How Adding a Bathroom Can Make Your Home Happier

• 2 months ago
• General Contracting

Why You’ll Love Having an Extra Bathroom

Thinking about adding another bathroom to your home? Whether you're tired of waiting in line every morning or planning to boost your home’s resale value, a bathroom addition could be the perfect upgrade. According to the National Association of Realtors, over half of homeowners who added a bathroom reported higher satisfaction with their home—and even felt more inclined to stay in more often.

Where to Squeeze in a Bathroom

Not sure you have the space? Think again. It’s easier than you might expect to fit an additional bathroom into your home—even without expanding your footprint.

• Full Bathroom: You’ll need roughly 5x8 feet.

• Half Bathroom: Just 3x6 feet is enough.

Here are a few smart places to carve out the room:

🛏️ Bedroom

Steal a few feet from an existing bedroom to create a master bath or a Jack-and-Jill setup between bedrooms. Losing a bit of bedroom space is worth the convenience.

🛤️ Hallway

You may have unused square footage hiding in plain sight. Long hallways can be reworked to accommodate a compact bathroom.

🧥 Closets

Got a large bedroom closet or hallway linen closet? Repurpose it into a bathroom. You can add smart shelving elsewhere to make up for lost storage—check out our small bathroom storage hacks for ideas.

➕ Add-On

Still stuck? Consider a small bump-out addition. Borrowing a few feet from your backyard might be a game-changer.

How Much Does It Cost to Add a Bathroom?

Once you’ve found the perfect spot, the next question is: does it fit your budget? Bathroom addition costs can vary widely depending on your layout, finishes, and access to plumbing.

💧 Full Bathroom Addition

Estimated Cost: $25,000–$60,000

If you’re using existing interior space, your main expenses will be plumbing and electrical. Consult a licensed contractor to understand what’s needed—and to pull any necessary permits.

🚽 Half Bathroom Addition

Estimated Cost: $6,000–$12,000

Half baths are generally more affordable since you’re only installing a toilet and sink.

💡 Pro Tip: According to the National Association of Realtors, you can expect to recoup about 50% of your investment in added home value.

6 Big Benefits of Adding a Bathroom

1. More Space for Growing Families

A second or third bathroom can make daily routines way less hectic—especially in busy households. No more morning lineups or evening squabbles.

2. Perfect for Guests and Entertaining

Hosting overnight guests or family gatherings becomes much smoother when visitors have their own bathroom.

3. Better Accessibility and Safety

Adding a bathroom on the main floor is great for aging in place or accommodating loved ones with mobility issues. Install grab bars, slip-resistant floors, and a walk-in shower for maximum accessibility.

4. Put Unused Areas to Work

Turn a rarely used room or hallway corner into something functional. It’s a smart way to get more value out of every square foot in your home.

5. More Privacy for Everyone

An extra bathroom means fewer interruptions, fewer arguments, and more personal space—whether you need time to get ready or a peaceful bubble bath break.

6. Boosts Your Home’s Resale Value

Adding a bathroom doesn’t just improve your quality of life—it also boosts your home’s worth.

• Half bath: +10.5% value increase

• Full bath: +20% value increase

(Source: National Association of Home Builders)

Don't Forget Your Existing Bathrooms

Once your new bathroom is complete, your old one might start to feel outdated. No worries—check out our step-by-step bathroom remodeling guide to bring all your bathrooms up to speed.

Ready to add comfort and value to your home?

A bathroom addition might just be the upgrade your home—and your happiness—needs.

Thinking about adding another bathroom to your home? Whether you're tired of waiting in line every morning or planning to boost your home’s resale value, a bathroom addition could be the perfect upgrade. According to the National Association of Realtors, over half of homeowners who added a bathroom reported higher satisfaction with their home—and even felt more inclined to stay in more often.