Shower rooms in Braintree

Postcode districts: CM7, CM77
Nearby: Witham, Chelmsford and Maldon
Guide price: £4,800–£9,500
Typical time on site: 4–8 working days
Water: Very hard across most of Essex
Survey: Free, at your home

What does a shower room cost in Braintree?

As a guide, budget £4,800 to £9,500 including VAT for a shower room in Braintree; your written quote will pin it down. Labour costs in East of England put local prices at about 6% above the UK guide figure. The figure depends on the size of the room, whether anything moves, and the products you pick.

Essential

£4,200–£6,400

Tray, enclosure and mixer shower

Typical

Signature

£6,400–£9,500

Fitted vanity and concealed cistern

Bespoke

£9,500–£16,000

Underfloor heating, mirror cabinet

Guide prices for Braintree including VAT. Your itemised written quote after the free survey is the price that counts.

Working in Braintree

In Braintree we cover CM7 and CM77; we also cover Witham, 6.6 miles away, and Chelmsford.

In Braintree, as anywhere, the age of the house decides a lot: pipe sizes, floor construction and where the soil stack runs. If you are converting a bathroom in Braintree into a shower room, we price a tray and a tiled level floor side by side. Where a Braintree shower room doubles as the guest bathroom, we plan storage so it stays clear of clutter.

Most of Essex has very hard water. If your supply in Braintree is the same, limescale on shower glass and heads is a real issue: easy-clean glass, rub-clean nozzles and a squeegee make a big difference. Hardness varies street by street, so check the figure for your postcode with your water supplier.

What the job includes

Tanking to the shower area, then wall and floor tiling
A thermostatic shower valve, exposed or concealed, with a fixed head, a handset or both
Recessed niches or shelving in the shower wall
A basin and WC to suit the space, freestanding or set into a fitted furniture run

Decisions to make first

Storage

With no bath, there is often space for a full-width vanity unit or a tall cupboard for towels.

Drain

A centre waste in a tray is the norm. A linear drain along one wall lets a tiled floor fall one way, so large tiles can run through.

Rules that apply in England

In England, any change to the wiring in the shower room, or a new circuit for an electric shower, is notifiable under Part P. If you are replacing the fan, keep it at least as effective as the old one; Approved Document F gives 15 litres per second intermittent for a bathroom.

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Shower rooms in Braintree: questions

How much should I budget for a shower room in Braintree?

A shower room in Braintree usually costs £4,800–£9,500 including VAT. Where you land in that range depends on the size of the room, whether the layout changes and the products you choose. After the free survey you get an itemised written quote, and the price is fixed in writing once the layout and products are agreed.

How long does a shower room take?

Allow 4–8 working days on site for most jobs, plus the lead time for products after you approve the quote. We give you a day-by-day plan before work starts in Braintree.

Is the home survey in Braintree really free?

Yes. We visit, measure the room, check the pipework, drainage and electrics, and talk through what you want. You then get a written, itemised quote with no obligation to go ahead.

Do you cover CM7 and CM77 in Braintree?

Yes. We cover all of Braintree, including CM7 and CM77, and nearby Witham, Chelmsford and Maldon. Survey visits are free and arranged at a time that suits you.

What size shower tray do I need?

A 900 by 900 mm tray is a comfortable minimum for an enclosure. For a walk-in with one glass panel and no door, 1200 by 800 mm is a practical starting point, and 1400 mm or longer keeps the spray in better. The room shape, door swing and waste position decide the final size.