Are You Local?
Yes, we’re based in Middlewich but cover the Middlewich, Northwich, Sandbach, Holmes Chapel and Knutsford areas.
How Much Will It Cost?
Again, this can depend on how much work is involved and the materials needed. To give a typical example, an average bathroom will require tanking membrane, tile adhesives and grouts, plumbing fittings and assorted other materials quality materials. A bag of good quality tile adhesive costs around £35 and in most cases at least 4 bags are needed. The tanking membrane usually costs around £100 (a small price to pay for the security it offers).Labour then needs to be taken into consideration too. Total cost is different for every bathroom as there are simply too many variables to consider so it’s best that we taylor your quote specifically for you rather than give you pie in the sky figures here.
I’m Not Sure What I Need. Can You help?
Helping you get the most out of your new bathroom is what we strive to do. We will offer recommendations on what products will fit best in your bathroom and meet your expectations.
How Long Does it Take to Fit A Bathroom?
Fitting a bathroom can take anything from 4-12 days depending on how complex the design is. It is very easy to take the old bathroom suite out but installing a new one takes a lot longer. The more tiling there is to do, the longer the fitting process takes. Also, plumbing pipework often needs to be altered for the new suite.
Is There Much Mess?
No one likes mess and no one tries harder than us to limit the disruption. It’s worth reading our commitment to cleanliness page for further guidance on what makes us different.
Will My Carpets Be Damaged By Dust Etc
They shouldn’t be as dustsheets are provided. Obviously they will vacuumed each day but there shouldn’t be any damage.
Will I Be Without Water?
During the fitting process there will be short periods of time when the water needs to be turned off in the early stages. Isolating valves are normally fitted to individual pipes in the room allowing us to turn the water on and off just for the bathroom and not the whole house.
Will I Be Without A Toilet?
For most installations the toilet is one of the last items to be fitted but if you need a toilet at the end of each day we can always temporarily plumb it back in until final installation.
Will You Stay On The Job Until It Is Finished?
We make a point of staying on the job until it is finished. We frequently hear about horror stories where projects have gone on for weeks on end with fitters arriving for a few hours every few days. This is NOT the way we work!
We only work on one project at a time which means minimal interruption for you and quicker payment for us!
Can I Have A Shower Pump Fitted At The Same Time?
If you find that your hot water pressure only offers you a dribble of a shower then a shower pump can be fitted to increase pressure. A good shower pump can often serve more than one bathroom so other showers can be added to the system meaning a better showering experience for everyone in the house.
Do You Offer Any Guarantees?
A 12 month workmanship guarantee is offered on all bathroom installations. This does not cover the suite or associated fittings (such as taps, shower valves etc) as these are usually covered by the manufacturer. You will find that not many fitters are confident enough to offer a 12 month guarantee.
Do you Supply The Suite?
Yes. We only fit products that we have supplied. As there is so much competition on the internet for cheap suites there has been a drop in quality. We want you to be happy with your bathroom so we will only ever recommend and fit products from established manufacturers with a proven track record in quality and after sales service.
I Already Have The Suite. I Just Need A Fitter. Can You Help?
No, unfortunately we only fit bathrooms where we have supplied all of the goods.
You Have Mentioned Tanking. Is This Necessary?
Tanking involves fitting a waterproof membrane before tiling to wet areas such as showers. Tanking stops the chances of water damage to the background surface such as a plastered wall. Tiles are usually waterproof but grouts aren’t. Grouts are advertised as waterproof but this simply means that they do not degrade in the presence of water. If you find that your current bath or shower area has lots of black mould growing along the grout lines then this usually means that the wall beneath the tiles has been water damaged. Tanking does not cost much but it can save a lot of disappointment in the future.
Do You Use Quality Fitting Materials?
Yes. Obviously quality fitting materials cost more but your bathroom needs to look good for a long time to come. It is simply not worth skimping on cheap materials to save money. We certainly wouldn’t be confident enough to offer a 12 month guarantee if we used inferior materials.
Are Your Quotes Detailed?
Past customer have always commented on how detailed our quotes are in comparison to competitors. Typically a quote is usually around 4-7 A4 pages long and describes all of the work that will be carried out section by section. This means that you know exactly what you will be paying for. Any extras during the installation can be added but have to be agreed by both parties.
