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158 articles from the Hayes Plumbing team on bathroom renovations for homes in Oshawa and Durham Region.

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158 articles in Bathroom Renovations

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Why You Should Find Your Shut-Off Valve Now

If you experience a major plumbing leak in your house, what would you do? You would probably say you’d call your local plumber and that is, indeed, a smart move to make. However, that’s only second on the list of things to do during a plumbing emergency. Pause for a second and think of what

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Black rain shower head, hand shower and tiled niche
Bathroom Renovations

Should Water Pipes be Insulated?

Insulating their home’s hot water pipes is an easy decision for a lot of homeowners. When you can find really good insulating pipe sleeves for a really low price, it seems impractical to resist the energy savings that you’ll get. Unfortunately, not all homeowners are aware of this simple efficiency booster and why it is

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Toilet beside a window in a renovated bathroom
Bathroom Renovations

Is It Time to Swap Your Bathtub for a Shower?

Very few things are as relaxing as a warm bubble bath that could melt all the stress brought about by a busy day. However, not everyone actually has the luxury of time to spend in a bath. Because of this, most people agree that having a shower makes more sense. And this is why most

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Freestanding soaker tub and toilet in a renovated bathroom
Emergency Plumbing

Overflowing Toilet? Here’s What to Do

Water rising up to your toilet’s brim is never a welcome sight. In fact, this situation causes anxiety to every homeowner who experiences it. But you don’t have to panic when this happens to you. Knowing how to deal with an overflowing toilet is the key. An overflowing toilet is most likely the result of

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Bathroom Renovations

Prevent Slipping in the Shower with Bathroom Upgrades

Accidents like slip-and-fall do happen unexpectedly. But if there’s one place in the house where you’re at an increased risk, it would be the bathroom. With the wet tub and tiles, just one wrong step and you could be seriously damaged. The possibility of slipping and falling in your shower is not something to be

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Bathroom Renovations

Easy Fixes for Chipped Sinks and Bathtubs

We normally find enamel and porcelain bathtubs and sinks in Canadian homes. It is not surprising since they are very resilient. But that does not mean they are not invincible. In fact, you might find that if you drop something really heavy or hard (accidentally or otherwise), the surface of these fixtures could be easily

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How to Find Hidden Water Leaks

Detecting leaks at their early stage can save you from a big disaster and also save you money. That is why it is important that you detect the signs of leaks at the earliest time possible so you can contact your trusted plumber. Here are some of the things that you can do to detect

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DIY Plumbing Mistakes You Should Avoid

Nowadays, a lot of people choose to go online if they need to fix minor plumbing concerns. That’s understandable. After all, there are small plumbing problems can be easily handled by a DIY aficionado. But there are just some things that you have to be really wary of. There may be some problems that

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Bathroom Renovations

Adding a Bathroom to Your Basement

A basement bathroom can both make your life a whole lot easier and boost the value of your home. If you have recently re-purposed your basement into something you can use more frequently like a gym, a home office, or a game room, then you’re going to appreciate a bathroom in that area that means

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Grey shaker vanity with a quartz top and black faucet
Bathroom Renovations

Is Your Toilet Saying Goodbye?

Does your toilet look too retro for the rest of the home? Is it giving you a tired and retired vibe? Does it give you more drama than your favourite television shows? If so, then it’s probably time to find a new one for your home. Here are some warning signs that tell you you’re

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Extend the Life of Your Water Heater

If taking cold showers is going to be a problem with you, it is very important that you keep your water heater in top form. Performing a thorough inspection twice a year can help minimize the risk of your water heater suddenly breaking down. Aside from that, giving your water heater some TLC can actually

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Bathroom Renovations

Why is There a Foul Smell from Your Bathroom?

Your bathroom is your go-to space if you need to groom yourself – bathe, shower, freshen up, or wash your face. Needless to say, it is a really important place and you definitely want it to be a place you’d want to go to. However, if the room smells foul, we doubt that you’d be

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Bathroom Renovations

Are You Ready for a Bathroom Renovation?

