Renovation Priority Map
Based on a review of the property's inspection reports and typical mechanical lifespans for 1990s desert builds, we have isolated the specific liabilities that will impact your renovation budget. Replace the HVAC system and complete a full repipe of the home before any cosmetic work begins. Both items are on borrowed time and will fail at the worst possible moment if deferred. Coordinating these together while walls are open in Phase 2 will reduce labor overlap significantly.
The primary bath is a critical driver of resale value. This specific footprint is spacious, but the heavy structural elements — like the glass block partition — significantly date the home and shrink the perceived square footage.
The plumbing stack is well-positioned. By keeping the vanity and shower drainage in their current locations, we avoid costly slab-trenching, which saves roughly $12,000 in hidden structural labor.
Demo the dated glass block shower wall and the bulky built-in tub deck. Replace with a seamless wet room and a modern freestanding soaking tub. Extend the dual vanity to include a dedicated sit-down makeup station, featuring custom flat-panel cabinetry and mitered quartz. Finally, remove the dated "Hollywood" bulb strips and replace with high-end modern sconces and backlit mirrors.
High-water-usage turf throughout. Requires xeriscaping with drought-tolerant landscaping and modern irrigation. Estimated $20,000.
Plaster is pitting visibly along the waterline. Re-plaster only — no structural work needed. Estimated $10,000.