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Bathroom Vanity Installation in Los Angeles, CA
Single, double, or floating vanities with the top, sink, and plumbing set right, sized to fit your LA bathroom.
- Subfloor checked for water damage
- Quartz, solid surface, or cultured marble
- Plumbing moved for double vanities
- Written, itemized estimate
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Book a Free In-Home Visit
We measure the wall, look under your old vanity, and check the plumbing. The visit’s free, and there’s nothing to sign.
Form fields: Full name, Email, Phone, Project address, Scope (Vanity installation, Full bathroom remodel, Walk-in shower or tub-to-shower, Walk-in tub, Bathtub replacement, Accessible bathroom), Preferred date, Tell us about your bathroom. Submit button: Book My Free Visit (red #E12228).
Free Vanity Measure
We measure your wall and check the floor under the old cabinet. Book a slot.
Plumbing Moves Handled
Drain and supply lines for a second sink, run and inspected. See how it works.
New Vanities Sized for Real LA Bathrooms
Serving: Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Van Nuys, Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, and Burbank.
Bathroom vanity installation in Los Angeles means more than setting a cabinet against the wall. We pull the old vanity, fix what any leak left behind, connect the drain and supply lines, and set the top, sink, and faucet level.
Old vanities often hide a slow leak. When the cabinet comes out, we check the subfloor and tell you what we find before the new one goes in.
Space is the other LA problem. A 1950s Van Nuys hall bath may only take a 24-inch vanity at 18 inches deep, while a Sherman Oaks primary bath fits a 72-inch double. We size yours to the room and the door swing.
- Subfloor checked for rot
- New shutoff valves
- Top and sink set level
- GFCI outlet by the sink
- Mirror and lights centered
- Workmanship warranty [confirm]
Certified Service
CSLB Lic. [#000000]
Pair a New Vanity With the Rest of the Bath
A vanity swap often leads to more bathroom work. Each page below explains what the service involves and which LA bathrooms it suits best.
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Bathroom Remodeling in Los Angeles
The full bathroom: layout, shower or tub, vanity, tile, and permits under one contract.
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Shower Remodeling & Walk-In Showers
Tile or low-threshold walk-in showers with benches, niches, and a waterproofed pan.
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Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Swap a tub you never use for a walk-in shower with a low or zero entry.
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Walk-In Tub Installation
A door-entry tub for soaking safely, with hot water and power planned in.
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Bathtub Replacement
A new alcove, drop-in, or freestanding tub, with the wall and drain done right.
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Accessible & Aging-in-Place Bathrooms
Grab bars on blocking, zero-entry showers, and clearances for walkers and wheelchairs.
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Choosing a Vanity Installation Contractor in LA
Ask who does the plumbing. A vanity job touches the drain, the supply lines, and often the outlet, so check that the CSLB license covers more than carpentry.
Ask what happens if the floor under your old vanity is soft. A low bid often skips shutoff valves, the backsplash, and wall patching, then bills them later. Every line below gets priced in your contract up front.
- Old vanity removal and haul-away
- New shutoff valves and supplies
- Wall blocking for floating units
- Undermount or vessel sink set
- Second sink for a double vanity
- Vanity lights and GFCI outlet
- Subfloor repair under the cabinet
- Drain and P-trap connected
- Quartz or solid-surface top
- Faucet installed and leak-tested
- Recessed medicine cabinet
- Wall patch, paint, and caulk
What Working With Us Looks Like
One point of contact
Your project manager answers the phone, walks the site, and owns the schedule. You never chase a plumber or tile setter for an answer about your own bathroom.
Written scope, written changes
Everything in the contract is a line item. Any change gets priced and signed before a crew touches it, so nothing shows up on a final invoice as a surprise.
A clean site, every evening
Floor protection along the path, dust barriers at the door, and cleanup at the end of each day. We tell you in advance which days the bathroom is out of use.
Five Vanity Setups for LA Bathrooms
Pick the vanity type before the finish. How it mounts, how many sinks it has, and what sits behind the wall decide the scope, so settle those first.
Freestanding Single
A cabinet that stands on the floor, with one sink. Freestanding vanities are the simplest swap, since the drain and supply lines usually stay put. Most small LA baths take a 24-, 30-, or 36-inch unit.
