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. Landlords in Cardiff (CF10, CF11, CF23 and CF24) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have. With students as well as working sharers renting in Cardiff, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Cardiff, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF10, CF11, CF23 and CF24
- Council
- Cardiff Council
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Cardiff involve?
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Wall panels or tiling
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Slip-resistant flooring
Which rules apply in Cardiff?
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 Cardiff 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.
Cardiff Council: local HMO schemes
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Cathays: 1 Feb 2023 to 1 Feb 2028. Plasnewydd had a scheme from 1 Jan 2021; check with Cardiff Council whether it has been renewed. |
|---|---|
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Cardiff before you buy or start work. Source: Cardiff Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Cardiff?
| 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 Cardiff can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 5–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Cardiff, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Cardiff.
When do Cardiff landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Cardiff:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Cardiff
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Do you cover all of Cardiff?
Yes. We work across Cardiff and the CF10, CF11, CF23 and CF24 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cardiff. Nearby places we also cover include Whitchurch, Penarth, Caerphilly.
Which council covers HMOs in Cardiff?
Cardiff is covered by Cardiff Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Cardiff?
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 Cardiff
- Whitchurch · 3 mi
- Penarth · 3 mi
- Caerphilly · 7 mi
- Barry · 7 mi
- Llantrisant · 9 mi
- Risca · 9 mi
- All of Cardiff