How To Choose A Good Bathroom Fitter

GUEST POST FROM – mybeautifulbathroom.co.uk

So you have finally decided to go for it and get the old bathroom suite ripped out at after 15 years. After all, avocado was a big hit in the Seventies but we’ve since moved on four decades!

It’s exciting, but it can also be a little scary. For example, who are you going to trust with the bathroom installation job? And where will you find him/her in the first instance?

A good way to source a bathroom fitter is by recommendation ie ask people who’ve recently had their bathroom designed and fitted and are happy with it to pass on the name of their fitter. A good tip is to wait until a year has passed though as that’s when fitments – if they’re going to – start to fail will.

Also, if you’re passing a home where they’re obviously having a new bathroom fitted, get the installers card and ring him when it’s finished. Ask if you can take a look at it. That way you’ll know what the quality of their workmanship looks like. In the event no recommendation is forthcoming and no neighbour is hiring, you could ring around for a few quotes after sourcing companies in your area on Google.

Another good thing to look for is unbelievably amazing customers reviews online. Always “google” the company your thinking of using name and see what comes up.

Another good place to look is Facebook or other social media sites. If the company is active, posting regularly and responding to comments then that’s a good sign that they take service seriously.

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” They Took Care Of Everything – It’s The Best Choice I Ever Made “

When looking for a new kitchen and bathroom I came across My Beautiful Bathroom’s website and was impressed by customer reviews.

The service provided was professional, courteous and friendly.

Both the kitchen and bathroom needed everything. From all new kitchen appliances and bathroom furniture and they took care of everything. I now have both a kitchen and bathroom of the highest quality and cannot thank everyone enough for making this possible.

Everyone worked extremely hard to achieve this especially Alan who did the installation and stayed late numerous times to get the work completed.

I would have no hesitation in recommending My Beautiful Bathroom to anyone as you will be guaranteed a high-quality kitchen and bathroom. It’s the Best choice I ever made.

Isobel Scott, Cathcart, Glasgow

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Cowboy Or Reputable Bathroom Fitting Company – How Can I Tell?

Make sure the company or individual you’ve asked is willing to come out and have a chat with you and look over your bathroom prior to quoting (all the better if it’s a free quote )

That way will they know exactly what the job involves and exactly how much you’re planning to spend. And never use a friend or their family in case it all goes wrong! Remember too that you’re looking for a bathroom fitter and not just a plumber or electrician.

You’re going to want a company who have electrical, plumbing, AND tiling knowledge.

It may sound a tad paranoid, but does the firm who are going to be coming into your home have Criminal Records Bureau clearance and certification to verify this? After all, you’re probably going to be leaving them on their quite a bit, especially if the household is all out working during the day. It won’t take a minute to check.

As My Beautiful Bathroom is an independent company (in that we don’t work for any large bathroom manufacturer) we’ll happily give you a range of products to choose from and we’ll be able to recommend local installation companies to carry out the work for you.

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“We are delighted with the work and would absolutely recommend the My Beautiful Bathroom team.”

Having seen loads of positive reviews on various independent web sites we arranged a design visit to go over some of our ideas and plans. From that point on we received professional, courteous, and excellent service throughout.

As we were re-locating our bathroom to another part of the house My Beautiful Bathroom’s expertise and advice were invaluable and the quality of the finished design is superb.

In addition the courtesy, service and expertise shown by My Beautiful Bathroom was reflected throughout. We are delighted and would absolutely recommend My Beautiful Bathroom to anyone looking for quality and service, as well as a fabulous bathroom.

Margaret Deas, Muirhead, Glasgow

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So How Much Should Your New Bathroom Cost And What’s A Good Deal For A Bathroom?

There is not really such a thing as an average price for a bathroom, it really depends on how much work you require, the quality of fitments you choose and if you need furniture etc.

If it helps an average full bathroom suite including suite, fitting and tiling can range from around £3,500 to £8,000.

If this seems a lot remember how many years you’ll get from that!

If you’re paying quite a bit less than that there’ll be a reason ie the fitter isn’t as good as he says he is or the products he’s using are of low quality. You should discover which one – or both – within a matter of months after the job has been completed… unfortunately.

If you need any more helpful tips or advice, contact My Beautiful Bathroom or give us a call on 0141 771 3640

Things you must consider before hiring a bathroom fitter

Since your bathroom is one of the most visited rooms when you have visitors, it would be best to have a quality bathroom where you would wow people. So, this bathroom remodel project is a massive improvement project; therefore, there are many things you must consider doing first before taking action.

Previous bathroom installation works

Before finally deciding on your bathroom renovation, make sure to have thorough research first. Search for the best bathroom design, bathroom furniture and more. Conceptualise your bathroom idea carefully before turning it into reality. After all this planning, search for the potential bathroom fitters you would work with. Sort them out, and then see each bathroom project they have done in the past. It’s always better to research and have many bathroom fitter options than to settle immediately with one.

Meet every tradesperson on your list as much as possible so you can personally ask them their previous works. From that, you’d be able to distinguish who you want to work with.

Credentials

The right bathroom fitter will have the papers and documents for public liability insurance. Further, they must also be able to provide you with training certificates on request, with that you’d know whether they can, or they cannot do the job correctly. A professional bathroom fitter will invest in training for themselves to prove the quality of service they’re offering.

Professionalism

It would be best to have an agreement with regards to the schedule. Make sure to ask the contractor their availability, other current projects, and the project duration. If they are working on other projects, your dream bathroom may take a while to finish.

Moreover, don’t forget to tell your professional bathroom fitter about how you want things to be done specifically.

Reviews and references

This should be your first move when you talk with your fitter. Ask for references and reviews from their previous clients. Reviews also play a vital part in a company’s legitimacy. With reviews and references, you’d know if they are worth the trust and the money. And this will redirect you to the right bathroom fitter.

Speciality

Learn about your contractor’s skills and expertise; being aware of that allows you to choose if he suits well with your bathroom renovation plans. If you are renovating a bathroom, someone who specialises in design may be able to help. An enhanced contractor’s skills will be more beneficial to your project than a regular contractor’s.

In addition, it would be best to ask the contractor to recycle some of your bathroom materials, and it would lessen your total bill. Further, the majority of bathroom remodelling specialists offer full-service remodelling as well. They offer convenience by providing all the necessities. As a result, expect an increase in the estimate.

Costs

Of course, before turning your dream bathroom into reality, you have to know first how much it would cost. After sorting out the options, make sure to ask for a quote from your contractor. That way, you’d anticipate how much you will be spending and if it fits your budget.

Further, ask your bathroom installer to document everything you talked about-all project details, including the schedule, payment plan, and associated costs. You can avoid potential disputes by getting everything in writing. If you want to remodel your bathroom on a budget, try to keep your spending below 5-10% of your home’s market value. You can find the best price in your area by getting quotes from multiple contractors.