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 Newtownabbey 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
- BT36 and BT37
- Location
- 4 miles north of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newtownabbey involve?
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Heated towel rail and lighting
Which rules apply in Newtownabbey?
Here is what usually applies to a Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Newtownabbey can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Newtownabbey landlords need it?
Landlords in Newtownabbey most often ask us for this when:
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newtownabbey
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.
Which postcodes in Newtownabbey do you work in?
All of them, including BT36 and BT37, and the surrounding parts of County Antrim.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newtownabbey?
With the local council for the address. In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Newtownabbey?
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 Newtownabbey
- Holywood · 4 mi
- Belfast · 4 mi
- Carrickfergus · 6 mi
- Castlereagh · 6 mi
- Dundonald · 6 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 10 mi
- All of County Antrim
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