How to Price a Bathroom Refit in 2026: Complete UK Cost Guide

Bathroom refits are bread and butter for thousands of UK tradesmen — plumbers, tilers, builders, and bathroom fitters all compete for this work. But pricing a bathroom job accurately is tricky because the scope can vary enormously from a simple suite swap to a full strip-out and redesign.

This guide gives you the real 2026 numbers so you can quote with confidence.

Average Bathroom Refit Costs in 2026

The total cost of a standard bathroom refit in the UK currently ranges from £3,500 to £8,000 depending on the quality of fittings and the extent of the work. Here's how that typically breaks down:

Labour Costs by Trade

Bathroom refits typically require multiple skills. Here are the current 2026 day rates you should be using:

• •Plumber: £300/day (£42/hr)
• •Tiler: £260/day (£36/hr)
• •Bathroom Fitter: £280/day (£39/hr)
• •General Builder: £250/day (£35/hr)
• •Electrician (if needed): £300/day (£42/hr)

A typical mid-range bathroom refit takes 4-6 working days for a competent bathroom fitter working solo, or 3-4 days with a labourer assisting.

Don't Forget Regional Adjustments

These figures reflect the UK national average. You must adjust for your region:

• •London: Add 35% to labour
• •South East: Add 15%
• •Scotland / North West: Subtract 8%
• •North East / Wales: Subtract 12%

So a job that costs £1,400 in labour nationally would cost about £1,890 in London but only £1,232 in Wales.

Common Line Items People Forget

The items below are frequently left off bathroom quotes, leading to margin erosion:

1. 1.Skip hire — A 6-yard skip runs £350-450 depending on area. You'll need one for a strip-out.
2. 2.Waste pipe and fittings — Relocating sanitaryware means new waste runs. Budget £80-120.
3. 3.Isolation valves and flexible connectors — Small but they add up. £30-50.
4. 4.Silicone, grout, and finishing materials — Another £40-60 easily.
5. 5.Making good to walls — Plasterboard patches, skim coat. £100-200 if walls are rough.
6. 6.Electrical work — Even a simple extractor fan replacement needs Part P compliance. Budget £150-250 for an electrician.

Building Your Quote

A well-structured bathroom refit quote should include:

• •Sanitaryware supply & fit (toilet, basin, bath/shower)
• •Tiling supply & fit (walls and floor, with adhesive and grout)
• •Plumbing (first and second fix, waste, water supply)
• •Electrical (extractor, lighting, heated towel rail)
• •Preparation (strip-out, skip hire, making good)
• •Labour (broken down by days and trade)
• •Materials sundries (silicone, fixings, tape, dust sheets)

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