Electric Showers Supplied and Fitted in St Helens from £280
Electric shower fitters covering every St Helens postcode. Supplied and fitted by qualified electricians, most in under two hours. Fixed prices with no hidden fees.
Supply and fit · Fixed pricing · Trusted brands · 2-year guarantee
What Do You Need in St Helens?
Two different jobs with very different prices. Make sure you are looking at the right one before you get in touch.
Replacing an Existing Shower?
Got an electric shower that has packed in, or fancy a better one? This is the job we do most, and we can often be out the same day.
- We remove the old shower and dispose of it
- Supply and fit your chosen new model
- 1 to 2 hours from arrival to hot water
- Budget to premium options available
New Shower Where There Is None?
No electric shower in the house at all? We do the whole job, from the fuse box to the shower head. That covers the wiring and the pipework.
- New dedicated circuit from the consumer unit
- Cable run from consumer unit to bathroom
- Cold water plumbing connection
- Part P certificate included on the day
Who Fits an Electric Shower, an Electrician or a Plumber?
It is the question we get asked most, and picking wrong costs you time and money.
An electrician fits this
An electric shower heats its own water. That pulls a big current, so it needs a circuit of its own straight from the fuse box. It is electrical work, it is notifiable under Part P, and only a registered electrician can sign it off.
- Cold feed only, one pipe in
- Pull cord or wall isolator switch
- Rated in kW, usually 7.5 to 10.5
- Thick cable running to the consumer unit
A plumber fits this
A mixer shower takes hot water from your boiler or tank and blends it with cold. No heating element, and often no power to it at all. That makes it a plumbing job, not an electrical one.
- Two pipes in, hot and cold
- No pull cord and no kW rating
- Runs off your boiler or hot water tank
- Often a bar valve across the tiles
Quick way to tell: look for a pull cord on the ceiling or an isolator switch on the wall outside the bathroom. If one is there, you have an electric shower and you need an electrician. If your shower has a hot tap feeding it, it is a mixer and you need a plumber.
St Helens Shower Replacement Prices
One price for the shower and the fitting, with a 2 year labour guarantee. Any Triton or Mira model.
- ✓ New shower head and rail included
- ✓ Covers the old unit's marks and holes
- ✓ Pipework reconfigured if needed
- ✓ Same-day St Helens service available
- ✓ Thermostatic temperature control
- ✓ Multiple spray patterns
- ✓ Stronger build quality
- ✓ Longer manufacturer warranty
- ✓ Digital temperature display
- ✓ Anti-limescale technology
- ✓ Eco mode to reduce energy bills
- ✓ Extended manufacturer warranty
Why We Fit the Triton T80 Easi-Fit
We have swapped hundreds of showers. This is the unit we keep coming back to, and the reason is what it does to the wall behind it.
The Easi-Fit has a wider backplate and multiple inlet positions, so it sits over the marks and screw holes the old shower leaves. In most swaps you walk back into the bathroom and see no sign there was ever a different shower there.
A new shower head and riser rail go up as part of the price. We do not hand you a new unit and leave the old scaled up head on the wall.
If the new inlet does not line up with your existing pipe, we reconfigure it. No surface pipe stuck across the tiles to bridge the gap.
This is not the cheapest unit we could buy. It is the one that gives the cleanest finish in a real bathroom, which is why it is our budget option rather than something cheaper.
Where the old shower was much larger, or the tiles are already damaged behind it, we tell you at the quote rather than on the day.
What Does Supply and Fit Actually Include?
Supplied and fitted means one price for the shower and the work. No separate labour bill. No trip to a merchant. No call-out fee.
- The shower unit itself, Triton or Mira
- A new shower head and riser rail
- Any pipework reconfiguration needed
- Fitting and full testing
- Removal and disposal of your old shower
- 2 year labour guarantee
- Travel anywhere in St Helens
- New 10mm cable for a 9.5kW or 10.5kW model, from £350
- A brand new circuit where there is no shower at all, £800 to £1,400
- Tiling or plastering repairs if the old unit was bigger
- Out of hours call-outs
You will see £199 advertised elsewhere. That is usually the labour on its own, with the shower, the head, the rail and any pipework on top. Ours is the finished job in one number.
