One of the most common questions we get asked is: "How much does electric shower installation cost?" The honest answer is that it depends on several factors — but this guide will give you a clear picture of what to expect in 2025, so you can budget accurately and avoid any surprises.
Typical Electric Shower Installation Costs 2025
| Job Type | Typical Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Like-for-like shower replacement (existing circuit) | £200–£350 | 2–3 hours |
| New shower installation (new circuit needed) | £400–£700 | 4–6 hours |
| Shower + consumer unit upgrade | £700–£1,200 | Full day |
| Supply & fit 7.5kW shower | £350–£500 | 3–5 hours |
| Supply & fit 8.5kW shower | £400–£600 | 3–5 hours |
| Supply & fit 10.5kW shower | £450–£700 | 4–6 hours |
All prices include labour, materials, testing, and building regulations certification. Prices are indicative for Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire 2025.
What Affects the Cost?
Shower power rating
Higher kW = higher unit cost but better performance
New circuit required
Adds £150–£300 if a new dedicated circuit is needed
Consumer unit work
If the consumer unit needs upgrading, this adds to the cost
Cable run length
Longer cable runs from consumer unit to shower increase labour time
Property type
Older properties with solid walls or complex layouts take longer
Shower brand & model
Premium brands cost more but offer better performance and warranty
Electric Shower Brand Comparison 2025
Triton T80Z
7.5–10.5kW£80–£150Best value — reliable, widely available, easy to service
Mira Sport
7.5–10.5kW£120–£200Premium quality with excellent warranty support
Aqualisa Quartz
8.5–10.5kW£200–£350Innovative design, great for modern bathrooms
Bristan Bliss
7.5–10.5kW£90–£160Good value with a wide range of styles
Gainsborough GSE
7.5–9.5kW£60–£100Budget option, good for rental properties
Redring Selectronic
7.5–10.5kW£100–£180Commercial-grade reliability, popular with landlords
How to Get the Best Value
- Get at least 2–3 quotes from certified electricians — but don't automatically choose the cheapest.
- Check the electrician is NICEIC or NAPIT approved — this guarantees quality and means they can self-certify the work.
- Ask if the quote includes the building regulations certificate — it should.
- Consider a mid-range shower brand like Triton or Mira rather than the cheapest option — they last longer and are easier to service.
- If your consumer unit is old, ask about upgrading it at the same time — it's more cost-effective than doing it separately later.
- Book in advance if possible — emergency or same-day callouts cost more.
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