An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. Landlords in Greenwich (SE8, SE10 and SE14) 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. With students as well as working sharers renting in Greenwich, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SE8, SE10 and SE14
- Location
- 5 miles south-east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does ensuite installation in Greenwich involve?
- Lighting and electrics to bathroom zones
- Stud partition or pod installation
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
- Extractor fan with overrun
Which rules apply in Greenwich?
Ensuite installation in Greenwich 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:
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Greenwich?
| 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 Greenwich 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.
For student houses in Greenwich, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Greenwich landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Moving a house up to professional sharers
- Reducing pressure on shared bathrooms
Questions about ensuite installation in Greenwich
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 Greenwich?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Greenwich the nearest towns on our list are Blackheath (1 miles), Canary Wharf (2 miles), Catford (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Greenwich?
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 Greenwich?
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 Greenwich
- Blackheath · 1 mi
- Canary Wharf · 2 mi
- Catford · 2 mi
- Peckham · 3 mi
- Canning Town · 3 mi
- Eltham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Greenwich
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Greenwich
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Greenwich
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Greenwich
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Greenwich
- House to HMO conversion in Greenwich
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Greenwich
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Greenwich
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Greenwich