South & Southwest Side
Bathroom remodeling in Bridgeport
When is it time to stop patching an old shower?
Bridgeport has workers' cottages, two-flats, bungalows and some newer homes. Many owners have kept an older bathroom going with repairs and now face a bigger decision.
Housing you'll commonly see
Older cottages, frame homes and two-flats are common, with newer infill in some blocks. Every property is different, so treat this as context rather than a description of your home.
Signs patching isn't enough
Recurring grout cracks, soft spots near the tub, loose tile or water stains on ceilings below can point to failed waterproofing that surface fixes can't solve.
Doing it once
If the shower is coming out, replacing the valve, adding a fan and updating supply lines at the same time can prevent another demolition later.
Is caulk enough to stop a leak around the tub?
It can seal a gap, but if water has already gotten behind the tile, the underlying problem remains.
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