Floating
A cabinet hung on the wall with open floor below. Blocking, meaning solid wood set between the studs, has to carry its weight, so we open the drywall and add it. The open floor makes a tight bath feel bigger.
Double
Two sinks on one top, usually 60 or 72 inches wide. A double vanity suits a shared primary bath. The second sink needs its own drain and supply lines, which means opening the wall to extend them.
Drain & Supply Rough-In
Rough-in means the pipes behind the vanity. Drains usually sit about [18–20] inches off the floor. If your new cabinet has full drawers or floats higher, we move the pipes so they clear it.
Mirror & Medicine Cabinet
A surface-mount cabinet hangs on the wall. A recessed one sits between the studs, so we check for studs, pipes, and wires first. Sconces or a light bar get wired at the right height.
Sink Styles LA Homeowners Pick Most
Choose the sink with the top, not after it. The sink type decides how the top gets cut, how tall the vanity feels, and how fast you can wipe it down.
Undermount
The bowl mounts under a stone top, with no lip. You wipe water straight into the sink, and the fabricator cuts the quartz or granite to the sink’s template.
Vessel
A bowl that sits on top of the counter. Vessel sinks add height, so pair them with a shorter cabinet or a wall-mount faucet. Expect more splashing than an undermount.
Integrated
Sink and top molded as one piece, usually solid surface or cultured marble. With no seam to catch grime, integrated tops suit kids’ baths and rentals.
Drop-In
A sink whose rim rests on the counter. Drop-in sinks are the simplest to fit and work with laminate tops, but grime builds up along the rim.
Console & Pedestal
A sink on legs or a single column, with no cabinet. Consoles fit 1920s Spanish and Craftsman baths, and they trade storage for open floor.
Vanity Top Materials, Compared
Your top decides how the vanity handles makeup, hair products, and LA’s hard water. Pick the top and sink together, since some sinks only work with certain tops.
Top
Best for
Watch out for
Upkeep
Quartz
Busy family and primary baths
Hot styling tools can scorch it
Wipe clean, no sealing
Solid surface
Integrated sinks and rentals
Scratches easily, but sands out
Buff out light scratches
Cultured marble
One-piece tops on a budget
Can craze near the drain
Mild, non-gritty cleaner only
Granite
Heat from curling irons
Pattern varies, so approve the slab
Seal every [1–2] years
Natural marble
Period Spanish and Craftsman baths
Toothpaste and cleaners etch it
Seal yearly; expect some etching
Narrow 18-inch depth
Shallow cabinets for tight 1950s baths where the door or toilet crowds the sink. You give up some drawer space and keep a clear walkway. A small undermount or vessel sink fits best.
Standard 21-inch depth
The depth most vanities ship in. It fits most hall and primary baths and takes any sink type. Check that the door clears the top before you order.
Full 24-inch depth
Deeper cabinets hold more and take a bigger sink. They suit roomy primary baths but crowd a 5-by-8 bathroom, so we measure the walkway first.
Widths that fit
Vanities come in 24, 30, 36, 48, 60, and 72 inches. Two sinks need at least 60 inches; below that, one sink on a long top gives you more usable counter.
Vanity Work in Your LA Home Type
What sits behind your old vanity depends on when the house was built. Here’s what we usually find when the cabinet comes off the wall, by era.
1920s–30s
Spanish & Craftsman
Many still have a pedestal sink with its drain high in a plaster wall. A vanity means lowering the drain and patching plaster, and old galvanized supply lines usually get replaced while the wall’s open.
1940s–60s
Post-War Tract
Hall baths often measure 5 by 8 feet, so a 24- or 30-inch vanity at 18 inches deep keeps the door clear. Swollen particleboard and soft subfloor under the sink are common finds here.
1950s–70s
Mid-Century Post-and-Beam
Floating vanities in walnut or white oak suit these homes. Thin walls and window walls limit where blocking and a recessed medicine cabinet can go, so we map the framing first.
Any era
Hillside Homes
Raised wood floors let a plumber reach a double-vanity drain from the crawl space. Tight stairs and doors matter too, so we confirm a 72-inch cabinet fits through before you order.
Any era
Condos & HOA Buildings
Many buildings share supply risers, so the HOA may need to shut off the water for you. We book that shutoff, work within set hours, and keep the drain in place unless the board approves a move.
Do You Need a Permit for a New Vanity in LA?
