Bathroom Remodel in Forest Hills, MI
Primary bath transformations, custom tile showers, and aging-in-place builds for Forest Hills Northern, Central, and Eastern homeowners. Fixed-price contracts, 3D design before demolition, protected from start to finish.
Book Your Free Discovery CallBuilt for the Way Forest Hills Lives
Forest Hills homes — from Cascade-side colonials and Reeds Lake-adjacent estates to Knapp's Corner contemporaries — share a common trait. They're built to last and built to be lived in for decades. The bathroom your family uses every morning should hold up to the same standard.
A lot of Forest Hills primary baths were original to the build or last touched 15–25 years ago. Beige tile, builder-grade fixtures, a tub no one uses, a vanity with a single sink in a two-adult household. It works, but it doesn't fit how you actually live now — or how you'll want to live in this house for the next twenty years.
Thornapple Construction handles Forest Hills bathroom remodels end-to-end. In-home consultation, 3D design before we touch a wall, fixed-price contract that locks the number, one project lead managing every trade and inspection. The result is a bathroom that feels like the rest of your home should have felt all along.
Bathroom Remodels Tailored to Forest Hills Homes
Most Forest Hills bathroom remodels fall into one of these four scopes. Where yours lands depends on the existing layout, finish ambitions, and how much plumbing/electrical can stay in place. We talk through all of it on the discovery call.
$35,000 – $60,000+
Full primary suite redo — curbless walk-in shower with frameless glass, freestanding soaking tub, double vanity, heated tile floor, custom millwork, designer lighting. The kind of bathroom that makes Mondays bearable.
$30,000 – $55,000
Zero-threshold tile shower that reads as luxury today, comfort-height fixtures, reinforced walls for future grab bars, slip-resistant tile, wider doorway. Designed so the planning disappears into the architecture.
$18,000 – $32,000
Hall bath or guest bath full remodel within the existing footprint. New tile shower or tub surround, vanity, fixtures, lighting, flooring. Layout stays — finishes get caught up to the rest of the house.
$60,000+
Wall removals, expanded footprint into the closet or adjacent bedroom, custom steam shower, designer stone, integrated closet redesign. When you want the primary bath to feel like a private wing of the house.
For more on what drives the price, read our bathroom remodel cost guide for Grand Rapids. Or call (616) 404-3400 for a range on your specific space.
What's Different About Remodeling in Forest Hills
Permits & Inspections
Forest Hills addresses fall under either Grand Rapids Township or Cascade Township for permitting, depending on where the property sits. We pull every permit and schedule every inspection — plumbing, electrical, final — directly with the township. You never have to step into a municipal office.
If your bathroom remodel involves moving plumbing, adding circuits, or any structural change, it needs a permit. Refinishing tile or swapping like-for-like fixtures usually doesn't. We'll tell you which side of the line your project sits on during the consultation.
Forest Hills Neighborhoods We Serve
Forest Hills Northern — Cannonsburg-adjacent properties, ranch and split-level renovations, primary suite expansions.
Forest Hills Central — colonial and contemporary renovations across the established central neighborhoods.
Forest Hills Eastern — newer construction and aging-in-place builds across the eastern edge into Ada Township.
Knapp's Corner area — contemporary primary bath transformations for the homes along the East Beltline corridor.
See Our Bathroom Remodels
Real projects from Forest Hills and surrounding Grand Rapids-area homes. See the design intent, the finishes, and the protection process at work.
Spa Sanctuary Bathroom
Curbless walk-in shower, freestanding tub, custom tile, heated floors. Primary bath turned retreat.
Modern Sophistication
Bold tile, clean lines, frameless glass, and storage that disappears into the design.
Classic Retreat Bathroom
Classic-meets-modern primary bath with custom tile, dual vanity, freestanding tub, and aging-in-place features.
What Our Clients Say
"Communication and work completed was high quality."
— Verified Google review (4.7 ★ average across 19 reviews)
Common Questions From Forest Hills Homeowners
Do you do bathroom remodels in Forest Hills, MI?
Yes — Forest Hills is one of our most active service areas. We've completed bathroom remodels across Forest Hills Northern, Forest Hills Central, and Forest Hills Eastern, ranging from guest bath refreshes to luxury primary suite transformations. Our Wyoming office is roughly 20 minutes from most Forest Hills homes.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Forest Hills?
Forest Hills bathroom remodels typically run from $25,000 for a mid-range guest bath up to $60,000+ for a luxury primary suite with curbless tile shower, freestanding tub, and double vanity. We provide a fixed-price contract after scope finalization — no allowance games, no surprise change orders.
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Forest Hills?
Most bathroom remodels involving plumbing relocations, electrical work, or structural changes require a permit from Grand Rapids Township or Cascade Township (depending on your Forest Hills address). We handle all permits and inspections as part of every project — you never have to coordinate with the building department directly.
Can you do accessibility / aging-in-place bathroom remodels in Forest Hills?
Absolutely. Many of our Forest Hills clients are planning for the long haul in the home they love. We design curbless showers, comfort-height fixtures, reinforced walls for future grab bars, and wider doorways — built into the architecture so they read as luxury today and become essential tomorrow. Read more on our aging-in-place remodeling guide.
How long does a Forest Hills bathroom remodel take?
Most Forest Hills bathroom remodels run 4–8 weeks from demolition to final walkthrough. Timeline depends on scope, material lead times, and whether plumbing is being relocated. Every milestone is mapped in your contract before work begins.
Can I stay in my home during the remodel?
Yes — if you have another bathroom available. We install plastic dust barriers, bring portable restrooms so our crew never uses your bathrooms, and schedule professional cleanings throughout. Your daily routine stays as close to normal as possible.
Helpful Forest Hills Bathroom Remodel Resources
Bathroom Remodel Overview
Our full bathroom remodel page — scope, process, what's included, and FAQs.
Bathroom Remodel Cost Guide
Real Grand Rapids-area bathroom remodel costs broken down by scope and finish level.
Bathroom Remodel Timeline
What to expect week by week — demo, rough-in, tile, finishes, final walkthrough.
Luxury Bathroom Remodeling
Heated floors, frameless glass, custom vanities — what a luxury bath looks like.
Aging in Place Remodeling
How to design a bathroom that stays safe and comfortable for decades — without sacrificing style.
All Forest Hills Services
Kitchen remodels, additions, basements, and whole-home renovations for Forest Hills.
Ready to Plan Your Forest Hills Bathroom Remodel?
It starts with a free discovery call — a quick phone conversation to discuss your project, get honest answers, and see if we're the right fit. No commitment. No pressure. Just clarity.
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