New Bathroom Installation Costs

Oct 24, 2019

New Bathroom Installation Costs

If you are planning on getting a new bathroom installed, the cost is definitely something you want to be prepared for. More specifically, you want a number in pounds before any final decisions are made. Unfortunately, it is not such a simple matter. Given that every new bathroom installation is going to be different, the costs will also differ. There is no getting around the fact that certain factors will influence what the cost will ultimately be.

It is up to you to sit down and start taking detail notes, then work out the cost from there. And here are some good places to start noting from.

The Necessary Materials

A new bathroom installation cannot happen if there aren't any materials to fill it with.

So, will you be using a bath tub and a shower? Or are you settling for just one of the two? How big do you want it to be? And what about the tiles?

The colour and size have to be taken into consideration as well.

Yes, all these finer details are going to make up a big portion of the money you ultimately need to spend. Even the quality of the basin is relevant for estimating the cost of a new bathroom installation.

This is why you should make objective comparisons before choosing the end materials which will be used.

Space The Materials Need To Fill

While it is great to have the tiles chosen out, along with the shower and the toilet, you still have to take into account the number of tiles necessary to cover this space. It is a general rule that the bigger the new bathroom installation, the more expensive.

But this doesn't have to be the case if you stick to your guns and keep making those comparisons. Smart decisions are cost-effective.

The Professionals Handling The Installation

Of course, you have to deal with the issue of paying the professional plumbing firm who will be installing the new bathroom. Luckily, they can provide a quote up front and clarity on how it will affect your budget.

Alternatively, you can do the installation yourself as a way to save money. But without the experience to take on this particular project, you run the risk of spending more than initially planned.

The Cost of Tools And Equipment

If you still want to go with the do-it-yourself approach, remember to add the cost of the tools and equipment that are necessary for getting the job done. And considering there is a lot of plumbing, tiling, and even electrical wiring to be done, make sure you have the right tools readily available.

The Time It Takes To Get Done

Finally, the time it takes to get the project done might not influence your budget directly, but you might feel it in different ways. For example, if the installation is taking too long, it will be very uncomfortable for the people living inside the house. This can lead to unnecessary frustration, especially when the project is costing more than you thought it would.

Stay on top of the details and keep making those smart choices, and the costs of your new bathroom installation should be very affordable.


To discuss a bathroom installation, upgrade and bathroom installation costs cal Assett Plumbing today on 01604 372395.

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