Any bathhouse or sauna room eventually requires repair. This need is associated with the operating conditions of such buildings, since constant exposure to moisture and high temperatures leads to the formation of fungus, mold and other damage. Repair of the bathhouse is planned taking into account the material from which the building is built, as well as the timing of the work performed. Most often, timber is used as the main materials. Although other options involve the use of bricks, cinder blocks, shell rock, etc.

When to do bath repairs

The most common problems encountered when using a bathhouse include the following:

• Heat loss in the room

Heat conservation is one of the most important tasks that must be solved during renovation work. There can be many reasons for the losses, one of which is the deterioration of the thermal insulation of the walls. In this case, the replacement of thermal insulation materials is most often required. It can be carried out both with the dismantling of the interior lining of the room and in the form of insulation of the bathhouse from the outside.

Another reason for heat loss is the presence of drafts. In this case, the tightness of the windows in the room is checked. If necessary, they can be replaced with modern double-glazed windows. Drafts can also occur in wooden baths, which indicates the need to tar the walls.

• The appearance of the smell of carbon monoxide

This smell does not disappear even after cleaning the chimney. In this case, the problem may be in the operation of the stove. Therefore, it is worth considering replacing it with a new one. At the same time, it is advisable to inspect the roof, floor, ceiling, carry out either a complete repair of the bathhouse roof, or replace elements that have rotted or have a suspicious appearance.

• Appearance of fungus

It is necessary to check the walls, floor, furniture, drain. You need to get rid of this problem at once in all areas. Otherwise, after a certain period of time, you will have to carry out procedures to destroy black spots again.

How is a sauna, bathhouse or hammam repaired?

Before starting work, it is necessary to carry out revision work - in order to organize the entire process of repairing the hamam in one go. It is also worth drawing up a repair estimate, which will make it possible to determine the total cost of the work in advance. Cosmetic repairs to the bath will involve minor financial investments. Major repairs to the sauna will consist of several stages that are performed sequentially:

• Dismantling work - external repairs to the bath are carried out, the old stove, chimney, floor and ceiling are disposed of.
• Taking measurements and designing - the interior design of the sauna is created taking into account all communications.
• Carrying out rough work - if necessary, repairs to the floor in the sauna, the foundation are made, the logs on the floor are changed, showers are arranged, a frame made of timber is installed, insulation and vapor barrier are carried out. A ventilation and power supply system is also installed.
• Finishing the sauna - internal repairs to the bath consist of the process of sheathing the walls with clapboard, installing windows and doors, and forming shelves. The stove and lighting elements are also installed.

The final stage is the handover of the facility. At this stage, all documents are signed and the bathhouse or sauna, ready for operation, is handed over to the customer.

Bathhouse repair: price and completion time

The cost of repairing a bathhouse can vary depending on the region and the volume of stages. The final price is determined per square meter for finishing or comprehensive repair of a turnkey bathhouse. The estimate may include waterproofing the bathhouse, wall cladding, floor installation, repair of the bathhouse stove and other services that may have separate prices.

In addition, the formation of the cost is influenced by:

• the quality, quantity and price of materials used in the repair of the steam room.
• the total volume of work - the repair of the SPA zone can be cosmetic, turnkey or major;
• the complexity of the work - the arrangement of slopes and other elements in a special configuration is usually more expensive than standard work.

The price for the repair of saunas will also be affected by the duration of the work. Repairs in an accelerated format will cost more.