Cumming has grown faster than almost anywhere in Georgia — and its bathrooms tell the story: thousands of homes built in the 2000s and 2010s with builder-grade primary baths that are structurally fine and stylistically done. Here are the honest 2026 bathroom remodel ranges we quote across Forsyth County, and what moves a project between tiers.
Bathroom Remodel Cost in Cumming, GA by Scope
- Refresh (new vanity, fixtures, paint, lighting): $3,500 – $8,500
- Mid-range remodel (new tile, tub or shower replacement, vanity, flooring): $8,500 – $18,000
- Full custom remodel (layout changes, custom tile walk-in shower, quality finishes): $15,000 – $28,000
- Luxury / primary-suite build (expansion, freestanding tub, heated floors): $30,000 – $55,000
Scope drives the number, not square footage — moving plumbing, upgrading from acrylic to custom tile, and fixture quality are the three biggest levers.
The Classic Cumming Project: Builder-Grade to Custom
If your home went up during Forsyth’s building boom, your primary bath probably shipped with a standard tub, a framed acrylic shower, and cultured-marble counters. Our most requested Cumming project replaces all three in one pass: a custom tile walk-in shower with frameless glass (typically $8,000–$15,000 installed), a real vanity with storage, and tile that makes the room feel intentional. That lands squarely in the mid-to-custom tiers.
What Raises (or Lowers) Your Cost in Cumming
- Raises it: relocating plumbing, enlarging the footprint, premium tile patterns, freestanding tubs, double vanities
- Lowers it: keeping the existing layout, refinishing what’s sound, quality mid-tier fixtures over designer labels
Permits run through the City of Cumming or Forsyth County depending on your address — we pull and manage them on every project, inspections included.
Is It Worth It? Bathroom ROI in Cumming
Forsyth County consistently ranks among Georgia’s most in-demand markets, and buyers here expect updated baths. A modern walk-in shower is one of the first things they remember from a showing — and one of the rooms you use every single day until then.
Why Cumming Homeowners Choose Buford Renovations
Licensed and insured, BBB accredited (A+), 5.0-rated on Google, and Best of Houzz 2021–2026 — an easy drive from our Buford headquarters. See our bathroom remodeling services, our Cumming remodeling page, or recent projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Cumming?
Most run 2–4 weeks once materials arrive; primary-suite builds run longer. Written schedule before we start, always.
Do I need a permit?
If plumbing, electrical, or structure changes — yes. We handle the whole process with the City of Cumming or Forsyth County.
How do I get an exact price?
Free in-home consultation: call (404) 376-5391 or schedule online. Planning the kitchen too? Our Cumming kitchen cost guide uses the same honest framework.