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. Tiverton is 12 miles north of Exeter. We price shared bathroom and shower room refits there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- EX16
- Location
- 12 miles north of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Tiverton involve?
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
Which rules apply in Tiverton?
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 Tiverton before we price.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Tiverton?
| 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 Tiverton 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 Tiverton, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Tiverton landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Before a licence inspection
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Tiverton
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.
Which postcodes in Tiverton do you work in?
All of them, including EX16, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Does a shared house in Tiverton 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 Tiverton?
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 Tiverton
- Exeter · 12 mi
- Heavitree · 13 mi
- Taunton · 19 mi
- Exmouth · 20 mi
- Newton Abbot · 26 mi
- Bridgwater · 26 mi
- All of Devon
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Tiverton
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Tiverton
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