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 Macclesfield (SK10 and SK11) 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.
- Area
- Cheshire, England
- Postcodes
- SK10 and SK11
- Location
- 16 miles south of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Macclesfield involve?
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Wall panels or tiling
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Slip-resistant flooring
Which rules apply in Macclesfield?
Here is what usually applies to a Macclesfield job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Macclesfield?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Prices in Macclesfield are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Macclesfield landlords need it?
Landlords in Macclesfield most often ask us for this when:
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Macclesfield
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
How far do you travel from Macclesfield?
We cover the whole of Cheshire and work UK-wide. For Macclesfield the nearest towns on our list are Wilmslow (6 miles), Congleton (8 miles), Cheadle Hulme (8 miles).
Does a shared house in Macclesfield need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Macclesfield?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Macclesfield
- Wilmslow · 6 mi
- Congleton · 8 mi
- Cheadle Hulme · 8 mi
- Hazel Grove · 9 mi
- Buxton · 9 mi
- Stockport · 10 mi
- All of Cheshire
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