9 Best Bathroom Fitters in Bolton for 2026

Bolton's housing stretches from Victorian terraces in Halliwell and Daubhill to 1930s semis in Bromley Cross and newer estates out towards Westhoughton, and that mix throws up very different bathroom jobs. A terrace in Tonge Moor might need old lead pipework swapped out before anyone even talks tiles, while a modern build in Horwich could just need a like-for-like refit. Fitters who know the area tend to know which streets still have older cast iron soil stacks, which postcodes sit on harder water needing extra care with shower fittings, and how to work around the tight staircases and narrow doorways common in older Bolton homes. That local knowledge often matters more than people expect until they're halfway through a job.

The businesses listed here come from public business listings, ranked mainly by review rating and how many reviews they've built up, with a small boost given to those showing a working website and phone number. We also read through each business's homepage to check that bathroom fitting is genuinely what they do day to day, rather than a sideline for a builder or plumber who occasionally fits a bathroom, and that keeps unrelated trades off this page. Listings flagged as permanently closed get removed automatically as part of that process. Where you spot a Trust Verified badge, that business has gone through our full verification, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information. Our How We Verify page sets out exactly what that involves. For businesses without the badge, those checks haven't been done by us, so it's worth doing them yourself before booking anyone.

Before you commit to a fitter, ask to see their trade qualifications and whether they hold public liability insurance, and get that in writing rather than taking it on trust. If the job involves moving a boiler, running new gas pipework, or altering electrics near a shower, ask specifically who's doing that part and whether they're Gas Safe registered or a qualified electrician, since not every bathroom fitter covers this themselves. Always get two or three written quotes covering the same scope of work, because prices for what sounds like an identical job can vary by hundreds of pounds depending on what's included, such as removing an old suite, tiling, or making good the plastering. Ask for photos of previous bathrooms they've fitted in Bolton, and if possible, speak to a past customer directly.

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Rankings are based on review rating and review count pulled from public business listings, with a small lift given to businesses showing a working website and phone number. We check each business's homepage to confirm bathroom fitting is their main line of work, which keeps other trades off this page. Permanently closed listings are removed automatically. Businesses marked Trust Verified have additionally passed our full verification, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information; see our How We Verify page for the full list. Other businesses here haven't been independently verified by us, and their inclusion isn't an endorsement. Do your own checks before hiring anyone.

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Quick Comparison: Bathroom Fitters in Bolton

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Phone
1	IK Master Build Ltd	⭐ 5.0	113	07402 059555	View →
2	AE Bathrooms and Kitchens Fitters Ltd	⭐ 5.0	50	07707 768330	View →
3	Bolton Bathrooms Ltd.	⭐ 4.5	108	01204 384704	View →
4	The Wetroom ( Bathroom Design) Ltd	⭐ 4.9	51	01204 523338	View →
5	Oldfield Bathrooms and Kitchens Limited	⭐ 5.0	41	01204 789148	View →
6	Tom Gallagher Ltd	⭐ 4.2	30	01204 389792	View →
7	CMG Heating & Plumbing	⭐ 5.0	110	01204 961827	View →
8	Firwood Plumbing and Heating	⭐ 4.9	56	07957 946914	View →
9	AJB Plumbing & Heating	⭐ 5.0	12	07480 230314	View →

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IK Master Build Ltd

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★★★★★ 5.0 (113 reviews)

Bolton 07402 059555

Bolton households looking to replace a dated bathroom can call on IK Master Build Ltd, a fitting firm working across the BL1 area. The company handles full installations, from plumbing adjustments to tiling and finishing touches, and has built up a record of 113 reviews averaging five stars. Work is scheduled around the client's home and existing layout constraints.

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AE Bathrooms and Kitchens Fitters Ltd

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★★★★★ 5.0 (50 reviews)

Bolton 07707 768330

A five-star average across fifty reviews points to consistent workmanship at AE Bathrooms and Kitchens Fitters Ltd, based in Bolton. The firm handles bathroom installations from design through to fitting, covering plumbing, tiling and finishing work. That volume of feedback, all rated highly, suggests a reliable approach to jobs of varying size and complexity.

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Bolton Bathrooms Ltd.

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★★★★★ 4.5 (108 reviews)

Bolton 01204 384704

Bolton Bathrooms Ltd. is a bathroom fitting firm operating in Bolton, covering everything from full suite installations to tiling and plumbing adjustments. The company has built up a rating of 4.5 from 108 reviews, reflecting consistent standards across its jobs. Work is typically arranged directly with clients, from initial measurements through to final fitting.

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The Wetroom ( Bathroom Design) Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.9 (51 reviews)

Bolton 01204 523338

Wet room supply and 3D bathroom design are among the specialist services offered by The Wetroom (Bathroom Design) Ltd, based in Bolton. The company handles full bathroom suite installation and furniture fitting, giving clients a single point of contact from concept through to completion. A Google rating of 4.9 from 51 reviews reflects consistent satisfaction across its Bolton client base.