Unlike a lot of our competitors quotations, ours is a fixed price quote, not an estimate. From the moment you receive your quote you will know exactly how much the full installation will cost. The only reason is can change is if you request changes.
What’s included in a bathroom fitting quote — and what’s often left out?
This is one of the most important questions to ask any tradesperson, because vague quotes lead to disputes. Here’s what a thorough quote should always include:
- Strip-out and removal of the existing suite
- Any re-plumbing or pipe alterations required
- Waterproofing and tanking in wet areas
- Fitting of all new fixtures and fittings
- Tiling (if included)
- Silicone finishing and sealant
- Waste removal and leaving the space clean
Things that are commonly left out of low-headline quotes: tile supply, the bathroom suite itself, skip hire, and electrical work such as extractor fans or lighting (which requires a Part P certified electrician by law).
At Cheshire Bathroom Fitters we offer a complete supply and fit service — we handle the sourcing of your suite, tiles, and fixtures from quality, established manufacturers. You’re not left piecing it together yourself from multiple suppliers. Our quotes are itemised so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Will you take all of the rubbish away?
All of the waste from your old suite and materials required during installation are put in the skip that we supply.
Does a new bathroom add value to my home?
Yes — but perhaps not in the way most people expect. A well-fitted bathroom rarely adds pound-for-pound value to your asking price, but it can be the difference between a quick sale and a house that lingers on the market. Estate agents consistently report that kitchens and bathrooms are the rooms buyers scrutinise most carefully.
As a rough rule, a quality bathroom renovation typically returns around 20–30% of its cost in added property value — so a £7,000 bathroom might add £1,500–£2,000 to your asking price. But the less tangible benefit — speed and confidence of sale — can be worth considerably more than that.
For homeowners who aren’t planning to sell, the return on investment is different: a bathroom you love using every day, zero maintenance headaches for years, and the confidence that comes from knowing the waterproofing was done properly.
We’d also note that mid-range renovations tend to offer the best value-to-cost ratio. An ultra-luxury bathroom in a modest semi-detached rarely returns its full cost at resale — match the specification to the property.
What are the warning signs of a bad bathroom quote?
In a trade where cowboys exist, knowing what to look for can save you thousands of pounds and enormous stress. Watch out for:
- A verbal “all-in” price with no written breakdown. If there’s no itemised quote, there’s no comeback if the price changes mid-job.
- Cash only, no VAT receipt. This removes any paper trail and means you have no legal recourse if things go wrong.
- Pressure to sign on the day. Legitimate tradespeople don’t need same-day decisions. Take your time, compare quotes properly.
- A quote significantly lower than all others. A 30–40% undercut usually means something is being skipped — often waterproofing, waste disposal, or proper preparation.
- No public liability insurance. Ask to see a certificate before any work begins. If they can’t produce one, walk away.
- Vague answers about waterproofing. As discussed above, this is the single most revealing question you can ask.
At Cheshire Bathroom Fitters, every quote is written and itemised, we carry full public liability insurance, all electrical work is Part P compliant, and we back every job with a 12-month workmanship guarantee. Call 07734 703414 to request your free quote.
How do I know if a bathroom fitter is reputable?
The best single question to ask any bathroom fitter before you hire them is this: “Is waterproofing included in the shower zone and behind the bath, and what product do you use?”
A good fitter will name the product immediately (brands like Mapei Aquadefense, Schlüter Kerdi, or BAL Tanking Slurry), explain the system, and include it as a standard part of the work. A vague answer — “yeah we do all that” or “the standard stuff” — is a reliable sign to get a second opinion. Waterproofing failures are the most common cause of expensive bathroom problems down the line, and they’re completely hidden once the tiles go on.
Beyond that, look for:
- Genuine, named Google reviews (not just testimonials on their own website)
- A written, itemised quote — not a verbal estimate
- Public liability insurance (ask to see a certificate)
- A workmanship guarantee in writing
- Before and after photos of comparable projects
We use Mapei Aquadefense as our waterproofing system on every job, we carry full public liability insurance, and every bathroom we fit is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee. You can read our 33 five-star Google reviews to see what our customers think.
