Bathroom Installations & Refurbishments
Bathroom Refurbishment
A bathroom refurbishment upgrades the plumbing behind a new bathroom suite, so everything works properly and stays leak-free. The service covers removal of existing fittings, new pipework where needed, accurate connections to your new bath, shower, basin and WC, then thorough testing before handover.
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What a bathroom refurbishment covers
A refurbishment is more than swapping fittings. It is the plumbing work that makes your new layout and fixtures reliable, safe, and easy to maintain.
- Isolation and safe removal of existing bathroom fittings
- Assessment of existing pipework and waste runs
- New hot and cold feeds, valves, and connections where required
- Waste and soil pipe alterations to suit the new layout
- First fix plumbing (pipe runs set in place before walls and floors are closed)
- Second fix plumbing (final fitting and connection of sanitaryware and taps)
- Connection of baths, showers, basins, WCs, and heated towel rails
- Leak checks, waste flow testing, and final commissioning
- Practical handover, with clear guidance on shut-offs and maintenance
When this service is the right choice
This service suits you if you are:
- Replacing an outdated bathroom and want dependable plumbing behind the finish
- Changing the layout and need pipework and wastes re-routed correctly
- Dealing with poor pressure, slow drainage, recurring leaks, or hidden corrosion
- Upgrading a rental property and want robust, serviceable installations
- Refitting a small commercial washroom that needs reliable day-to-day use
How the work is delivered
The work is usually planned in stages to keep the project organised and minimise disruption.
- Site visit and scope: confirm layout, access, condition of existing pipework, and any constraints.
- Clear quote and plan: agree what is included, what you are supplying, and the project sequence.
- Strip-out and first fix: isolate services, remove old connections, run new supplies and wastes.
- Second fix and fit-off: connect sanitaryware and taps, set valves, and complete finishing connections.
- Testing and handover: test water and waste systems, check for leaks, and confirm everything operates correctly.
Aftercare and ongoing value
Once the bathroom is in use, the quality of the underlying plumbing matters most.
- Advice on isolating valves and day-to-day care to reduce callouts
- Clear notes on what has been changed, to support future repairs or upgrades
- Optional follow-up support if you spot an issue after other trades have finished
Frequently Asked Questions
What plumbing work is included in a bathroom refurbishment?
It typically covers removing old connections, adjusting or replacing supply and waste pipework, then first and second fix plumbing for the new suite. The job finishes with leak checks and functional testing of water and drainage.
Can you move the toilet, shower, or basin to a different position?
Often, yes, but it depends on drainage falls, venting, pipe routes, and what is practical within the floor and walls. A site visit confirms what is possible and what changes are needed.
Do I need to supply the bathroom suite and taps?
You can supply your own fixtures, and the plumbing can be planned around them. If you have not chosen yet, you can get guidance on compatibility, sizes, and what helps avoid installation issues.
Will the water be turned off during the refurbishment?
Some isolation is usually required, especially during strip-out and first fix. Any shut-offs should be planned and kept as short as possible, with timings agreed in advance.
How do you test the bathroom once it is fitted?
Supply pipework is checked for leaks and correct operation of valves and outlets. Wastes are tested for flow and leaks, and key items like the shower, WC fill and flush, and taps are verified before handover.
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