Typical overall costs
These are broad ranges for a typical UK family bathroom, including the suite, tiling and all labour. Small en suites can cost less; large or luxury bathrooms much more.
| Type of refit | Typical total |
|---|---|
| Budget refit, same layout, standard suite | £4,000–£6,500 |
| Mid-range refit with new shower and tiling | £6,500–£10,000 |
| Premium refit or layout changes | £10,000–£18,000+ |
| Plumbing labour only (first and second fix) | £1,200–£3,000 |
Indicative UK prices. They vary with location, access and the condition of the existing plumbing – always compare written quotes for your own job.
Where the money goes
Labour is usually the largest single cost. A full refit can involve a plumber, a tiler, an electrician and a plasterer, either coordinated by one bathroom fitter or arranged separately by you.
- Stripping out the old bathroom and removing waste
- First fix plumbing and any pipework changes
- Electrical work: lighting, extractor fan, electric shower or underfloor heating
- Plastering, boarding and waterproofing
- Tiling walls and floor
- Second fix: fitting the suite, taps, shower and accessories
- The suite, tiles, brassware and materials themselves
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What makes bathrooms more expensive
Moving the toilet, adding a walk-in shower or wet room, fitting wall-hung sanitaryware or concealed valves, replacing old pipework and dealing with rotten floors all add cost. So do premium tiles, which take longer to lay, and designer brassware. Upgrading the hot water system to supply a better shower can also be part of the project.
Getting comparable quotes
Ask each installer to break their quote down: labour by trade, materials they're supplying, waste removal and what happens if they find problems. Agree who supplies the suite and tiles. A clear specification – even a simple sketch and a list – makes quotes far easier to compare. Most full refits take one to three weeks, depending on the scope.
