We install wet rooms across Aigburth, L17. The area has a real mix of housing, from big Victorian and Edwardian houses near Sefton Park to flats and inter-war semis, so the right design depends on the floor structure, the drainage and who will use the room.
Period houses: generous rooms, older structure
Bathrooms in larger period houses can be roomy, which is good news for turning space and for adding a seat, rails and a separate basin area. The catch is that older timber floors and long, altered waste runs need careful checking. We look at the joist depth and condition, and whether the waste can fall to the stack without long horizontal runs. If an old bathroom has had leaks over the years, we expect to replace some boarding as a matter of course.
High ceilings and ventilation
Tall rooms can be cold, and a cold wet room dries slowly. Underfloor heating and a properly sized extractor make a noticeable difference. We discuss both at the survey rather than treating them as afterthoughts.
Flats and conversions
Some Aigburth houses have been split into flats. A wet room in a flat is possible, but there is a neighbour below, so waterproofing has to be done thoroughly and the drain must be accessible for cleaning. If you are a leaseholder, check your lease and ask the freeholder or managing agent whether you need permission before work starts. If you rent, you will need your landlord’s agreement.
Wet room tanking is not a job for guesswork. A small gap in the waterproofing can let water into the ceiling below for months before anyone notices, which is why we do not give DIY tanking advice.
Choosing between a wet room and a walk-in shower
For an Aigburth bathroom that is mainly for a fit adult, a walk-in shower with a large screen can give the same open feel with less floor work. Where the person uses a wheelchair or shower chair, or is likely to in the future, a fully level wet room is the safer long-term choice. Swapping out a bath is covered on our bath to shower conversion page.
What to expect from our visit
We arrive, look at the room, measure it and ask about the person who will use it. Where we can, we look under a board or two to see the joists, and we check where the waste goes. We note the walls that can take rail and seat fixings. Afterwards you receive a written quote and plan setting out what we propose and why. Nothing is rushed, and there is no pressure to decide on the day.
Grants for Aigburth residents
Aigburth is in Liverpool City Council’s area for Disabled Facilities Grants. The council usually involves an occupational therapist, and adult applications are means-tested. Nobody can promise an outcome in advance, but our guide to DFG wet rooms explains how the process tends to go.
Nearby, we also cover Mossley Hill and Allerton. If you are comparing installers, our homepage on wet room fitting in Liverpool explains how we work from first call to handover.
Ask about a wet room in Aigburth
Ring us on 07777 659786 or fill in the form with a few lines about the room. We will call you back to talk it through. Find out more about our Merseyside wet room service any time.
Frequently asked questions
Can you install a wet room in an Aigburth flat?
Yes, as long as the floor and drainage allow it and you have any permissions needed. Leaseholders should check the lease and speak to the freeholder or managing agent first. Because there is a flat below, waterproofing and an accessible, cleanable drain are especially important.
Is a large Victorian bathroom too cold for a wet room?
It does not have to be. Underfloor heating helps the floor dry and makes the room more comfortable, and a good extractor fan clears moisture. We look at both during the survey, along with the window and existing radiator.
What if the floor joists are damaged?
It is not unusual to find old water damage once a bath is taken out in a period house. If joists or boards need repair or strengthening, we explain what we found and what it means for the plan before carrying on.
Which council handles a Disabled Facilities Grant in L17?
Liverpool City Council. Start by asking the council about an occupational therapist assessment. The grant is means-tested for adults, there is a government maximum, and tenants need their landlord’s consent.