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 Heywood (M24, OL10 and OL11) 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
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M24, OL10 and OL11
- Location
- 8 miles north of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Heywood involve?
- Wall panels or tiling
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Slip-resistant flooring
Which rules apply in Heywood?
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 Heywood 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 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.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Heywood?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Prices in Heywood are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below 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 Heywood landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Heywood:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Heywood
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Which postcodes in Heywood do you work in?
All of them, including M24, OL10 and OL11, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Heywood?
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 Heywood?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Heywood
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- Bury · 3 mi
- Royton · 4 mi
- Whitefield · 4 mi
- Chadderton · 5 mi
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