BATHROOM REMODELING
Culver City Bathroom Remodel and Renovation
With more than 10 years of experience, ARD Remodeling renovates bathrooms for Culver City homeowners, from a tile and vanity refresh to a rebuilt shower with new plumbing. Culver City's published permit list treats tile differently from plumbing fixtures, so we sort your wish list along that line first and put the result in a written scope.
- Free estimates
- Shower, tub, vanity
- Work-hour aware
- Written scope
Our services
Bathroom projects we plan in Culver City
A bathroom is a small room with a long list of trades. These are the requests we see most.
Tub-to-shower conversions
A low-curb or curbless shower in place of a tub, with the drain and floor slope planned together.
Vanity and mirror updates
A new vanity, top, mirror and lighting, with the supply lines checked while the cabinet is out.
Tile replacement
New floor and wall tile, with waterproofing rebuilt behind it where the old layer has failed.
Fixture and valve upgrades
Shower valves, toilets and faucets, including the water-saving rule for older homes.
THE CITY'S LIST
Which bathroom items Culver City puts on its permit list
The list is a partial public guide and not a ruling on your plan.
Listed as needing a permit
- New, replacement or relocated bathtub, shower, sink or toilet
- Water heater, new, replaced or relocated
- Windows, new or replacement
- Walls, new, replaced or removed
Listed as not needing one
- Floor or wall tile
- Wall coverings
- Interior painting
- Stopping leaks and clearing clogs without replacing pipe
Apply online
In the permit portal, choose Create an Application under the Building tab, then Plumbing.
Possible documents
The city's page mentions a homeowners association approval letter and an asbestos declaration among them.
Building Safety is reached at (310) 253-5800.
Older plumbing behind the tile
If your house dates from several decades ago, the valve, supply lines and drain are worth inspecting while the room is empty. It is easier to replace them before new tile goes on than after.
Valves and supply lines
An old shower valve is easiest to replace when the wall is already open.
Drain and floor slope
A new shower floor needs a drain position and a slope that match.
Hidden moisture damage
Soft framing or stained drywall around a tub is a reason to widen the scope.
Exhaust fan
A fan that vents outside keeps humid air away from the new finishes.
PLAN THE SCOPE
Refresh or rebuild
Two common paths for a bathroom, and what each tends to involve.
Surface refresh
Best for: Rooms with a sound layout and no leaks
- New tile, paint, mirror and lighting
- Fixtures stay where they are
- Less disruption in the house
Keep in mind: If a new vanity or valve changes the plumbing, the city's list may apply.
Full rebuild
Best for: Leaks, a cramped plan or worn-out pipes
- Open walls to check and renew plumbing
- New waterproofing and floor
- Room to change the layout
Keep in mind: More trades, more coordination and a longer period without the room.
DETAILS THAT LAST
Waterproofing and fixtures worth planning early
The finished look is tile and glass, but what protects the room is hidden behind them. We talk through valves, drains and waterproofing before choosing a pattern.
- Valve and drain togetherA new valve and drain are matched to the shower you chose.
- Continuous waterproofingWater should be carried to the drain, not into the wall.
- Light you can useSconces, mirror light and a fan are planned with the electrical work.
Planning for the city's work-hour window
Culver City's enforcement page lists permitted construction hours as 8 AM to 8 PM on weekdays, 9 AM to 7 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 7 PM on Sunday. In an apartment or condo building, the association may be stricter, so ask before agreeing a date.
Tile cutting and demolition
Do the noisy steps early in the allowed window, not near the evening limit.
Shared plumbing
In a multi-unit building, a water shut-off often needs notice to the building.
BEFORE WE VISIT
Things to find out about your bathroom
A few answers save time at the estimate.
- 1Roughly when the house was built
- 2Whether the bathroom has ever leaked or stained a ceiling below
- 3Whether you rent, own or belong to an association
- 4Which fixtures you want to move and which can stay
- 5Whether another bathroom will be available during the work
- 6Any earlier permits or plans for the room
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All remodeling in Culver CityEverything we do in this city, on one page.A QUICK QUESTION?
