An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. In Croydon, a place of roughly 170,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- CR0, CR7 and SE25
- Location
- 9 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does ensuite installation in Croydon involve?
- Extractor fan with overrun
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
- Lighting and electrics to bathroom zones
Which rules apply in Croydon?
Here is what usually applies to a Croydon job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- 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 Croydon?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Croydon can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days per ensuite. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Croydon landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Reducing pressure on shared bathrooms
- Moving a house up to professional sharers
Questions about ensuite installation in Croydon
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 Croydon?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Croydon the nearest towns on our list are South Croydon (1 miles), Wallington (3 miles), Carshalton (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Croydon 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 does ensuite installation cost in Croydon?
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 Croydon
- South Croydon · 1 mi
- Wallington · 3 mi
- Carshalton · 3 mi
- Mitcham · 3 mi
- Purley · 3 mi
- Streatham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Croydon
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Croydon
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Croydon
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Croydon
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Croydon
- House to HMO conversion in Croydon
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Croydon
- Extensions for extra rooms in Croydon
- Full HMO refurbishment in Croydon