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 West Lothian we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, Armadale
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in West Lothian involve?
- Tanking and waterproofing
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
Which rules apply in West Lothian?
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in West Lothian?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | 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 West Lothian
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in West Lothian
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.
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
Do you carry out shared bathroom and shower room refits across West Lothian?
Yes, across the whole of West Lothian, including Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn.
Who licenses HMOs in West Lothian?
West Lothian council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in West Lothian
- Ensuite installation in West Lothian
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in West Lothian
- Communal kitchen refits in West Lothian
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in West Lothian
- Full HMO refurbishment in West Lothian
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in West Lothian
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in West Lothian
- Fire alarm and detection systems in West Lothian