A bathroom renovation can be quite a stressful project, but with some helpful tips, you can definitely keep it from turning into a big ball of disaster. Bathrooms are among the most difficult renovation project to endure mainly because of how inconvenient it is when your bathroom is “out of order”. This is especially so

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Leaks & Pipes

What to Do with Molds in Your Bathroom

Who would want a bathroom full of mold? No one! When you see mold in your bathroom, naturally, you’d want to get rid of it. Before you start working on getting rid of it though, you should understand first, why it is attracted to your bathroom and where else it could be growing.   You

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Bathroom Renovations

Why is Flushing Your Toilet So Noisy?

If you have been living in your home for quite some time now, you probably have grown accustomed to the “normal” sounds you toilet makes when you use it. Yes, we mean that faint whooshing sound that water makes as you flush and that hissing sound that signals the refilling of the tank. When you

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Why Your Sewer Line Clogs

Most homeowners encounter clogged drains every once in a while. Whether it’s your sink or your bathtub draining too slowly, we all agree that clogs can really spell trouble – especially if things go beyond the usual single clog. We’re talking about that disastrous situation when all the drains begin backing up at the same

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Freestanding soaker tub and toilet in a renovated bathroom
Bathroom Renovations

5 Areas to Add an Extra Bathroom

Are you tired of having to wait until it’s your turn to take a shower every morning? Are you frustrated about not being able to go when you need to go because someone’s still in the bathroom? If so, perhaps it is time for you to consider getting an extra bathroom done. If you think

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What to Expect from Professional Drain Cleaning

Professional drain cleaning and rooter service should be made part of your home’s maintenance routine. Having a scheduled drain cleaning every year can greatly reduce and avoid problems from high water pressure, and in general, give your plumbing system a longer life span. But what actually happens during a professional drain cleaning process? Drain

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Bathroom Renovations

8-Point Checklist Before a Bathroom Renovation

A bathroom renovation is a big and exciting project for most homeowners. However, before you commit yourself to the task of choosing the best tile colour and tub styles, there are some things that you need to go over first if you want the project to be a success. To avoid getting overwhelmed and trapped

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Preventive Measures to Avoid Plumbing Mishaps

A preventive maintenance system can help keep the plumbing system in your home at its ultimate working condition. Other homeowners hesitate about maintaining their pipes, drains, and toilets – thinking it’s expensive and tedious. But if you think of it, paying for the cost of repairs if problems arise is always pricier than if you

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Bathroom Renovations

Are Smart Toilets for You?

Are you having a house built or just considering a bathroom remodel? Either way, you might want to take a look at smart toilets. If you think they sound a bit high end, it is because, well, they are. These super cool and extra techy toilets can make your life really easier.   Of course,

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Common Plumbing Mistakes you Might be Making

It is completely understandable that you want to deal with some plumbing issues in your house, especially if they seem really easy to do. The bad news is, almost nothing about plumbing is easy to do, unless you are a professional. There are a lot of homeowners who commit some blunders and DIY-ing is not

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Bathroom Renovations

How to Make the Most out of a Tiny Bathroom

Have you seen those TV shows or magazines with those luxurious bathrooms where you can probably stay all day without feeling the need to ever leave? You probably know the feeling of not having one like them. If you are like most of us, you probably feel like your bathroom is shrinking every day. While

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Bathroom Renovations

Inexpensive Ways to Transform Your Bathroom into a Spa

Isn’t the idea of coming home to your own spa tempting? It is, especially if you spend your whole day working really hard. Having a special space in your home where you can just relax both your mind and your body is something that could help ease you of stress and tiredness.   You might

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Looking for prices?

Our 2026 Oshawa plumbing cost guide and Durham Region bathroom renovation cost guide publish the planning ranges we work from.

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