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 Penarth 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
- Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF64
- Location
- 3 miles south of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Penarth involve?
- Wall panels or tiling
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Heated towel rail and lighting
Which rules apply in Penarth?
Here is what usually applies to a Penarth job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Penarth?
| 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 |
Prices in Penarth are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Penarth landlords need it?
Landlords in Penarth most often ask us for this when:
- Before a licence inspection
- Bathrooms that leak, smell or grow mould
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Penarth
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 Penarth?
Yes. We work across Penarth and the CF64 postcode areas, plus the rest of Vale of Glamorgan. Nearby places we also cover include Cardiff, Whitchurch, Barry.
Does a shared house in Penarth 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 Penarth?
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 Penarth
- Cardiff · 3 mi
- Whitchurch · 5 mi
- Barry · 5 mi
- Caerphilly · 10 mi
- Weston-super-Mare · 11 mi
- Llantrisant · 11 mi
- All of Vale of Glamorgan
Other HMO services in Penarth
- Ensuite installation in Penarth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Penarth
- Communal kitchen refits in Penarth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Penarth
- Full HMO refurbishment in Penarth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Penarth
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Penarth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Penarth