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. For a house in Walton-on-Thames we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- KT12 and TW16
- Location
- 15 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Walton-on-Thames involve?
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Wall panels or tiling
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
Which rules apply in Walton-on-Thames?
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 Walton-on-Thames 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- 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.
- 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 Walton-on-Thames?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Walton-on-Thames can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 5–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Walton-on-Thames landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Walton-on-Thames:
- Before a licence inspection
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Walton-on-Thames
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.
Do you cover all of Walton-on-Thames?
Yes. We work across Walton-on-Thames and the KT12 and TW16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Surrey. Nearby places we also cover include Sunbury-on-Thames, Esher, Hampton.
Does a shared house in Walton-on-Thames 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 Walton-on-Thames?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Walton-on-Thames
- Sunbury-on-Thames · 1 mi
- Esher · 2 mi
- Hampton · 3 mi
- Hanworth · 3 mi
- Ashford (Surrey) · 4 mi
- Feltham · 4 mi
- All of Surrey
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