In short: 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. In East Sussex we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- TN, BN, RH
- Main towns
- Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove, Bexhill-on-Sea
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in East Sussex involve?
- Wall panels or tiling
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
Which rules apply in East Sussex?
- 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.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
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 East Sussex?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Shared bathroom and shower room refits by town in East Sussex
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in East Sussex
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
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.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across East Sussex?
Yes, across the whole of East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings.
Who licenses HMOs in East Sussex?
HMOs in East Sussex are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in East Sussex
- Ensuite installation in East Sussex
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in East Sussex
- Communal kitchen refits in East Sussex
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Sussex
- Full HMO refurbishment in East Sussex
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in East Sussex
- House to HMO conversion in East Sussex
- Rewires and EICR remedials in East Sussex