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 Felixstowe, a town of about 25,000 people in Suffolk, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Suffolk, England
- Postcodes
- IP10 and IP11
- Location
- 46 miles south of Norwich
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Felixstowe involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- 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 Felixstowe?
Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Felixstowe 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 Felixstowe?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
Prices in Felixstowe are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 5–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Felixstowe, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Felixstowe landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
- Before a licence inspection
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Felixstowe
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.
Which postcodes in Felixstowe do you work in?
All of them, including IP10 and IP11, and the surrounding parts of Suffolk.
Does a shared house in Felixstowe 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 Felixstowe?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Felixstowe
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- Clacton-on-Sea · 15 mi
- Colchester · 20 mi
- Stowmarket · 22 mi
- Sudbury · 27 mi
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