An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. Bexley is 13 miles east of London. We price ensuite installation there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- DA1, DA5, DA6 and DA15
- Location
- 13 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does ensuite installation in Bexley involve?
- Extractor fan with overrun
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
Which rules apply in Bexley?
Ensuite installation in Bexley must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two, and 4.64 m² for a child under 10.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- 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.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Bexley?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Bexley follows a site visit.
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.
When do Bexley landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bexley:
- Moving a house up to professional sharers
- Large rooms with space to spare
Questions about ensuite installation in Bexley
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 Bexley?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Bexley the nearest towns on our list are Welling (2 miles), Dartford (3 miles), Swanley (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bexley?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Bexley?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Bexley
- Welling · 2 mi
- Dartford · 3 mi
- Swanley · 3 mi
- Eltham · 4 mi
- Thamesmead · 4 mi
- Blackheath · 6 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Bexley
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bexley
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bexley
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bexley
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Bexley
- House to HMO conversion in Bexley
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Bexley
- Fire doors in Bexley
- Extensions for extra rooms in Bexley