Cost guide
How much does a bathroom fitter cost?
A bathroom is a multi-trade job: strip-out, first-fix plumbing, electrics, tiling and second fix. Most quotes are labour only.
- Typical day rate
- £250–£380
- Smallest job
- from £45
- Priced jobs
- 4
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What each job costs
| Job | Unit | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Full bathroom refit (labour)Ten to fifteen working days for a standard family bathroom. | per bathroom | £3,200–£6,500 |
| Convert to a walk-in shower roomWet-room tanking and a linear drain add £400–£900. | per room | £2,800–£5,500 |
| New en-suite in an existing roomNew soil connection and extract ducting drive the price. | per room | £3,500–£7,000 |
| Wall tilingLarge-format and mosaic tiles both cost more to lay. | per m² | £45–£90 |
Ex VAT. South East baseline — the calculator adjusts for your region.
Keeping the cost down
- Order every fitting before day one — waiting on a delivery costs days.
- Keep the layout where it is if budget matters; moving the WC is expensive.
- Budget 15% contingency for what's found behind the old tiles.
Common questions
- How long is the bathroom out of use?
- Two to three weeks for a full refit. Ask the fitter to leave the WC connected as long as possible.
- Does the quote include the suite?
- Rarely. Fittings for a mid-range bathroom typically add £1,500–£4,000.
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