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Markham is where Y2 Design & Build is based, where our showroom sits, and where a large share of our projects are built. A bathroom remodel in Markham with Y2 is designed by our in-house team, priced line by line before you commit, and built under one project manager who lives this city’s permit process every week.
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Our showroom, at 3400 14th Avenue, Unit 16, puts us minutes from Unionville, Cornell, Berczy Village, and nearly every other Markham neighborhood. That proximity changes the experience in practical ways:
That local footing is why homeowners trust us with the bathroom remodel in Markham they’ve been putting off.
From first call to final walkthrough — here's exactly how it works.
Call or request a quote online. We visit your home, take measurements, and listen to what you want — no pressure, no charge.
You get a written, itemized quote covering scope, materials, and labour. The price you approve is the price you pay.
One dedicated project manager runs your renovation on a locked schedule — permits, trades, and cleanup all handled for you.
A bathroom fails from the inside out. Cracked grout, mildew, and loose tile are usually symptoms of something done poorly behind the surface. Every bathroom remodel in Markham we build follows the same layered standard, and this table shows what that means and what to watch for in any quote you compare.
| Layer | What Y2 installs | Why it matters | Shortcut to watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framing and backing | Straightened studs, plus wood backing for grab bars, glass and accessories | Flat walls let large tiles sit level; backing holds fixtures securely for decades | Tile set over bowed studs, or grab bars anchored only in drywall |
| Supply and drain lines | New PEX or copper supply lines, properly sloped and vented drains | Prevents hidden leaks, slow drains and sewer odors | Reusing corroded lines because “they still work” |
| Shower valve | Pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve | Keeps water temperature steady and prevents scalding | Reinstalling an old valve behind new tile |
| Ventilation | Fan sized to the room and ducted to the exterior | Removes moisture that causes mold and peeling paint | A fan vented into the attic, or no fan at all |
| Electrical | GFCI-protected outlets, dedicated circuits for heated floors or bidet seats | Safety in a wet room and enough power for modern fixtures | Extension of an overloaded existing circuit |
| Waterproofing | Continuous membrane on shower walls, floor and curb, flood-tested | Grout and tile are not waterproof on their own | Tile set straight onto drywall or untreated cement board |
| Tile setting | Correct thin-set, full mortar coverage and leveling for large tiles | Stops hollow spots, cracking and uneven edges | Spot-bonding tiles with dabs of adhesive |
| Grout and sealant | Grout suited to the space, with flexible silicone at corners and changes of plane | Corners move slightly; silicone flexes where grout would crack | Grout in inside corners that cracks within months |
You’ll see these layers itemized in your Y2 quote, so you know exactly what you’re paying for and what’s going behind your walls.
The choices below have the biggest impact on how your bathroom works. We walk through each one during design, and our 3D visuals let you compare options before anything is ordered.
Here’s where Y2’s projects typically land:
Layout changes, tile quantity, custom glass, heated floors, and anything discovered behind the walls are the biggest variables. We quote every bathroom remodel in Markham in writing before work starts, and we cost any changes for your approval first. For a Markham-specific breakdown, read our Markham bathroom renovation cost guide, and see a realistic schedule for each phase of a bathroom project.
Consultation at home: We measure, assess the plumbing and ventilation, and find out how many people share the room each morning.
Showroom session: You compare tile, vanities, and fixtures at our 14th Avenue showroom with your designer.
3D design: You review the layout and finishes and refine them until they’re right.
Fixed, itemized quote: Every material and labor cost is listed for your approval.
Orders and approvals: We cross-check materials against the drawings and submit whatever the City of Markham and the ESA require.
Construction: Demolition and rough-ins come first, then the membrane and its flood test, then tile, and finally fixtures, glass, and lights.
Walkthrough and handover: Your project manager reviews every detail with you before we consider the job finished.
Anything concealed that we uncover during demolition is photographed and priced in writing, and it only proceeds with your approval. Curious how the household routine changes while crews are in? Our guide to living through a Markham renovation covers it.
Real reviews from real renovation clients across the Greater Toronto Area.
“From the start, my wife and I felt completely at ease working with John and Andy. We couldn't be happier with our new bathrooms — finished exactly on schedule and within budget. The entire experience exceeded our expectations.”
Marc
Markham
“It was so wonderful working with Y2. John was my primary contact and he was AMAZING and so professional. We redid our primary bathroom and flooring — everything was so organized and timely.”
Shararah S.
Markham
“We wanted to update our bathroom with a budget in mind. Y2 listened, started work the next day, and finished in 4 days. We are very pleased and would recommend them.”
Karthi
Pickering
“Jeff from Y2 Design was very helpful throughout the process. The work was done efficiently and effectively. Will highly recommend.”
Smriti
Markham
“They did our flooring for us. Floors look great, and we're really happy!”
Lizzie
Ajax
“Our kitchen was completely outdated and Y2 turned it into something we're actually excited to cook in. The team walked us through every material choice and stuck to the timeline they gave us.”
David T.
Oakville
Y2 bathroom crews work in every part of the city:
Wherever you live in the city, your bathroom remodel in Markham is handled by our own crews under a fixed contract price. Planning more than one room? See our Markham pages for kitchen renovations, basement renovations and whole-home renovations. Our bathroom teams also serve nearby Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Scarborough and Pickering. Browse our GTA bathroom renovation services or the full service area.
Common questions from Markham homeowners about bathroom remodeling projects.
Yes. You’ll find us at 3400 14th Avenue, Unit 16. Phone before you come, and we’ll make sure a designer is available to walk you through tile, vanity, and fixture options.
If there’s any chance you’ll want one, yes. Adding a GFCI outlet beside the toilet during the remodel is simple and inexpensive compared to opening a finished wall later.
In showers and on floors that see heavy use, it often is. Epoxy grout resists stains and doesn’t need sealing, though it costs more and takes more skill to install. We’ll recommend it where it adds real value.
Replacing fixtures in place generally doesn’t. Moving drains, adding a bathroom, or altering structural walls usually does, and new electrical work requires an ESA notification. We confirm the requirements and file everything for you.
Yes, gladly. Phone (647) 294-2888, and a Mandarin-speaking Y2 colleague will take you through design ideas, permits, and the quote.
Shopping for fixtures? Read our comparison of vanity retailers and suppliers first. Before demolition, check how your insurance treats renovation work, and if you’re making the bathroom safer for an older relative, read about Ontario renovation tax credits and incentives. You can also learn more about Y2 and our team.
Bring photos of your current bathroom, or a list of everything that bothers you about it. After a home visit, you’ll get a line-by-line fixed quote that carries no obligation. Stop by 3400 14th Avenue, Unit 16. Ring (647) 507-3639 for English; Mandarin speakers can reach us at (647) 294-2888. Our inbox, info@y2canada.com, is always open, and you can also reserve a consultation time online.
Tell us about your project — or call (647) 507-3639 to talk now.
