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 Rottingdean, a town of about 22,000 people in East Sussex, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- East Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- BN2
- Location
- 4 miles east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rottingdean involve?
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Tanking and waterproofing
Which rules apply in Rottingdean?
Here is what usually applies to a Rottingdean 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.
- 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 Rottingdean?
| 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 |
Prices in Rottingdean are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Rottingdean landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Rottingdean:
- Before a licence inspection
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rottingdean
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 Rottingdean?
We cover the whole of East Sussex and work UK-wide. For Rottingdean the nearest towns on our list are Brighton (4 miles), Hove (5 miles), Portslade (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Rottingdean?
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 Rottingdean?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Rottingdean
- Brighton · 4 mi
- Hove · 5 mi
- Portslade · 7 mi
- Seaford · 8 mi
- Burgess Hill · 11 mi
- Haywards Heath · 13 mi
- All of East Sussex
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