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Bathroom Fitting · Islington

Bathroom Fitting in Islington.
Properly tanked. Pressure-tested before we tile.

We fit bathrooms to BS 8000-11 waterproofing standards — Schlüter or Mapei tanking on every wet zone, plumbing pressure-tested before tiling, and Part P electrics with an NICEIC certificate on every job.

4.7★ 386 verified reviewsPart P certifiedNICEIC registeredBS 8000-11 waterproofing£5m public liability
Bathroom Fitting in Islington

Bathroom Fitting across Islington and Camden.

Islington is known for its Georgian and Victorian period housing stock. The borough has a high proportion of owner-occupiers who invest substantially in renovation.

The property stock here is predominantly Georgian terraces, Victorian townhouses and warehouse-to-residential conversions. Islington's Georgian and Victorian floors frequently benefit from sanding and restoration — we assess this at every survey before recommending new materials.

SchlüterMapeiCP HartVilleroy & BochCrosswater
Tanking membrane applied to floor and walls — minimum 200mm above floor level in all wet zones.
All plumbing connections pressure-tested at 1.5× working pressure before tiling.
Full-bed tile adhesive coverage ≥95% — no hollow spots.
NICEIC certificate issued on every job.
1-year workmanship guarantee covering all trades.
Why choose us in Islington

Bathroom Fitting done properly.

What makes our bathroom fitting work different from a standard quote in Islington.

Properly tanked, not just painted

Schlüter Kerdi membrane and Mapei Mapelastic on every wet zone. The same systems used in commercial wet rooms — not the £30 paint-on alternative.

3-week typical from strip to snag

A full family bathroom in 15 working days. We give a day-by-day programme in the quote so you can plan around it.

Pressure-tested before closing

Every plumbing connection pressure-tested at 1.5× working pressure before tiling starts. If something fails, we find it while there is still access.

One trade, one timeline

Plumbing, electrics and tiling coordinated under one contract. No relay race of separate tradespeople.

How we work

How we handle bathroom fitting in Islington.

01

Survey & specification

Senior plumber visits to assess plumbing layout, soil stack position and floor loading. Structural concerns flagged before quoting.

Free visit, 30–45 minutes
02

Fixed-price quote

Written quote covering all trades: plumbing, electrics, tiling, sanitaryware (if required) and finishing. Every line itemised — no provisional sums.

Fixed quote, valid 30 days
03

Strip-out & first-fix

Suite removed. Pipes and electrics first-fixed to the new layout. Walls brought to a flat plaster finish ready for tanking.

1–2 days
04

Tanking & tiling

Every wet zone tanked to BS 8000-11. Plumbing connections pressure-tested before tiling. Tiles laid to agreed layout, seams checked under raking light.

3–5 days
05

Second-fix & sign-off

Sanitaryware fitted and plumbed. Electrics second-fixed. NICEIC certificate and 1-year guarantee issued at sign-off.

Part P certificate included
Customer reviews

4.7 stars from 386 verified reviews.

Feedback from homeowners and property owners we have worked for across Islington and London Borough of Islington.

Thorough survey before quoting. They found issues we had no idea about, fixed them first, and the result has been perfect for over a year. Proper work.

S.M.

Islington

We have used tradespeople before who cut corners. These did not. The preparation, the materials, the finish — all done properly. Would use again without hesitation.

R.B.

Islington

Clear quote, real start date, and the job was done exactly as described. No surprises on price or timeline. Exactly what you want from a contractor.

A.H.

Islington

Free survey for bathroom fitting in Islington.

Fixed-price quote within 3 working days. No call-out fee. Real start date.

Areas we cover

Bathroom Fitting near Islington.

We cover Islington and all surrounding areas. Click any area below to see the dedicated page.

IslingtonCamdenCentral LondonFinchleyBatterseaChelsea
Frequently asked

Bathroom Fitting in Islington — questions answered.

What is the difference between your tanking and cheaper options?

Cheap tanking is paint-on waterproofing — it costs around £30 and is not rated for permanent wet exposure. We use Schlüter Kerdi membrane and Mapei Mapelastic systems, the same products used in commercial wet rooms. The cost difference per job is about £80–150. The failure rate difference is significant.

Are you certified for the electrical work?

Yes — Part P certified and NICEIC registered. Every bathroom installation includes a full electrical certificate. This is a legal requirement and we never skip it.

How long will my bathroom be out of use?

A standard family bathroom is typically out of full use for 5–7 working days. We give a day-by-day programme in the quote so you can plan around it.

Do you supply the sanitaryware or fit only?

Both. We have accounts with most UK bathroom suppliers, or we will fit a suite you have already chosen from CP Hart, Bathstore, Roca or elsewhere. We ask to see the specification before quoting.

Can you build a true wet room?

Yes — properly drained, tanked and sloped floors with linear drains. The floor must fall to the drain at the right gradient and the entire area must be waterproofed to wet room standard. We do it correctly.

Do you cover Islington?

Yes — we cover Islington and the surrounding areas including Camden, Central London, Finchley, Battersea. Islington's Georgian and Victorian floors frequently benefit from sanding and restoration — we assess this at every survey before recommending new materials.

How quickly can you start a bathroom fitting job in Islington?

We can usually arrange a free survey in Islington within 48 hours of your initial enquiry. A fixed-price written quote follows within three working days of the survey, and we will give you a confirmed start date at the same time.

Still have questions? Call 07405 739028 (Mon–Sat, 7am–7pm) or email info@corebuildgroup.co.uk

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