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 Wigston Magna (LE2 and LE18) 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
- Leicestershire, England
- Postcodes
- LE2 and LE18
- Location
- 4 miles south-east of Leicester
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wigston Magna involve?
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Wall panels or tiling
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
Which rules apply in Wigston Magna?
Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wigston Magna must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Wigston Magna?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,350 – £8,750 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,900 – £9,700 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Wigston Magna can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Wigston Magna landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wigston Magna
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 Wigston Magna?
We cover the whole of Leicestershire and work UK-wide. For Wigston Magna the nearest towns on our list are Oadby (2 miles), Leicester (4 miles), Market Harborough (10 miles).
Does a shared house in Wigston Magna 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 Wigston Magna?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Wigston Magna
- Oadby · 2 mi
- Leicester · 4 mi
- Market Harborough · 10 mi
- Hinckley · 12 mi
- Loughborough · 14 mi
- Coalville · 15 mi
- All of Leicestershire
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