Typical prices
Labour prices are for fitting only unless stated. The shower itself, a pump, tiling and electrical work are often extra.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Replace an electric shower like for like | £150–£350 |
| New electric shower including a new electrical circuit | £500–£1,000 |
| Fit a surface-mounted thermostatic mixer shower | £200–£450 |
| Fit a concealed mixer valve before tiling | £350–£800 |
| Install a shower pump (fitting only) | £200–£450 |
| New shower tray and enclosure (fitting only) | £300–£800 |
| Complete walk-in shower or shower room | £3,000–£7,000 |
Indicative UK prices. They vary with location, access and the condition of the existing plumbing – always compare written quotes for your own job.
What affects the cost
- Your hot water system – working with what you have is cheaper than changing it
- Surface-mounted or concealed – concealed valves mean chasing walls and retiling
- Electrical work – a new or more powerful electric shower may need a new circuit
- A pump – needed for weak tank-fed showers, adding the cost of the pump and its installation
- Waterproofing and tiling – essential for walk-in showers and wet rooms
- Access and the condition of existing pipework
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Electric, mixer or power shower?
Electric showers are usually cheapest to replace like for like and work independently of the boiler. Mixer showers can give a better flow but depend on your hot water system. Power showers and pumps only suit tank-fed systems. Choosing the right type for your home avoids paying twice.
Keeping the cost down
Reusing the existing pipework and fixing positions, choosing a surface-mounted valve, and replacing a tired electric shower with a similar model are the cheapest routes. If you're refitting the bathroom anyway, that's the time for concealed valves and new layouts, while the walls are open.
