Bathroom Plumbing Middlesbrough

Quick answer: Bathroom plumbing costs vary widely. A toilet replacement runs £80-£150, a full bathroom installation (plumbing only) is £400-£800. We handle the pipes, wastes, and water supply—you arrange tiling and decorating separately, or we can recommend people.

Bathroom Plumbing in Middlesbrough

When you’re fitting a new bathroom, replacing old fixtures, or fixing a leak that won’t stop, we handle the plumbing side of things. That means water supply pipes, waste connections, and making sure everything drains properly.

We’re not bathroom fitters in the sense of doing tiling, flooring, or decorating. But we work alongside trades who do, and we’re happy to recommend people if you need a full bathroom refit.

What Bathroom Plumbing Costs

Here’s what you’re looking at for common jobs:

Job	Typical Price
Toilet replacement (supply + fit)	£150 - £250
Basin replacement	£120 - £200
Bath replacement (plumbing only)	£150 - £300
Shower installation (electric)	£180 - £280
Shower installation (mixer/thermostatic)	£200 - £350
Full bathroom plumbing (new build/renovation)	£400 - £800
Tap replacement	£60 - £100

Prices depend on complexity, access, and what state your existing pipework is in.

Toilet Installation and Repairs

We fit all types:

Close-coupled toilets — The standard type where the cistern sits on the pan. Straightforward to install.
Back-to-wall toilets — Cistern hidden in a unit or behind the wall. Cleaner look, bit more involved.
Wall-hung toilets — Pan mounted to the wall with a concealed frame. Needs a solid wall or stud frame.

Common toilet problems we fix:

Running cistern (usually the fill valve or flush valve)
Slow filling (often a clogged inlet)
Leaking at the base (wax ring or bolts)
Weak flush (blocked jets or partial blockage)

Basin and Sink Work

We install pedestal basins, wall-hung basins, vanity unit basins, and cloakroom basins. The job involves connecting water supplies, fitting taps, and running the waste.

If you’re buying your own basin, check the tap holes match your taps (1 hole, 2 hole, or 3 hole) before we arrive. Saves time and avoids problems.

Bath Installation

Fitting a bath involves:

Positioning and levelling the bath
Connecting the waste and overflow
Installing taps (or connecting to an existing shower mixer)
Fitting bath panels

Standard baths are straightforward. Freestanding baths need floor-mounted or wall-mounted taps, which means running pipes in different places—factor that into your planning.

Shower Installation

Electric showers — We can install electric showers, but the electrical connection needs a qualified electrician. We do the plumbing, they do the wiring.

Mixer showers — These take water from your hot and cold supplies. They work well if you have good pressure and flow from your boiler or cylinder.

Thermostatic showers — These maintain a set temperature even when someone flushes a toilet elsewhere. Worth it for busy households.

Shower enclosures and trays — We can fit the tray and waste. The enclosure is usually easier to fit yourself, but we can do it if needed.

Full Bathroom Installations

For a complete bathroom refit, the typical order is:

First fix plumbing — We run pipes to the new positions before walls and floors go in
Tiling, flooring, and decorating (other trades)
Second fix plumbing — We connect the toilet, basin, bath, and shower

We’re happy to coordinate with your tiler and electrician, or we can recommend trades we’ve worked with before.

Common Bathroom Repairs

Not everything needs replacing. We regularly fix:

Dripping taps — Usually needs a new washer or cartridge
Slow draining sinks — Could be a blockage or a venting issue
Leaking toilet — Depends where the leak is
Shower won’t heat — If it’s a mixer, check the hot water supply first
Low water pressure — Could be the mains, could be scaled-up pipes

Service Areas

We provide bathroom plumbing across Middlesbrough, Stockton, Redcar, Thornaby, Guisborough, Billingham, and surrounding areas.

Bathroom Plumbing Across Teesside

We provide bathroom plumbing across the whole of Teesside. Find details for your area:

Middlesbrough — Town centre, Linthorpe, Acklam, Marton
Stockton-on-Tees — Norton, Hartburn, Fairfield, Eaglescliffe
Redcar — Coastal properties, Marske, Saltburn
Thornaby — Mandale, Stainsby, newer estates
Guisborough — Market town, period homes, rural surrounds
Billingham — Town centre, Wolviston, Wynyard
Yarm — High Street, period properties, Kirklevington
Ingleby Barwick — Modern estate, new-build homes
Hartlepool — Coastal town, Seaton Carew, the Headland

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you supply the bathroom fixtures or should I buy them?

Either works. We’re happy to fit fixtures you’ve bought, or we can supply quality products at trade prices. If you’re buying your own, check dimensions and compatibility before ordering.

How long does bathroom plumbing take?

A toilet or basin swap takes 1-2 hours. Full bathroom plumbing (first and second fix) takes 2-3 days, spread across the renovation.

Do you do the tiling?

No, we focus on plumbing. But we can recommend tilers we’ve worked with.

What if I hit a problem after the job?

We guarantee our work. If a joint leaks or a connection fails within 12 months, we’ll come back and fix it at no charge.

Can you install a wet room?

Yes, we can do the plumbing for wet rooms including the floor drain (sometimes called a linear drain). The tanking and tiling is done by others.

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