Bathroom fitting in Hamstead

Before your new bathroom in Hamstead

Live in a conservation area or a listed building in Hamstead? Check with Sandwell Council before changing the outside of your home. Otherwise the main rules for your new bathroom are Building Regulations, and we'll explain at the survey which certificates you'll receive.

New bathroom extract fans should achieve at least 15 litres per second.
Where there's no openable window, the fan should run on for around 15 minutes after the light goes off.
Creating a bathroom in a room that didn't have one is likely to need Building Regulations approval, from Sandwell Council or a registered building control approver.

Postcode district: B43
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: 3 miles

Choices to weigh up in Hamstead

Panels or tiles

Large-format tiles look smart but need flat walls, careful setting out and waterproofing in the shower area. Waterproof wall panels go up faster, have fewer grout lines and can be fitted over sound existing surfaces. Many bathrooms mix the two, with panels in the shower and tiles elsewhere to suit both budget and look.

Like-for-like refit

The new suite goes where the old one was, using the existing water and waste positions. It's the quickest and most affordable option, and it's often all a bathroom needs. Tiling, flooring, furniture and the shower choice can all change completely while the plumbing stays essentially the same.

Bathroom fitting prices in Hamstead

Expect to budget between £4,500 and £16,000 depending on size and specification in Hamstead. Full refit of a 2 m × 2.5 m family bathroom with a bath and shower over, tiled: typically £6,500–£8,500.

Guide prices for bathroom fitting
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Like-for-like refit, standard suite	£4,500 – £6,500	Same positions, part-tiled or panels
Full refit, fully tiled	£6,500 – £10,000	Bath with shower or walk-in shower
Larger or premium, with layout change	£10,000 – £16,000	Moved toilet, bigger tiles, underfloor heating

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Before you book in Hamstead

How long does a bathroom refit take?

Most refits take 7–12 working days. Strip-out and first fix take two or three days, tiling is usually the longest stage, and second fix and sealing take a day or two. Large-format tiles, layout changes and underfloor heating add time. We give you a day-by-day outline before work starts, so you know when each stage happens.

Do you cover Hamstead?

Yes. Hamstead (B43) is about 3 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

How do I get ready for the bathroom fitters?

Clear the bathroom completely, including the cabinets and the airing cupboard if it's in the room. Make space on the landing or in a spare room for deliveries. Decide on things like towel radiator size and mirror position before first fix, because cables and pipes are placed early. Let us know about parking and access for the skip or waste.

Does Sandwell Council need to approve my new bathroom?

You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Hamstead is provided by Sandwell Council or a registered building control approver, and some work is self-certified by registered installers.

Nearby places we cover

Other work we do in Hamstead

Tell us how you use the room, and we'll suggest a layout that works with your pipework.