Bathroom Fitting Cost in Greenwich (2025):
Prices, Timelines & How to Choose the Right Fitter

Planning a bathroom renovation in Greenwich can feel daunting. Between working out prices, timelines, and finding a fitter you can rely on, it's easy to get stuck. This guide gives clear, local answers—realistic Greenwich price ranges, what drives costs up or down, how long an installation really takes, and expert tips to choose the right bathroom fitter.

How much does a bathroom cost in Greenwich?

Across West Greenwich, Maze Hill, East Greenwich, and North Greenwich near the O2, homeowners in 2025 can expect:

*Includes labour, preparation, materials, and waste removal. Final quotes depend on room size, tile choice, plumbing or electrical changes, and specification.

What pushes costs up (or down)

• Layout changes (moving the WC, bath, or soil stack).
• Tile type & pattern (herringbone or mosaics increase labour; large-format needs precision handling).
• Electrics (spotlights, extractor upgrades, demisters, shaver sockets, IP/zoning compliance).
• Prep & substrate (levelling, cement boards, waterproofing/tanking).
• Specification (premium brassware, custom vanity units, natural stone).

Buildaway tip: Keep your layout stable for savings, but upgrade waterproofing and brassware—they're critical for longevity and a premium feel.

Timeline: how long will it take?

• Essentials Refresh: 7–10 days
• Complete Refurb: 10–14 days
• Premium / Wet Room / Layout change: 14–20+ days

We schedule carefully to accommodate drying times and tile work—keeping downtime minimal for your household.

Do I need planning permission or building regulations?

Planning permission: Usually not for internal works. However, West Greenwich Conservation Area, Royal Park-adjacent properties, or listed buildings near Greenwich Market or Cutty Sark may require approval—we'll flag this if it applies.

Building regulations:

• Electrics: Bathrooms are "special locations" under Part P—certified electricians are essential.
• Ventilation: Proper extraction is vital—especially in river-adjacent properties where damp can be an issue.
• Drainage/structure: Major reroutes or structural alterations may need Building Control oversight.

Buildaway handles all compliance and certification for peace of mind.

Price breakdown (where your budget goes)

• Labour: ~55–65% (plumbing, tiling, electrics, carpentry, plastering)
• Materials & consumables: ~30–40% (suite, adhesives, trims, grout, fixtures)
• Waste & sundries: ~5–10%

Greenwich bathroom trends we're fitting most right now

• Walk-in showers with tiled formers and linear drains.
• Large-format porcelain tiles for a modern, open look.
• Underfloor heating with IP-rated lighting and heated mirrors.
• Wall-hung vanity units and built-in niches for practical storage.
• Matt black or brushed brass fixtures for a sophisticated finish.

Local insight: Greenwich homes range from Victorian terraces in West Greenwich and Georgian conversions near the Park, to new riverside apartments in North Greenwich. Thoughtful lighting and neutral finishes help blend period features or maximise smaller apartment spaces.

How to choose the right bathroom fitter in Greenwich

1. Comprehensive capability: One accountable team for plumbing, tiling, electrics, and finishing.
2. Compliance & certification: Ensure Part P electrics and proper ventilation are included.
3. Detailed scope of work: Quotes should clearly specify demo, prep, tanking, tiling, trims, ventilation, and exclusions.
4. Warranty: Workmanship guarantees matter—Buildaway provides an 18-month workmanship warranty.
5. Local references: Ask for Greenwich or neighbouring SE London project examples.

Smart ways to manage your budget—without cutting corners

• Stick with the existing layout to save on rerouting.
• Choose a mid-range suite but upgrade brassware for a premium feel.
• Use large-format tiles to reduce grout lines and speed installation.
• Never skimp on waterproofing—it's essential protection.

Example Buildaway packages (guide only)

• Essentials Refresh — £6,000–£8,000: Like-for-like suite swap, partial tiling, upgraded fixtures, extractor check, silicone finish.
• Complete Refurb — £8,000–£12,000: Full strip-out, re-boarding where required, tanking wet zones, full tiling, lighting upgrade, furniture install, waste removal.
• Premium Wet Room / High-End — £12,000–£20,000+: Layout change, tiled former with linear drain, UFH, niches, premium brassware, feature lighting.

FAQs (Greenwich)

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