What to decide before commissioning the work
A bathroom brief should record existing leaks, damaged finishes and the positions of drainage and water services. Choose fittings early enough for the installer to check their dimensional and installation requirements. A basin, shower screen or storage unit can conflict with access and movement even when it fits on a simple floor plan.
Compare options against the same requirements
Ask for a coordinated scope covering removal, preparation, waterproofing responsibilities, tiling and fitting installation. The appropriate method depends on the property and the actual work proposed. Do not treat an attractive new finish as evidence that an underlying condition problem has been resolved.
Your planning checklist
Bring a measured floor plan, photographs of the existing condition and a list of items you intend to retain. Use the checks below to make the consultation specific to your home.
- Photograph existing stains, leaks and surface damage
- Record fitting dimensions and installation requirements
- Check door, shower-screen and cabinet clearances
- Identify service access that must remain available
What to ask for in the quotation
Ask for a written, itemised scope. An online guide is not a quotation: product selection, site condition and the measured work determine what can be proposed. Resolve assumptions before approving fabrication or installation.
- Removal, preparation and waterproofing responsibilities
- Floor and wall finish extent
- Fitting installation versus fitting supply
- Testing, making-good and defect reporting process
Prepare your consultation brief
Select the points you still need to clarify. Nothing is submitted or stored.
Common questions
How should I prepare for a discussion about bathroom renovation?
Start with the actual property condition and your required outcome. In particular: photograph existing stains, leaks and surface damage; record fitting dimensions and installation requirements; check door, shower-screen and cabinet clearances; identify service access that must remain available. Bring photographs and a floor plan so these points can be checked against the space.
Does this guide include a fixed price or approval for my home?
No. Prices require an agreed scope and site information. Where work needs assessment or approval, confirm the requirements with the appropriate authority, managing agent and appointed professional before it starts.
References and further checks
Confirm current requirements for your property. These references do not grant project approvals or certify this company.