An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. Landlords in Derry (BT47 and BT48) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have. Derry has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT47 and BT48
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does ensuite installation in Derry involve?
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
- Extractor fan with overrun
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
Which rules apply in Derry?
Ensuite installation in Derry must satisfy national law for Northern Ireland, the NI HMO standards and licence conditions and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Space and amenity standards come from the HMO (Living Accommodation Standard) Regulations (NI) 2019 and the licence conditions.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- New HMOs need building control approval as well as planning permission.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Derry?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,600 – £9,000 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £4,950 – £8,100 | bathroom |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Derry 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 per ensuite on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
For student houses in Derry, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Derry landlords need it?
Landlords in Derry most often ask us for this when:
- Large rooms with space to spare
- Reducing pressure on shared bathrooms
Questions about ensuite installation in Derry
Do ensuites need building control?
New drainage and extraction usually fall under the building regulations, so a building notice or competent-person self-certification is normally needed.
How far do you travel from Derry?
We cover the whole of County Londonderry and work UK-wide. For Derry the nearest towns on our list are Londonderry County Borough (0 miles), Strabane (14 miles), Coleraine (27 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Derry?
With the local council for the address. In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Derry?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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.
Ensuite installation near Derry
- Londonderry County Borough · 0 mi
- Strabane · 14 mi
- Coleraine · 27 mi
- Omagh · 28 mi
- Ballymena · 42 mi
- Enniskillen · 47 mi
- All of County Londonderry
Other HMO services in Derry
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Derry
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Derry
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Derry
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Derry
- House to HMO conversion in Derry
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Derry
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Derry
- Full HMO refurbishment in Derry