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 Exmouth (EX6 and EX8) 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
- EX6 and EX8
- Location
- 9 miles south-east of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Exmouth involve?
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Wall panels or tiling
Which rules apply in Exmouth?
Here is what usually applies to a Exmouth job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Exmouth?
| 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 Exmouth can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 5–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Exmouth, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Exmouth landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Exmouth:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Exmouth
How many bathrooms does my HMO need?
The national test is adequacy; councils usually set a ratio, often one bathroom per five sharers, with an extra WC in some cases. We check your council’s figure.
How far do you travel from Exmouth?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Exmouth the nearest towns on our list are Heavitree (8 miles), Exeter (9 miles), Newton Abbot (11 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Exmouth?
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 Exmouth?
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 Exmouth
- Heavitree · 8 mi
- Exeter · 9 mi
- Newton Abbot · 11 mi
- Torquay · 12 mi
- Paignton · 14 mi
- Tiverton · 20 mi
- All of Devon
Other HMO services in Exmouth
- Ensuite installation in Exmouth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Exmouth
- Communal kitchen refits in Exmouth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Exmouth
- Full HMO refurbishment in Exmouth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Exmouth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Exmouth
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Exmouth