Planning a bathroom remodel in Fairfax County in 2026? It's going to cost more than you think, and three forces are pushing prices up all at once. In this episode we break down exactly what a Northern Virginia bathroom remodel runs this year, and how to keep your budget under control.

We cover the real 2026 price ranges (mid-range $17,000–$35,000, master suites $35,000–$65,000, luxury spa retreats $70,000–$115,000+), plus the three big cost pressures: the new 50% tariff on imported cabinets and vanities hitting January 1, skilled-labor rates climbing 4.5–6%, and a 12.5% jump in Fairfax County permit fees.

You'll also learn why data-center construction is driving up local plumber and electrician wages, the five project tiers and where you fit, the hidden costs that wreck budgets (relocating a plumbing stack can add $3,000–$9,000), the  ...