The short answer is that, as an approximate estimate, a typical bathroom installation takes approximately 1–2 weeks, depending on the size of the bathroom and the work involved. The longer answer is that the wait before work begins is usually longer than the work itself, so it helps to know how the whole timeline fits together.
I am Simon, and I fit every bathroom myself with my brother-in-law. Here is how a job usually runs.
Before the Work: The Lead Time
Because I fit every job personally, we book around three months from enquiry to start. That is not slow work, it is a full diary. The upside is that your start date is confirmed clearly in advance, and it gives you time to choose your suite, tiles and fittings without pressure.
What Happens on Site
The first part of the job is the strip-out and the plumbing and electrical work. Next come the walls and floor, which need time to set properly. Then the suite goes in, whether that is a shower, a bath, a toilet or a vanity unit, followed by final checks, a deep tidy and your handover document.
What Can Make It Take Longer
Hidden problems behind old walls, such as damaged plaster or old pipework, can add time. So can changing your mind about products once work has begun, or a delay in delivery of a made-to-order item. Choosing everything before the start date, and having products delivered in good time, keeps the job on track.
How Long Is the Bathroom Out of Action?
For most homes, you will be without that bathroom for approximately 1–2 weeks, depending on the size of the bathroom and the work involved. If it is your only one, plan ahead for showering elsewhere during that time. I will talk through the practical side with you at the free home visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a bathroom installation take?
As an approximate estimate, a typical bathroom installation takes approximately 1–2 weeks, depending on the size of the bathroom and the work involved. Our current waiting time is approximately three months, depending on availability, so the wait before the start date is usually longer than the work itself.
Can you start sooner than three months?
Simon and his brother-in-law fit every job, so the diary fills up. We confirm a clear start date when you book.
Will I get updates while you are working?
Yes. You get a dedicated point of contact and daily updates, and a handover document when the job is finished.
How much does a bathroom cost?
Every bathroom is individually quoted after a free home consultation. Our bathroom cost guide explains what affects the cost.
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Let's Talk About Your Project
Call Simon on 07729 992138 or fill in the contact form to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation at your home. Our current waiting time is approximately three months, depending on availability.
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