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 Torfaen 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
- NP
- Main towns
- Cwmbran, Pontypool
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Torfaen involve?
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Wall panels or tiling
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
Which rules apply in Torfaen?
- 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 Torfaen?
| 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 Torfaen
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Torfaen
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.
How many bathrooms does my HMO need?
The national test is adequacy; councils usually set a ratio, often one bathroom per five sharers, with an extra WC in some cases. We check your council’s figure.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across Torfaen?
Yes, across the whole of Torfaen, including Cwmbran, Pontypool.
Who licenses HMOs in Torfaen?
Torfaen council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Torfaen
- Ensuite installation in Torfaen
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Torfaen
- Communal kitchen refits in Torfaen
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Torfaen
- Full HMO refurbishment in Torfaen
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Torfaen
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Torfaen
- House to HMO conversion in Torfaen