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 Ballymena we start with a measured survey, check the NI HMO standards and licence conditions for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT42, BT43 and BT44
- Location
- 23 miles north-west of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Ballymena involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
Which rules apply in Ballymena?
Here is what usually applies to a Ballymena job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions have the final detail.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- Licence conditions and council enforcement cover disrepair, damp and mould in licensed HMOs.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Ballymena?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £4,950 – £8,100 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,600 – £9,000 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £220 – £450 | room |
Prices in Ballymena are shown with our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 5–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Ballymena, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Ballymena landlords need it?
Landlords in Ballymena most often ask us for this when:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Ballymena
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 Ballymena?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Ballymena the nearest towns on our list are Antrim (10 miles), Larne (18 miles), Newtownabbey (20 miles).
Does a shared house in Ballymena need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people forming more than two households live there as their main home and pay rent. Licensing for every council in Northern Ireland is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Ballymena?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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 Ballymena
- Antrim · 10 mi
- Larne · 18 mi
- Newtownabbey · 20 mi
- Carrickfergus · 21 mi
- Belfast · 23 mi
- Holywood · 24 mi
- All of County Antrim
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Ballymena
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ballymena
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