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Oldfield Bathrooms and Kitchens Limited

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★★★★★ 5.0 (41 reviews)

Bolton 01204 789148

Oldfield Bathrooms and Kitchens Limited is a bathroom fitting specialist serving Bolton and the surrounding area. The company handles the supply and installation of bathroom suites, covering both design and the practical trades needed to complete a full fit-out. BL6 6QT places them on the western edge of Bolton, within straightforward reach of nearby towns.

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Tom Gallagher Ltd

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★★★★☆ 4.2 (30 reviews)

Bolton 01204 389792

Wet rooms and shower conversions make up a good share of the work carried out by Tom Gallagher Ltd, alongside full bathroom refits for homes in Bolton. The firm holds a 4.2 rating from 30 reviews, with jobs typically covering tiling, plumbing and fittings from start to finish.

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CMG Heating & Plumbing

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★★★★★ 5.0 (110 reviews)

Bolton 01204 961827

Boiler installation and repair form the core of CMG Heating & Plumbing's work in Bolton, alongside general plumbing callouts for burst pipes and leaks. The firm has built up a record of 110 reviews on Google, averaging a full five stars, which reflects consistency across routine servicing and emergency jobs alike.

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Firwood Plumbing and Heating

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★★★★★ 4.9 (56 reviews)

Bolton 07957 946914

Firwood Plumbing and Heating works as a heating engineer covering Bolton, handling boiler installations, repairs and servicing for households in the area. The firm has built a strong local reputation, reflected in a 4.9 rating from 56 reviews. Its remit centres on keeping domestic heating systems running reliably through the colder months.

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AJB Plumbing & Heating

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★★★★★ 5.0 (12 reviews)

Bolton 07480 230314

Much of AJB Plumbing & Heating's work in Bolton involves older terraced housing, where ageing pipework and outdated boilers need careful attention rather than straightforward swaps. The firm also handles installations in newer builds around BL2, adapting its approach to each property's age and layout. Twelve reviews on Google give it a full five stars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a bathroom fitters cost in Bolton?

A straightforward bathroom refit in Bolton, swapping a bath, toilet and basin without moving pipework, typically runs from around £3,500 to £6,000 including labour and standard materials. A full renovation involving moving plumbing, new tiling and a walk-in shower can push past £8,000 to £10,000, especially in older Halliwell or Astley Bridge terraces where pipework often needs updating. Ensuite conversions in box rooms tend to sit lower, from £2,500 upwards. Prices swing a lot based on tile choice, whether you want a rainfall shower or underfloor heating, and how much of the old bathroom needs stripping out first. Getting two or three quotes for the same spec is the best way to see what's reasonable.

How long does a bathroom fitting take in Bolton?

A standard bathroom replacement usually takes five to seven working days from strip-out to finished tiling and sealant. If walls need replastering after removing old tiles, or if pipework has to be rerouted, add another two or three days. Larger jobs with underfloor heating or a full wet room conversion can stretch to two weeks. Terraced houses with limited access, common in areas like Deane or Great Lever, sometimes add a day or so just for moving materials in and out.

Do I need a Gas Safe engineer as well as a bathroom fitter?

If your bathroom work involves moving or altering a boiler, gas fire, or any gas pipework, that part legally has to be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer, not the bathroom fitter themselves unless they hold that registration too. Ask upfront whether the fitter handles this in-house or brings in a subcontractor, and ask for the Gas Safe registration number so you can check it against the official register before work starts.

Will I need planning permission or building regulations approval?

Most straightforward bathroom refits don't need planning permission since they're internal work, but building regulations can apply if you're adding a new bathroom where there wasn't one before, particularly around electrics, ventilation and drainage. If you're converting a loft or box room into an ensuite, or changing the position of soil pipes, ask your fitter whether building control needs notifying. A reputable fitter should flag this early rather than leaving you to find out later.

What's the difference between a bathroom fitter and a plumber for this kind of job?

A plumber typically handles pipework, water supply and drainage connections, while a bathroom fitter manages the whole project, including tiling, fitting the suite, electrics coordination and finishing work like sealant and skirting. Many bathroom fitters in Bolton are qualified plumbers who've specialised in full fit-outs, but it's worth asking directly what's included in their quote, since some will subcontract tiling or electrics rather than doing it all themselves.

How do I choose between bathroom fitters in Bolton?

Start by checking recent reviews on public listings and look for consistent comments about timekeeping, tidiness and communication rather than just star ratings. Ask each fitter for proof of trade qualifications and public liability insurance, and don't be afraid to ask for their insurance certificate directly rather than just taking their word for it. Request photos or addresses of recent jobs in Bolton and, where possible, ring a previous customer to ask how the job actually went once the fitter had left. Finally, get a written quote breaking down labour, materials and any allowance for unexpected issues like rotten flooring or old pipework, so there are no surprises halfway through.

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