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 Wrexham 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
- LL, SY
- Main towns
- Wrexham, Rhosllannerchrugog, Brymbo
What do shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wrexham involve?
- Wall panels or tiling
- Strip-out and repairs to floors and walls
- Separate WC where the ratio needs it
- Heated towel rail and lighting
- Thermostatic shower and bath or walk-in shower
- Tanking and waterproofing
Which rules apply in Wrexham?
- 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 Wrexham?
| 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 Wrexham
Questions about shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wrexham
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.
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 Wrexham?
Yes, across the whole of Wrexham, including Wrexham, Rhosllannerchrugog, Brymbo.
Who licenses HMOs in Wrexham?
Wrexham council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Wrexham
- Ensuite installation in Wrexham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wrexham
- Communal kitchen refits in Wrexham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wrexham
- Full HMO refurbishment in Wrexham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wrexham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Wrexham
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