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Types of Bathroom Installer

You have several options for getting someone in to install your new bathroom. The most common method is perhaps to buy your bathroom from a large showroom which offers installation by its own team as part of the price. There are also several independent firms who are happy to work with products which you have sourced yourself, whether through the internet or from a traditional high street store. Some bathroom installation companies are huge, with several different offices and hundreds of installers. Others are “one man band” operations, working in a small geographic area only. Finally, there is always the option of hiring a plumber to fit the bathroom suite, and then getting separate tradespeople in for tiling, flooring and decorating.

Choosing a Bathroom Installer

If you are buying a package from a local or national company which includes both the products and installation, do some research first. Often you won’t have the choice of the people who install your bathroom; it will just depend on who is free to do the job at the time. Choosing to buy the products and organise bathroom installation separately gives you more control over who does the job for you. The downside is that good bathroom installers are often very busy, and may be booked solid for months in advance. If you’re not in a rush though, you may decide that you’d prefer to wait for an installer who comes particularly recommended by friends or family. Whichever method you choose to find someone to install your new bathroom, it’s never wise to go with the first quote you receive rather than having a few to compare. The other golden rule is never to pay the full cost upfront either.

Bathroom Installation Costs

If you are buying your bathroom and having it installed by the same company, often installation costs won’t be listed as a separate charge. This can make it harder to work out whether their installation charges are good value or not. However, as many companies offer finance or interest free credit on packages involving purchase and installation, it can be an effective way of spreading the cost. Independent bathroom installers are unlikely to offer the option to spread the cost over several months, so it’s even more important to make sure that you’re getting value for money. Always ask at least three companies to quote for the work, and get their prices in writing. If you’re supplying all the materials and products which need installed, it’s unlikely that you’ll be asked for a hefty deposit up front. Never pay more than 10%. Fitting a standard three-piece bathroom suite of toilet, basin and bath should cost around £250. If your project includes electrical work, tiling, flooring or decoration, this should be factored into the overall cost.

Things to Consider When Choosing a Bathroom Installer

There are a few things to consider when choosing someone to install your new bathroom. One key decision is whether to look for one installer who can turn their hand to the plumbing, tiling, electrics and other jobs which may need to be done. This might cost a little more, but it’s always easier than trying to coordinate several different trades all to come in at the same time. Another thing to consider is the timescale. A larger bathroom installation company may have multiple installers, and can offer short lead times on installation. Someone working for themselves and who has a good reputation for their work, might require months of notice before he can fit you in. Friends and relatives can be a good source of information when looking for tradespeople, as can local internet sites. Many installers have their own social media feed where they post pictures of successful projects. Use a combination of these factors to contact several local installers and work out which company is best for your needs.

There’s no point spending money on buying a great new bathroom, then scrimping on the installation. Taking care over the choice of a bathroom installer will help you strike the balance between keeping within budget, and getting a professional and timely job done. There are a lot of superb tradespeople out there, and using our guide to work out exactly what you’re looking for should make the whole process much easier.