul

16

Bathroom Addition Cost Guide: What Homeowners Should Budget When Adding a Bathroom

Bathroom Addition Cost: Bump-Out vs Full AdditionAdding a bathroom to a house that does not have enough of them is one of the...
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Jul

15

Walk-in Shower Cost and Installation Guide: What Homeowners Should Budget in 2026

Walk-In Shower Installation Cost: Budgeting for 2026A walk-in shower is one of the most-requested bathroom upgrades in 2026,...
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Jul

15

Bathroom Lighting Guide: Fixture Types, Placement Rules, and Installation Costs

Bathroom Lighting Cost and Placement Guide for HomesBathroom lighting is the difference between a room that functions well and...
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Jul

15

Bathroom Tile Types: Ceramic vs Porcelain vs Natural Stone vs Glass — A Complete Comparison

Bathroom Tile Types Compared: Ceramic, Porcelain, StoneTile is the surface material that defines a bathroom more than any other...
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Jul

15

Bathroom Exhaust Fan Installation: Cost, Sizing, and What Homeowners Need to Know

Bathroom Exhaust Fan Cost: Installation and Sizing GuideA bathroom exhaust fan is one of those fixtures that gets zero...
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Jul

07

Half Bath to Full Bath Conversion Cost: What Homeowners Should Budget in 2026

Half Bath to Full Bath Conversion CostsA half bath has a toilet and a sink. A full bath adds a shower or tub. Converting a half...
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Jul

07

Bathroom Plumbing Cost: What Homeowners Should Budget in 2026

Bathroom Plumbing CostsPlumbing is the single most expensive line item to change in a bathroom remodel. Moving a toilet, sink,...
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Jun

08

How Long Does a Bathroom Remodel Take?

Bathroom Remodel: Timeline by Project TypeMost homeowners underestimate how long a bathroom remodel takes. They hear from...
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Jun

01

How Much Does a Small Bathroom Remodel Cost?

Small Bathroom Remodel Cost: What to Budget for a Compact SpaceA small bathroom -- typically a powder room, half bath, or a...
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Apr

30

If a Guest Used Your Bathroom, Would You Feel Confident?

Take a moment and picture this: a guest in your home asks to use the bathroom. As they walk down the hall, do you feel...
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Mar

13

Making Bathrooms Safer Without Sacrificing Style

Safer Bathrooms Without Sacrificing StyleYou walk into a bathroom that looks clean, modern, and simple. The shower has a low...
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Mar

03

Bathroom Sophistication with Functionality

You have to admit – there is something quite appealing about a bathroom that feels polished and approachable. And when it comes...

Lisa Gomez's Answers

Can a bathroom remodel improve home value?

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Many homeowners find bathroom upgrades improve both comfort and resale appeal.
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Is it better to repair or replace an old bathtub?

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Minor chips or stains can often be refinished, but structural damage usually requires replacement.
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What are signs of water damage behind bathroom walls?

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Peeling paint, soft drywall, musty smells, and warped baseboards are common indicators.
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What causes a bathtub or shower to crack?

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Cracks can develop from structural shifting, heavy impact, or aging fiberglass or acrylic materials.
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What causes bathroom tile grout to crumble?

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Grout deteriorates over time due to moisture exposure, improper sealing, or house movement.
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When should a bathtub or shower be replaced?

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Replacement may be needed when there are persistent leaks, structural cracks, extensive mold behind walls, or outdated...
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When should I hire a bathroom contractor?

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If there are plumbing leaks, structural cracks, mold issues, or a full replacement is needed, professional installation is...
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Why does my bathroom develop mold so quickly?

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Bathrooms are humid environments. Poor ventilation, slow leaks, or trapped moisture behind tile can create ideal conditions...
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Why does my shower drain slowly?

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Soap residue, hair buildup, or plumbing blockages are common causes.
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Why is water leaking around my shower door?

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This can occur when door seals wear out, tracks clog with debris, or the shower pan is not draining properly.
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