Wondering what your bathroom would involve?
Describe the room and the change you want. We will explain what to expect before you decide anything.
HOW IT WORKS
How a bathroom remodeling project runs
Step 1
Look at the room
We check the plumbing, the floor and the walls, and ask what you want to change.
Step 2
Write the scope
Tile, glass, fixtures and layout go into a written scope you can review.
Step 3
Check the city's list
We compare the plan with Culver City's permit list and your association's rules.
Step 4
Rebuild and review
Demolition, plumbing, waterproofing and tile follow in order, then we walk through the finished room with you.
Good to know
Before you start in Culver City
Every point below comes from the source shown on its card, with the date we last checked it. Rules change, so confirm anything that affects your project directly with the source.
- Official source
Applying for plumbing work
Culver City's permit portal takes plumbing applications under the Building tab. The city lists a homeowners association approval letter and an asbestos declaration among documents that may be required, and Building Safety can be reached at (310) 253-5800.
City of Culver City, Plumbing Permit Application Checked 2026-10-21 - Official source
What is on the permit list
The city's list names bathtub, shower, sink and toilet installation, replacement or relocation, and water heaters as items needing a permit, and floor or wall tile, wall coverings and painting as items that do not. The list is partial and all work must follow state law and the Municipal Code.
City of Culver City, Required Building Safety Permits Checked 2026-10-21 - Official source
Construction hours
Culver City's Enforcement Services page lists permitted construction hours of 8 AM to 8 PM Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 7 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 7 PM on Sunday.
City of Culver City, Enforcement Services Checked 2026-10-21 - California law
Water-saving fixtures
Under California Civil Code sections 1101.1 to 1101.8, non-compliant plumbing fixtures in single-family homes built in 1994 or earlier must be replaced as a condition of final inspection on permits for alterations and improvements. Toilets above 1.6 gallons per flush, showerheads above 2.5 gallons per minute and interior faucets above 2.2 gallons per minute are non-compliant. Repair and maintenance work does not trigger it.
Permit Sonoma, water-conserving plumbing fixtures (summary of the state law) Checked 2026-10-21
FAQ
Bathroom Remodeling questions in Culver City
Direct answers to what homeowners ask us most. If your question is not here, call or send a request.
- Culver City
- Permits
- Clear scope
Is tile work on the Culver City permit list?
The city's public list places floor or wall tile among items that do not need a permit. If the job also moves or replaces a shower, tub, sink or toilet, those fixtures appear on the list of items that do.
Can I replace only my toilet in Culver City?
The city's list names new, replacement or relocated toilets as needing a permit. Call Building Safety at (310) 253-5800 to confirm how it applies to your case.
Will my older toilets and showerheads have to change?
If the house is a single-family home built in 1994 or earlier and the remodel gets a permit, state law expects non-compliant toilets, showerheads and faucets to be replaced before final inspection. We note them during the visit.
Can you work on weekends?
The city lists Saturday and Sunday construction hours, but your neighbors or association may prefer weekdays. We plan the noisy steps with you and avoid the edge of the window.
What if my bathroom is in a condo building?
Ask the association about notice for water shut-offs, hours for elevators and noise, and rules on flooring or waterproofing. Its approval is separate from the city's, and the city may ask for the association's letter.
What happens if you find damage behind the wall?
We stop, show you what we found, and update the scope in writing before continuing.
Service area
Bathroom Remodeling near Culver City
We work across Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. Call or send a request and we will confirm your address.
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Bathroom Remodeling: main service page
- Los Angeles
- Santa Monica
- Beverly Hills
- West Hollywood
READY TO GET STARTED?
Planning a bathroom remodeling project in Culver City?
Tell us about your home and your plans. We will confirm the details and set up your free estimate.