Pricing 4 min read Updated 8 June 2026 Trade verified
Shower Installation Cost London — Real UK Prices
Expect to pay £320–£700 to fit a shower in London in the UK in 2026. Anything cheaper skips parts, disposal or warranty. Here is the real breakdown.
Need parts for this job?
Trade-priced fit a shower in London in the Plumber.Parts catalog — next-day delivery.
Step-by-step method
1. Typical UK price
£320–£700 inc labour, standard parts, VAT, disposal.
2. What's included
Fixed-price quote covers parts to named spec, labour, waste, commissioning, warranty, VAT.
3. What increases price
Access, upgrading pipework, hard-to-source parts, tiling reinstatement, weekends. Each +15–40%.
4. Regional
London/SE +20–30%; NE/Wales/NI -10–20%. 3 quotes from local Gas Safe/CIPHE.
5. Payment terms
30% deposit, balance on completion. Card gives S75 cover.
Frequently asked questions
Is £320 realistic?+
At the low end, yes — basic spec, easy access, off-peak booking.
Free quotes?+
Yes from most reputable plumbers. Charge-for-quote is a red flag.
VAT?+
Not always. Sole traders under £90k are VAT-exempt. Always ask.