Bathrooms and en-suites in County Down

Covering County Down

Our bathrooms and en-suites service in County Down covers Bangor, Newtownards, Newry and Banbridge and more.

Homes in County Down

Housing in Northern Ireland mixes terraces in Belfast and Derry with detached houses and bungalows in towns and rural areas, many with room to extend.

What goes into bathroom installation?

Most bathroom problems come from poor waterproofing and ventilation, so we tank wet areas, fit extraction that actually clears steam, and check water pressure before choosing showers. All electrics in bathrooms are done to the special-location rules.

Planning and building control applications to the council
Strip-out and disposal
Plumbing and waste alterations

What will bathroom installation cost?

Use these ranges to budget for bathrooms and en-suites; the survey turns them into a fixed price for the agreed specification.

Bathrooms and en-suites	Guide price incl. VAT
En-suite or shower room	£5,500 to £10,000
Family bathroom refit	£7,000 to £12,000
Premium bathroom or wet room	£12,000 to £20,000

Planning and building rules in County Down

Projects in Northern Ireland need planning clearance from one of the eleven councils and building control approval, also from the council. The Party Wall etc. Act does not extend to Northern Ireland, so work near neighbours is agreed directly and documented carefully.

Bathroom refits do not need planning permission; electrics and ventilation must meet building regulations.

What can affect bathroom installation?

Low water pressure limits the choice of shower; a pump or unvented cylinder may be needed.
Wet rooms need a fall to the drain and full waterproofing.

What are the steps?

Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
Construction and completion. One site lead co-ordinates every trade through to the building control certificate.

Questions about bathroom installation in County Down

How much does a new bathroom cost?

Usually £7,000 to £12,000 for a family bathroom refit including VAT, and £5,500 to £10,000 for an en-suite.

Do you tank the shower area?

Yes, every wet area is waterproofed before tiling.

Who deals with the council for a project in County Down?

We do. We prepare the drawings, submit planning or permitted development paperwork if needed, and arrange building control inspections.

Bathrooms and en-suites near County Down

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