Bathroom installation cost in Market Harborough (2026)
Short answerA full new bathroom, supplied and fitted, typically costs around £4,500 to £11,000 in 2026, with MyJobQuote putting the average near £7,000. Labour alone is usually £1,800 to £4,000, and most bathrooms take 6 to 8 working days. Your exact price depends on the room, the suite you choose and what's behind the walls.
The typical bathroom installation cost in Market Harborough for a full new bathroom, supplied and fitted, is around £4,500 to £11,000 in 2026, based on UK cost guides. MyJobQuote, which uses real tradespeople's quotes, puts an average bathroom at about £7,000 including materials and labour. Labour on its own is often £1,800 to £4,000. These are typical ranges, not quotes. Your price comes from a site visit.
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Typical bathroom costs in 2026
- MyJobQuote: about £7,000 on average for a new bathroom, materials and labour, with labour usually 40% to 60% of the total
- Other 2026 guides: a full bathroom fit at roughly £4,500 to £11,000, or £5,000 to £8,000 for a typical complete renovation
- Screwfix: anywhere from £3,000 to over £20,000 for supply and installation, depending on spec
- Labour only: roughly £1,800 to £4,000 for a full bathroom
- Small en-suite (about 2m x 2m): £3,000 to £6,000 for a budget refit, according to Trade2Base
Individual jobs:
- Fitting a bath (labour): about £300 to £600 outside London
- Fitting a basin: about £100 to £175
We didn't find Leicestershire-specific bathroom figures. Guides agree London and the South East are more expensive, and the East Midlands tends to be around or just below average.
What's usually included
A full bathroom installation quote normally covers:
- Stripping out the old suite, tiles and waste disposal
- First fix plumbing: moving or adding pipes and wastes
- Fitting the new bath or shower, toilet, basin and taps
- Tiling walls and floor, or wet wall panels
- Sealing, silicone and testing for leaks
It may or may not include plastering, flooring, electrics, decorating and the suite itself. That's why bathroom quotes vary so much. Ask for an itemised breakdown.
What drives the cost up or down
Keeping the layout
Keeping the toilet, bath and basin where they are is the biggest saving. Moving the toilet in particular means rerouting the soil pipe, which can be expensive or not possible in some houses.
The suite and tiles you choose
A budget suite and large-format tiles cost far less than designer brassware and small mosaics, which take longer to lay.
Walk-in showers and wet rooms
Tanking (waterproofing), a level-access tray and a powerful shower all add cost. Wet rooms are at the top of the range.
What's behind the walls
Rotten joists, old lead pipes, damp or failed plaster all add time once the old bathroom is stripped out. Older houses are more likely to have surprises.
Asbestos risk
Textured Artex ceilings applied before 2000 can contain asbestos. Get a sample tested before anyone removes or drills it. See plastering over Artex.
Plastering and boarding
Many bathrooms need reboarding or reskimming before tiling. Our cost to skim a room guide and plasterers page cover that.
Rules that apply to bathrooms
Electrics: Part P
A bathroom is a "special location". Any new circuit or alteration to a circuit in a bathroom, such as new lights, an electric shower, an extractor fan or a heated towel rail, is notifiable under Part P. It should be done by a registered electrician (NICEIC, NAPIT, ELECSA or Stroma) who can self-certify it. See electricians in Market Harborough.
Gas: Gas Safe
If your bathroom work involves moving or changing a gas boiler, that part must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Our plumber or gas engineer? guide explains why.
Water regulations
New plumbing must meet the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, which is one reason to use a qualified plumber.
Hard water and your new bathroom
Market Harborough is supplied by Severn Trent Water, and local hardness data puts LE16 in the hard range. Limescale shows quickly on glass screens, chrome and shower heads. Easy-clean glass, a decent shower valve and regular descaling help. See hard water in Market Harborough.
How long does a bathroom take?
MyJobQuote suggests a typical bathroom takes 6 to 8 working days. Tiling, plaster drying and any electrics or structural repairs can stretch that. The order matters: strip out, first fix plumbing and electrics, plastering, tiling, then second fix. Our renovation order of trades guide covers it.
How to get an accurate quote
Message us with:
- Room size (rough measurements) and photos from the doorway and each wall
- What you want: bath, shower over bath, walk-in shower, wet room
- Whether anything is moving position
- Whether you're supplying the suite and tiles
- Any electrics needed (lights, fan, towel rail, shaver socket)
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Questions to ask
- Does the price include tiling, plastering, electrics and flooring?
- Who supplies the suite and tiles?
- What happens if you find rot or damp once it's stripped out?
- How long will we be without a working toilet?
- Who handles waste disposal?
- Is there a guarantee on the work, and on leaks?
For general tips, see how to get quotes from tradespeople. For a single item, see our toilet replacement cost guide.
Ways to save on a new bathroom
- Keep the layout. Leaving the toilet, bath and basin where they are is the biggest saving.
- Choose mid-range brassware. Taps and shower valves vary hugely in price. A reliable mid-range valve is often a better buy than a designer one.
- Tile only where it's needed. Fully tiled walls look smart but cost more in tiles and labour. Wet zones need tiling or panels; other walls can be painted with bathroom paint.
- Consider wall panels. Waterproof panels are quicker to fit than tiles in a shower enclosure.
- Buy the suite yourself, but check first. Some fitters are happy to fit what you've bought; others prefer to supply.
- Get the order right. Booking the electrician, plumber and plasterer at the right points avoids paying for return visits.
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Typical prices
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full bathroom, supply and fit | £4,500–£11,000 per job | Typical 2026 UK range; MyJobQuote average about £7,000. Depends heavily on suite and tiles. Not a quote. |
| Bathroom fitting labour only | £1,800–£4,000 per job | Labour is often 40% to 60% of the total (MyJobQuote). |
| Small en-suite budget refit (about 2m x 2m) | £3,000–£6,000 per job | Trade2Base 2026. |
| Fit a bath (labour) | £300–£600 per job | Outside London; London £400 to £800. |
| Fit a basin (labour) | £100–£175 per job | Typical labour figure. |
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fit a new bathroom in 2026?
Most 2026 UK guides put a full new bathroom, supplied and fitted, at roughly £4,500 to £11,000, and MyJobQuote gives an average of about £7,000 including materials and labour. Budget refits of small en-suites can be £3,000 to £6,000, while high-spec bathrooms and wet rooms can go well above £11,000. Your exact price comes from a quote.
How much is labour to fit a bathroom?
Labour for a full bathroom installation is typically around £1,800 to £4,000, and MyJobQuote estimates labour makes up roughly 40% to 60% of the total cost. Individual jobs include fitting a bath at about £300 to £600 and a basin at about £100 to £175 outside London. Tiling, plastering and electrics may be priced separately.
How long does it take to fit a bathroom?
A typical bathroom takes around 6 to 8 working days, according to MyJobQuote. Small en-suites can be quicker, while bathrooms with layout changes, wet room tanking, structural repairs or full replastering take longer. Ask your fitter how long you will be without a working toilet and shower, especially if it is your only bathroom.
Do I need building regulations for a new bathroom?
Replacing a bathroom like-for-like does not usually need building regulations approval in itself. However, electrical work in a bathroom, such as new lights, an extractor fan or an electric shower, is notifiable under Part P and should be done by a registered electrician. Any work on a gas boiler must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Is it cheaper to keep the bathroom layout the same?
Yes. Keeping the toilet, bath and basin in the same positions is one of the biggest ways to save money. Moving the toilet usually means rerouting the soil pipe, which can be costly and is not always possible. Moving the bath or basin is easier but still adds pipework, time and making good.