A same-size vanity in the same spot usually doesn’t need an LADBS permit. Adding a sink, moving the drain, or adding a lighting circuit does, and we file it when your scope includes that work.
Permit usually required
- Adding a second sink and drain line
- Moving the drain or supply lines
- Adding a circuit for vanity lighting
- Adding or moving a sink-side outlet
- Recessing a cabinet in a bearing wall
No permit usually needed
- Same-size vanity in the same spot
- New top, sink, and faucet
- New shutoff valves and supply lines
- Surface-mount mirror or cabinet
- Swapping a light fixture in place
Old faucets go in pre-1994 homes
California Civil Code 1101.1 requires homes built before 1994 to replace noncompliant fixtures during a permitted alteration. Faucets over 2.2 gpm count, and so do toilets over 1.6 gpf and showerheads over 2.5 gpm.
GFCI protection at the vanity
Bathroom outlets need GFCI protection, which cuts power in a fraction of a second if current leaks to water. When we add lights or move the outlet, the inspector checks that protection.
Lead paint rules before 1978
Opening painted walls for blocking or a recessed cabinet can release lead dust. The EPA’s RRP rule covers homes built before 1978, so our crew contains and cleans that dust with lead-safe methods.
Why Homeowners Pick Us Over the Cheapest Bid
The cheapest vanity bid in Los Angeles often leaves out shutoff valves, the wall patch, and the subfloor check. We price all of it on day one, so the final invoice matches the first number.
- Line-item scope for the cabinet, top, sink, and plumbing
- One project manager answers your calls start to finish
- Vanities ordered only after you approve the size and top
- Floor protection and daily cleanup, so you can stay home
- Payments tied to milestones, never to a calendar
- A written workmanship warranty you can hold us to
- Crews who work on our jobs only, not day labor
Licensed & Insured
CSLB Lic. [#000000]
Free On-Site Estimates
Measured, not guessed
Written Warranty
On our workmanship
Local LA Crews
No day labor on site
What Happens During Your Vanity Install
A vanity job runs in six steps. Ordering the cabinet and top takes the longest, while the hands-on work in your bathroom takes about [1–3] days.
Phase 01
Measure & choose
We measure the wall, the door swing, and the pipes, then help you pick a size, sink, and top. Nothing gets ordered until you approve it.
Phase 02
Order & wait
Stock vanities arrive in about [1–2] weeks. Custom cabinets and cut stone tops take [3–6] weeks, and your old vanity stays in use the whole time.
Phase 03
Remove & inspect
We shut off the water, pull the old vanity, and check the subfloor and wall. Any rot gets photographed and priced before we repair it.
Phase 04
Rough-in
We move drains, add blocking for a floating unit, and run wiring for lights. If your job has a permit, the inspector signs off at this stage.
Phase 05
Set & connect
The cabinet goes in level, followed by the top, sink, and faucet. We connect the drain and supplies, then run water to test for leaks.
Phase 06
Mirror, lights & walkthrough
The mirror or medicine cabinet and the lights go up last. We caulk, clean, and walk the bathroom with you before we call it finished.
Get Your Vanity Sized Before You Order One
One visit gets you exact measurements, a look under your old vanity, and a clear answer on whether the plumbing has to move. The visit’s free, and there’s nothing to sign.
- Measured and checked for water damage on site
- Size, sink, and top options in writing
- No obligation and no pushy follow-up calls
or send the form and we’ll call you back.
Book a Free In-Home Visit
We measure the wall, look under your old vanity, and check the plumbing. The visit’s free, and there’s nothing to sign.
Form fields: Full name, Email, Phone, Project address, Scope (Vanity installation, Full bathroom remodel, Walk-in shower or tub-to-shower, Walk-in tub, Bathtub replacement, Accessible bathroom), Preferred date, Tell us about your bathroom. Submit button: Book My Free Visit (red #E12228).
Bathroom Vanity Installation Across Los Angeles County
We install vanities from Van Nuys to Redondo Beach, in houses, condos, and rentals between tenants. If your neighborhood isn’t listed, call [YOUR PHONE] and ask.
