Bathroom Installations & Refurbishments

Bathroom Layout Alteration

Bathroom layout alteration is a project-based plumbing service that lets you move fixtures to a layout that suits your space. It covers the safe relocation of water and waste pipework, then the accurate connection and testing of your bathroom fittings so everything works properly behind the walls and under the floor.

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What a bathroom layout alteration covers

A layout change is more than moving a basin or WC. The service focuses on getting the pipework right first, so your new bathroom works reliably and is easy to maintain.

  • Review of the existing layout and what is practical for the new positions
  • Isolation and safe disconnection of existing supplies and wastes
  • Relocation of hot and cold feeds to suit the new fixture positions
  • Relocation of waste and soil pipework, with correct falls and venting where required
  • First fix plumbing before walls, floors and tiling are finished
  • Second fix plumbing to connect bath, shower, WC, basin, taps and valves
  • Pressure testing and leak checks on water pipework
  • Flow and drainage testing on all wastes
  • Clear handover notes on shut off points and access panels (where fitted)

When a layout alteration is the right choice

  • You want a better use of space, such as swapping a bath for a walk-in shower
  • The current layout is awkward, with poor access or wasted floor area
  • You are refurbishing and want to move the WC, basin or shower to a more practical position
  • You are upgrading a rental property and need a robust, serviceable layout
  • You need a layout that suits a small commercial washroom and regular use

How the work is delivered

Work is usually planned in stages to fit around building, plastering and tiling. The first fix stage sets the new pipe routes and connection points, then everything is tested before surfaces are closed up.

Once finishes are ready, the second fix stage connects the fixtures, seals where needed and checks operation. You will be advised in advance about any water shut-offs, access requirements, and what needs to be ready for each visit.

After completion

All connections are tested, and any final adjustments are made so taps, wastes and flushes operate correctly. You will be shown key isolation valves and any service points to keep future maintenance straightforward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you move a toilet, shower or bath to a different position?
Yes, provided there is a workable route for water supplies and waste pipework. Feasibility depends on floor structure, available falls for drainage, and where the soil connection can be made.
Do you handle both the pipework relocation and the final connections?
Yes. The work is typically split into first fix (new pipe runs and outlets) and second fix (connecting and testing the fixtures). This approach helps keep the installation neat and reliable.
How long does a bathroom layout alteration take?
It depends on how many fixtures are moving and how accessible the current pipework is. Most jobs require multiple visits to suit the wider refurbishment schedule, such as before and after tiling.
Will the water need to be turned off, and will there be disruption?
There is usually a planned water shut-off during disconnection and tie-ins. You will be told what to expect in advance, and disruption is kept to the minimum needed to complete the work safely.
Do I need other trades for a layout change?
Often yes, especially if walls or floors need altering, or if electrics are being moved. The plumbing can be scheduled to align with your builder, tiler or bathroom fitter so each stage happens in the right order.

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