In short: 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. We carry this out across Carmarthenshire, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- SA
- Main towns
- Llanelli, Ammanford, Carmarthen
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Carmarthenshire involve?
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Wall panels or tiling
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
Which rules apply in Carmarthenshire?
- 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.
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 Carmarthenshire?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Shared bathroom and shower room refits by town in Carmarthenshire
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Carmarthenshire
What stops mould in shared bathrooms?
Good extraction that keeps running after use, some background heat and finishes that do not trap moisture. We fit all three.
How many bathrooms does my HMO need?
The national test is adequacy; councils usually set a ratio, often one bathroom per five sharers, with an extra WC in some cases. We check your council’s figure.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across Carmarthenshire?
Yes, across the whole of Carmarthenshire, including Llanelli, Ammanford, Carmarthen.
Who licenses HMOs in Carmarthenshire?
Carmarthenshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Carmarthenshire
- Ensuite installation in Carmarthenshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carmarthenshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Carmarthenshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Carmarthenshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Carmarthenshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Carmarthenshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in Carmarthenshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Carmarthenshire