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 Shetland Islands we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- ZE
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Shetland Islands involve?
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Wall panels or tiling
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Tanking and waterproofing
Which rules apply in Shetland Islands?
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Shetland Islands?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Shetland Islands
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.
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 Shetland Islands?
Yes, across the whole of Shetland Islands.
Who licenses HMOs in Shetland Islands?
Shetland Islands council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Shetland Islands
- Ensuite installation in Shetland Islands
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Shetland Islands
- Communal kitchen refits in Shetland Islands
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Shetland Islands
- Full HMO refurbishment in Shetland Islands
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Shetland Islands
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Shetland Islands
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Shetland Islands