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 Barnstaple (EX31 and EX32) 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
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- EX31 and EX32
- Location
- 34 miles north-west of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Barnstaple involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
Which rules apply in Barnstaple?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Barnstaple before we price.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Barnstaple?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | room |
Prices in Barnstaple are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (above 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 Barnstaple landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Barnstaple:
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Barnstaple
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 Barnstaple?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Barnstaple the nearest towns on our list are Bideford (8 miles), Tiverton (28 miles), Porthcawl (32 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Barnstaple?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Barnstaple?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Barnstaple
- Bideford · 8 mi
- Tiverton · 28 mi
- Porthcawl · 32 mi
- Llantwit Major · 34 mi
- Exeter · 34 mi
- Pyle · 34 mi
- All of Devon
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