- Sherman Oaks
- Studio City
- Encino
- Tarzana
- Woodland Hills
- Van Nuys
- North Hollywood
- Burbank
- Glendale
- Pasadena
- Altadena
- South Pasadena
- Eagle Rock
- Highland Park
- Silver Lake
- Los Feliz
- Echo Park
- Hancock Park
- Mid-Wilshire
- West Hollywood
- Beverly Hills
- Brentwood
- Santa Monica
- Pacific Palisades
- Culver City
- Mar Vista
- Playa del Rey
- El Segundo
- Manhattan Beach
- Redondo Beach
- Torrance
- San Pedro
- Long Beach
Bathroom Vanity Installation FAQs
Click a question to see the answer. The first one is open to start.
How long does bathroom vanity installation take?
Most vanity installs take [1–2] days in your bathroom. Moving plumbing for a double vanity or repairing a soft subfloor adds [1–2] days. Stock cabinets arrive in about [1–2] weeks, while custom cabinets and cut stone tops take [3–6] weeks, so ordering is usually the longest wait.
Can I replace just the vanity without remodeling the bathroom?
Yes. A same-size swap leaves your floor tile, walls, and shower alone. If the new cabinet has a smaller footprint, it can expose a gap in the floor tile or wall paint, so we measure the old footprint and plan any patch before you order.
What size vanity fits a small bathroom?
A 24- or 30-inch vanity fits most small LA baths. If the door or toilet crowds the sink area, an 18-inch-deep cabinet keeps the walkway open. Leave at least [15] inches from the toilet’s centerline to the vanity and about [21] inches of clear floor in front of the toilet.
How much space do I need for a double vanity?
Plan on 60 inches at minimum and 72 inches for real elbow room. Two sinks on a 60-inch top leave little counter between them. The second sink also needs its own drain and supply lines, which means opening the wall and, in some slab homes, the floor.
Does a floating vanity need extra support?
Yes. A floating vanity hangs on the wall, so it needs solid wood blocking between the studs to carry the cabinet, the top, and anyone leaning on it. We open the drywall, add blocking, and patch before hanging it. Drywall anchors won’t hold.
Which sink type is easiest to keep clean?
An undermount or integrated sink, because there’s no rim to trap grime. You wipe water straight into the bowl. Vessel sinks splash more and need a shorter cabinet or a taller faucet. Drop-in sinks are simple to fit but collect buildup where the rim meets the counter.
Do I need a permit to replace a vanity in Los Angeles?
Usually not for a same-spot swap. LADBS typically requires a permit when you add a sink, move the drain or supply lines, or add a circuit for lighting. We confirm the rule for your exact scope and pull the permit when the job needs one.
What if there's water damage under my old vanity?
We find it the day the old cabinet comes out. We photograph the damage, show it to you, and price the fix in a written change order before any repair starts. Soft subfloor near the drain turns up often in older LA bathrooms, so we check for it on the first visit.
Can you install a recessed medicine cabinet?
Usually, yes. A recessed cabinet sits between the studs, so we check that wall for pipes, vents, and wiring first. An exterior wall or a drain stack can rule it out. When it does, a surface-mount cabinet gives you similar storage without cutting into the wall.
What's included in a vanity installation estimate?
Old vanity removal, the new cabinet, top, sink, faucet, shutoff valves, drain hookup, and wall patch. Plumbing moves, blocking, and electrical work each get their own line. Anything missing from the estimate isn’t in the price, so ask before you sign.
Other Remodels We Handle
Kitchen Remodeling
Cabinets, countertops, islands, and permits under one contract.
Home Additions & ADUs
Detached ADUs, garage conversions, and room additions from plans to permit.
Whole-Home Remodel
Every room on one schedule, one permit set, and one crew.
Planning Guides for LA Homeowners
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A vanity sized to your room gives you storage without crowding the door or the toilet. Los Angeles Home Remodelers measures, checks the subfloor, and handles the plumbing, top, and lights. Book your free vanity measure today.
- Free vanity measures, Mon–Sat
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- Written workmanship warranty
Mon–Sat, 8am–6pm
Book a Free In-Home Visit
We measure the wall, look under your old vanity, and check the plumbing. The visit’s free, and there’s nothing to sign.
Form fields: Full name, Email, Phone, Project address, Scope (Vanity installation, Full bathroom remodel, Walk-in shower or tub-to-shower, Walk-in tub, Bathtub replacement, Accessible bathroom), Preferred date, Tell us about your bathroom. Submit button: Book My Free Visit (red #E12228).