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 Rhondda Cynon Taf we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- CF
- Main towns
- Rhondda, Tonypandy, Pontypridd, Aberdare, Llantrisant
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rhondda Cynon Taf involve?
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Wall panels or tiling
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Heated towel rail and lighting
Which rules apply in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,150 – £8,450 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,750 – £9,400 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rhondda Cynon Taf
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.
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Yes, across the whole of Rhondda Cynon Taf, including Rhondda, Tonypandy, Pontypridd.
Who licenses HMOs in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Rhondda Cynon Taf council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Ensuite installation in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Communal kitchen refits in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Full HMO refurbishment in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Student HMO refurbishment in Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Extensions for extra rooms in Rhondda Cynon Taf