A shared bathroom refit replaces worn or failing bathrooms in an HMO with hard-wearing, easy-clean ones: good extraction, waterproofing, thermostatic showers and finishes that stand up to several users a day. For a house in Porthcawl we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Bridgend, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF33 and CF36
- Location
- 14 miles south-east of Swansea
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Porthcawl involve?
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
Which rules apply in Porthcawl?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Porthcawl before we price.
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Porthcawl?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,150 – £8,450 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,750 – £9,400 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Porthcawl can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 5–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Porthcawl landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Porthcawl
Will you work while tenants use the house?
Yes, if another bathroom is available. We plan the work so the house is never left without one.
How far do you travel from Porthcawl?
We cover the whole of Bridgend and work UK-wide. For Porthcawl the nearest towns on our list are Pyle (3 miles), Bridgend (6 miles), Coity (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Porthcawl?
With the local council for the address. Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Porthcawl?
Our guide ranges for Wales are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Shared bathroom and shower room refits near Porthcawl
- Pyle · 3 mi
- Bridgend · 6 mi
- Coity · 7 mi
- Maesteg · 9 mi
- Llantwit Major · 10 mi
- Briton Ferry · 12 mi
- All of Bridgend
Other HMO services in Porthcawl
- Ensuite installation in Porthcawl
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Porthcawl
- Communal kitchen refits in Porthcawl
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Porthcawl
- Full HMO refurbishment in Porthcawl
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Porthcawl
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Porthcawl
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Porthcawl