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. Across City of Edinburgh, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Edinburgh
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in City of Edinburgh involve?
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Wall panels or tiling
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
Which rules apply in City of Edinburgh?
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in City of Edinburgh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | 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 City of Edinburgh
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in City of Edinburgh
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.
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across City of Edinburgh?
Yes, across the whole of City of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh.
Who licenses HMOs in City of Edinburgh?
City of Edinburgh council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in City of Edinburgh
- Ensuite installation in City of Edinburgh
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in City of Edinburgh
- Communal kitchen refits in City of Edinburgh
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in City of Edinburgh
- Full HMO refurbishment in City of Edinburgh
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in City of Edinburgh
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in City of Edinburgh
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in City of Edinburgh