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 Trowbridge, a town of around 40,000 people in Wiltshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Wiltshire, England
- Postcodes
- BA14
- Location
- 19 miles south-east of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Trowbridge involve?
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Slip-resistant flooring
- Extractor fan with humidistat or overrun
- Wall panels or tiling
- Tanking and waterproofing
Which rules apply in Trowbridge?
Here is what usually applies to a Trowbridge job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- 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.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
How much do shared bathroom and shower room refits cost in Trowbridge?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Trowbridge:
- Before a licence inspection
- Too few bathrooms for the number of sharers
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Trowbridge
Can a shower room replace a bathroom?
Usually yes. Most councils accept a shower in place of a bath.
How far do you travel from Trowbridge?
We cover the whole of Wiltshire and work UK-wide. For Trowbridge the nearest towns on our list are Bath (8 miles), Frome (8 miles), Chippenham (10 miles).
Does a shared house in Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Trowbridge
- Bath · 8 mi
- Frome · 8 mi
- Chippenham · 10 mi
- Kingswood · 16 mi
- Mangotsfield · 17 mi
- Yate · 18 mi
- All of Wiltshire
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