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Bathroom upgrade – Pine Grove

 

If required, you’ll get a new bathroom suite and separate WC. New lighting and ventilation will also be installed.

FAQs – Bathroom upgrade

If you’ve been offered the opportunity to have your bathroom upgraded, these FAQs should answer any questions you may have.

1. Survey visit

A surveyor will measure your bathroom and confirm the layout. They’ll check water pressure, drainage, and ventilation.

2. Removal

Old sanitaryware, tiles, and flooring will be taken out.

3. Preparation

Plumbing and electrics will be moved to fit the new layout. Walls will be repaired or boarded if needed.

4. Installation

New suite, shower, screens, and towel rails will be fitted.

Wet wall panels will be installed.

Plumbing will be tested for leaks.

Lighting, sockets, extractor fan, mirrors, and accessories will be added.

5. Handover

The installer will show you how to use the shower, fan, and heating controls.

Yes:

Remove toiletries, towels, and clear bathroom cabinets.

During the day, water and toilet access may be limited. At the end of each day, you will have running water and a working toilet.

If you have special bathing needs during the work, please tell Sureserve.

Yes:

Expect noise and dust from cutting, drilling, and plastering.

Several tradespeople (electricians, plumbers, tilers, plasterers) will be working, so there will be some coming and going.

About 6–7 days to complete the bathroom and WC refit.

The floor will be levelled and ready for you to install your chosen finish. Moray Council will provide some funding to help with this.

Yes, walls and ceilings will be decorated as part of the work.

The Changeworks Quality Assurance team will inspect all properties to make sure the work meets the approved standard.

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Saving energy in the home

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Energy bills and your supplier

From getting to know all the charges that appear on your energy bill to the best ways to find out about your rights, our advice and support can help you take control.

Financial support

Financial support is out there, whether you’re struggling with your energy bills or looking into funding for renewable heating systems. Our guides cover what financial support is available, and how to apply.   

Managing your heating

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Templates for writing to your energy supplier

We’ve put together several templates to help you write to your energy supplier. The templates cover common energy supply issues and can be used for emails, webchats, or letters.

Get a retrofit

If you’re thinking of retrofitting your home to make it more energy efficient, Changeworks has a number of funded and self-funded options available.