Electric Shower Not Working in St Helens?
Try these checks before calling us. We can often save you a call-out with a two-minute conversation.
Have a look at your fuse box. The shower circuit may have tripped. Check the pull cord in the bathroom is switched on too.
The heating element has probably gone. It is the fault we see most. On any shower over 4 years old a new unit costs less than a repair.
It could just be limescale in the head. Soak it in white vinegar overnight. If it has always been weak, a higher kW model or a new cable will make a real difference.
Switch it off at the isolator now. Water near live parts is very dangerous. Do not open the unit or poke about inside it.
Still not fixed? We can often attend the same day across St Helens to diagnose, repair or replace your shower.
Call 07399 676656Brands We Install in St Helens
We have fitted over 500 showers across Merseyside, so we know which brands last. Triton and Mira only. No cheap units that give up after 18 months.
Good value, reliable, and backed by a strong UK service network. Triton showers just work. They are our pick for budget and mid range swaps across St Helens, and they suit rentals in Parr, Thatto Heath and Newton-le-Willows.
Mira sits at the top of the market for build, design and features. Digital controls, anti-limescale tech and longer warranties. It is the one to pick if you want the best shower in the house.
What Cable Do You Have in Your St Helens Home?
Your cable size determines which showers you can safely install. This is the most important thing to check before choosing a model.
This is what most St Helens homes have. It suits nearly every standard electric shower and works fine across all the WA postcodes.
This opens up the most powerful showers, with stronger flow and faster heating. We run the cable as part of the job.
You cannot fit a shower above your cable limit. A 9.5kW shower will not work safely on a 6mm cable as required by IET BS 7671 wiring regulations. Not sure what cable you have in your St Helens property? We check for free when we come to quote.
Want a More Powerful Shower in St Helens?
If your current shower feels weak or you want stronger water flow, here are your options explained clearly.
Max Out Your Current Cable
Got a 7.5kW shower on a 6mm cable? Move up to an 8.5kW model and you use everything that cable can give. No extra wiring, no extra cost.
Upgrade Cable and Shower
Want a 9.5kW or 10.5kW for a much stronger flow? We run a new 10mm cable from your fuse box. That opens up the most powerful showers on the market.
Shower Always Felt Weak?
A higher kW shower gives you stronger, hotter water, with a new cable if yours cannot take it. It is one of the main reasons St Helens people ring us, and one of the best jobs we do.
New Electric Shower Installation Across St Helens
No shower circuit in the property yet? We do the lot in one visit, fuse box to shower head.
Complete St Helens Package: £800 to £1,400
What you pay depends on how far the bathroom is from your fuse box, and which shower you pick. We confirm the price at the free quote visit.
- Consumer unit check and new dedicated circuit
- Cable run from consumer unit to bathroom
- Isolation switch installed in accessible position
- Cold water plumbing connection
- Shower unit supply and fit
- All materials included in the price
- Part P certificate of compliance issued same day
Typical Prices by St Helens Property Type
Every new shower circuit is notifiable under Part P of the Building Regulations. We are a NICEIC registered contractor, so we self-certify. You do not have to apply to building control. If your fuse box needs work first, see our St Helens electrical services.
How It Works in St Helens
Simple, professional shower installation from first call to hot running water.
Get Your Free Quote
Call us or fill in our form. Tell us whether you need a replacement or a new installation and we give you a fixed price with no hidden costs before we book a date.
Fixed price, no surprisesChoose Your Shower
We recommend Triton or Mira models based on your cable size and budget. We advise on the best kW rating for your water pressure and household usage.
Expert guidance includedWe Install It
Our NICEIC electrician turns up with your shower and everything else needed. A swap takes 1 to 2 hours. A new circuit takes 3 to 5. We clean up before we go.
Clean and tidy throughoutEnjoy Your Shower
Hot water immediately after installation. Full 2-year labour guarantee on all St Helens shower work. Call us at any time if anything is not right and we will come back to sort it.
2-year labour guaranteeWhat Our Customers Say
Every review here is copied word for word from our Google page. Nothing is edited or invented.
