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 Lowestoft (NR32 and NR33) 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
- Suffolk, England
- Postcodes
- NR32 and NR33
- Location
- 22 miles south-east of Norwich
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Lowestoft involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
Which rules apply in Lowestoft?
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 Lowestoft before we price.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Lowestoft?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Before a licence inspection
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Lowestoft
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Which postcodes in Lowestoft do you work in?
All of them, including NR32 and NR33, and the surrounding parts of Suffolk.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Lowestoft?
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 Lowestoft?
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 Lowestoft
- Great Yarmouth · 9 mi
- Norwich · 22 mi
- Bowthorpe · 25 mi
- Stowmarket · 37 mi
- Ipswich · 38 mi
- Felixstowe · 39 mi
- All of Suffolk
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