How much does it cost to install a new shower in the UK?
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Electric shower (replacing like-for-like): £200–£500 including supply and installation. The unit costs £80–£250; labour £120–£250 for a straightforward swap where the existing cable and circuit are reused. A new circuit from the consumer unit adds £150–£300.
Thermostatic mixer shower (replacing like-for-like): £300–£700 including a mid-range unit and fitting. Units range from £80 (budget) to £600+ (premium brands like Grohe or Hansgrohe). Labour is usually £100–£200 for a direct replacement.
New shower where there was none before: add significant cost for pipework (cold and hot supply) and waste connection. Budget an extra £200–£500 for plumbing, plus tiling if required (£25–£60 per square metre for a tiler).
Electric shower over a bath: straightforward if an existing circuit is available — £200–£400 total. A new dedicated circuit typically adds £150–£300.
Wet room (walk-in shower with drained floor): budget £2,000–£5,000+ for a properly tanked, tiled wet room. Key costs: waterproofing/tanking (£300–£600), drainage (£150–£400), tiling (labour £500–£1,500 for a shower area), screen (£200–£600), thermostatic valve (£150–£500). Cheap wet rooms leak — do not cut corners on the tanking.
Smart showers (Mira, Aqualisa, Grohe) cost £500–£1,500 for the unit and need a pump or sufficient flow rate. Check your water pressure before specifying one.
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