How Much Does a New Bathroom Cost in Hull? A 2026 Guide

Straight answers on what a new bathroom costs around Hull in 2026, from a simple refresh to a full wet room, plus how long it takes and how to keep the price down.

It's the first thing most people ask us when they're thinking about a new bathroom. Fair enough! You want a rough idea of the numbers before you start choosing tiles. We fit bathrooms across Hull and the East Riding as part of our renovation and development service, so we've put together a straight answer using current UK averages.

One thing to say up front. These figures are a guide only. Every house is different and the real price depends on what we find once the old suite comes out. If you'd like a figure for your own bathroom, get in touch with us and we'll come and have a look. And if you're also getting your home ready for the colder months, our autumn property maintenance checklist covers the jobs worth doing before winter.

The short answer

A full refit of a standard family bathroom in the UK usually costs between £5,000 and £8,000 including labour. A simple refresh with new taps and accessories can come in under £3,000. A wet room typically costs £6,000 to £12,000. Your final cost will depend on the size of the room, the products you choose and the condition of what's behind the walls.

Average bathroom costs by type

Here's roughly what people across the UK are paying in 2026. Use it as a starting point for your budget rather than a fixed price.

Where the money goes

A new bathroom splits into two main costs. The products themselves usually come to somewhere between £2,000 and £6,000 depending on the quality you go for. Labour for a full fit typically adds £1,800 to £4,000.

Tiling is the one that catches people out. You pay for the tiles, and then you pay again for someone to lay them, usually around £40 to £100 per square metre for supply and fit. Large format tiles and mosaics sit at the top end because they take longer to get right.

What affects the cost of a new bathroom?

The biggest factor is whether you keep the same layout. Moving the toilet or shower means new pipework and sometimes a new soil pipe run, and that adds up quickly. Keeping everything where it is will almost always save you money.

After that, it comes down to a few things:

• Room size. More floor and wall space means more tiles and more labour.
• The products you pick. A budget suite and a designer one can be thousands of pounds apart.
• What's behind the walls. Older Hull terraces and semis sometimes hide rotten floorboards, old pipework or uneven walls that need sorting before anything new goes in.
• Extras. Underfloor heating, a heated towel rail or new lighting all add to the total.

This is why we always price a bathroom in person. Two rooms that look the same on paper can need very different amounts of work.

How long does it take to fit a new bathroom?

Most standard bathrooms take around 5 to 10 working days from strip out to finish. A wet room usually takes longer, often 7 to 15 working days, because the floor has to be fully waterproofed and left to set before tiling.

The timeline can stretch if we find problems once the old suite is out or if products are delayed. We'll always give you a clear schedule before we start and let you know straight away if anything changes.

Is a wet room more expensive than a normal bathroom?

Yes, usually by a fair amount. A wet room needs the whole floor and the lower walls tanked so water can't escape. The floor also has to slope towards the drain. That extra preparation is where most of the added cost comes from.

The upside is a level access shower that's easy to clean and works well for anyone with mobility needs. Wet rooms also look great in smaller spaces where a bath won't fit.

How can I save money on a new bathroom?

There are a few sensible ways to bring the price down without ending up with something that looks cheap:

• Keep the toilet, basin and shower or bath in the same place.
• Tile the wet areas fully and paint the rest with a good bathroom paint.
• Choose a mid-range suite from a known brand rather than the cheapest option.
• Book your fit outside the busiest months if your timing is flexible.

We wouldn't recommend cutting corners on waterproofing or preparation. Those are the parts you can't see later, and they're the parts that cause leaks and damp if they're rushed.

Does a new bathroom add value to a house?

A well-finished bathroom can make a real difference when you come to sell. Some estimates put the uplift at around 4 to 5% of a property's value. Buyers notice a tired bathroom straight away, so a clean and modern one helps a house stand out on Rightmove.

Get a price for your bathroom

Averages are handy for budgeting, but they can't tell you what your bathroom will cost. Every property is different. The only way to get a real figure is for us to come out, take a look and give you an itemised quote with no hidden extras.

We've been fitting bathrooms and renovating homes around Hull since 2014. We're CHAS Elite accredited, fully insured and rated 5/5 on Google. Call us on 07816 581858 or request your free quote, and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.