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 Cwmbran, a town of around 50,000 people in Torfaen, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Torfaen, Wales
- Postcodes
- NP44
- Location
- 14 miles north-east of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Cwmbran involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Wall panels or tiling
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
Which rules apply in Cwmbran?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Cwmbran before we price.
- 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.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Cwmbran?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran
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 Cwmbran?
Yes. We work across Cwmbran and the NP44 postcode areas, plus the rest of Torfaen. Nearby places we also cover include Pontypool, Risca, Newport (Newport).
Does a shared house in Cwmbran need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Cwmbran?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Cwmbran
- Pontypool · 3 mi
- Risca · 5 mi
- Newport (Newport) · 5 mi
- Blackwood · 8 mi
- Bargoed · 9 mi
- Gelligaer · 10 mi
- All of Torfaen
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cwmbran
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cwmbran
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- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Cwmbran
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Cwmbran
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Cwmbran