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What should a bathroom vanity replacement quote include?
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I’m comparing quotes for replacing an existing bathroom vanity and want to make sure I’m comparing the same scope of work. The replacement will be the same width, but I’m not yet sure whether the countertop and sink can be reused without adjustments.
Should the quote clearly state whether it includes:
- Removing the old cabinet, countertop, sink, and faucet
- Disconnecting and reconnecting the water supplies and drain
- Adjusting shutoff valves or the drain if the new cabinet changes clearances
- Removing and reinstalling the countertop, or supplying a new one
- Faucet and sink installation, caulking, and leak testing
- Wall or floor patching after removal
- Debris disposal and haul-away
I’m especially concerned about change orders if the existing drain or shutoffs don’t line up with the new vanity, or if the countertop is damaged during removal. For those who’ve compared installation quotes, which omissions caused problems, and what wording did you look for before approving the work?
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Your concern about the drain and shutoffs not lining up is exactly where I’d want the quote to assign responsibility. It should state who verifies the new vanity’s actual dimensions, drawer clearances, sink position, and plumbing locations before installation, rather than leaving that to an assumption based on width alone.
I’d also ask for separate pricing or a written approval limit for conditions discovered after removal, such as concealed water damage, deteriorated subfloor or wall material, noncompliant shutoffs, or drain work that requires opening the wall. The quote can say those items are excluded, but it should identify the labor and material rates used if they become necessary.
For the countertop, I’d look for wording that says whether removal is attempted at the installer’s risk, or whether damage to an old or bonded top is excluded. That distinction matters if the plan is to reuse it. Finally, require leak testing after reconnection and specify who pays if a leak appears because an existing valve or connection fails during the work.
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