Covering Essex
We cover Essex, including Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Colchester and Chelmsford, and the towns around them.
Homes in the East of England
The East of England has a large stock of post-war and modern estate housing alongside period homes in market towns, which makes garage conversions, single-storey extensions and loft conversions popular.
What does bathroom installation involve?
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.
- Plumbing and waste alterations
- Waterproofing (tanking) of wet areas
- Tiling, sanitaryware and brassware
What will bathroom installation cost?
Guide prices for bathrooms and en-suites, including VAT where it applies. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after the survey.
| 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 Essex
English projects need planning clearance from the local council, building regulations sign-off from building control, and party wall notices where the work is on or near a shared boundary. We prepare and manage all three.
Bathroom refits do not need planning permission.
What can change the price or programme?
- Wet rooms need a fall to the drain and full waterproofing.
- Moving a toilet depends on the soil pipe route.
What happens after I enquire?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
- Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
- Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.
Your questions answered
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 I need building regulations approval?
New bathrooms need extraction to meet the regulations, and electrical work may be notifiable.
How do I get a price for bathrooms and en-suites in Essex?
Use the guide price tool for a ballpark figure, then book a visit for a fixed written price for the agreed specification.
Bathrooms and en-suites in nearby towns
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Southend-on-Sea
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Basildon
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Colchester
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Chelmsford
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Harlow
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Grays
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Braintree
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Brentwood
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Clacton-on-Sea
- Bathrooms and en-suites in South Benfleet
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Canvey Island
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Billericay
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Loughton
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Rayleigh
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Stanford-le-Hope
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Wickford
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Witham
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Pitsea
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Maldon
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Waltham Abbey
- Bathrooms and en-suites in South Ockendon
Learn more about bathrooms and en-suites, or see every project we cover in Essex.