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 Bideford (EX39) 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
- EX39
- Location
- 36 miles north-west of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bideford involve?
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Wall panels or tiling
Which rules apply in Bideford?
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 Bideford 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.
- 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 Bideford?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bideford can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Bideford landlords need it?
Landlords in Bideford most often ask us for this when:
- Before a licence inspection
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bideford
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.
How far do you travel from Bideford?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Bideford the nearest towns on our list are Barnstaple (8 miles), Tiverton (32 miles), Exeter (36 miles).
Does a shared house in Bideford 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 Bideford?
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 Bideford
- Barnstaple · 8 mi
- Tiverton · 32 mi
- Exeter · 36 mi
- Heavitree · 37 mi
- Porthcawl · 39 mi
- Pyle · 41 mi
- All of Devon
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