We had ideal come to our house to do a full rewire in April. They explained the work, quoted for all the jobs we wanted doing and explained the timeline and how the work would be carried out. We were able to arrange for the rewire to be carried out while we were away on holiday to minimise the disruption. Following the rewire we received our installation certificate and excellent aftercare. Thanks lads!
Tom and his team were very efficient with the total rewire of my house. They worked quickly, were very accommodating adding new and replacing old sockets where requested, and they were very informative, ensuring we understood everything about the new fuse box. They also removed/unwired the old electrical heaters and connected my oven for free. I’m overall very satisfied with their work and would highly recommend them.
Highly recommend Michael and his team, they came out to replace our fuse box, all work was done to a high standard and we've had no issues since. Lovely guys, quick and professional service.
Why St Helens Homeowners Choose Ideal Electrical
Trusted shower installation specialists across all St Helens WA postcodes
Every bathroom job is certified to BS 7671, IP zones included. You get the Part P certificate the same day.
We know which models last longest and which to avoid. Triton and Mira only. No cheap alternatives that fail within 18 months.
Shower broken this morning? We can often be with you the same day with a new unit loaded on the van across all St Helens WA postcodes.
We work in St Helens post-war semis and terraces all the time. We know how they are wired and the quickest way to run a cable in them.
No hidden charges. The price we quote is the price on your invoice. 2-year labour guarantee on every installation across St Helens.
Shower fault outside business hours? Call us anytime on 07399 676656 and we will get your hot water back on across St Helens.
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CALL 07399 676656Electric Shower Fitters Across St Helens
Looking for shower installers near you? We cover every St Helens postcode at the same fixed price. No travel charge wherever you are in the borough.
Most St Helens homes are post-war semis and terraces with a 6mm shower cable already in. That means a straight swap, usually same day. Older stock around Parr and Sutton sometimes has no shower circuit at all, and that is when the full installation price applies.
Electric Showers St Helens: Common Questions
Straight answers about electric shower installation and replacement in St Helens.
TIMINGHow long does a shower replacement take in St Helens?
Usually 1 to 2 hours. We remove the old shower, supply and fit the new one, test it fully and clean up. You can use your new shower immediately after we leave. For new installations where a new circuit is also required, allow 3 to 5 hours depending on the cable run distance.
POWERCan I get a more powerful electric shower in St Helens?
Yes. If you have a 6mm cable you can go up to 8.5kW with no extra work needed. For anything more powerful, such as 9.5kW or 10.5kW, we install a new 10mm cable from your consumer unit at an additional cost of around £350 to £450. This is covered under IET BS 7671 wiring regulations and is Part P notifiable work that we certify for you.
BRANDSWhich shower brands do you recommend for St Helens?
We fit Triton and Mira only. Triton is the value pick, and the T80 is what we put in most rentals around Parr, Thatto Heath and Newton-le-Willows. Mira is the premium end, with digital controls and anti-limescale tech. We never fit cheap unbranded units. Electrical Safety First says to always use a qualified electrician for this work. Our guide on how to choose an electrician helps you pick.
REGULATIONSDo I need a Part P certificate for a new shower in St Helens?
Yes. Any new shower circuit is notifiable under Part P of the Building Regulations. We are a NICEIC registered contractor, so we self-certify and hand you the certificate on the day. It costs nothing extra. You will need it when you sell the house.
WHO FITSWho fits an electric shower, an electrician or a plumber?
An electrician. An electric shower heats its own water, so it runs on a high current circuit of its own. That work is notifiable under Part P of the Building Regulations and a registered electrician has to certify it. A plumber can move the pipe but cannot sign off the electrics.
A mixer shower fed from your boiler is the other way round. No element, no big circuit, so that one is plumbing work. Our sister company Liverpool Emergency Plumber handles those.
FINISHWill I be left with screw holes where the old shower was?
Usually not. Our budget unit is the Triton T80 Easi-Fit, picked because its backplate is wider and it takes the water in from several positions. That means it sits over the marks and holes the old shower leaves behind.
We also put up a new head and rail, and reconfigure the pipework if the new inlet does not line up. If your old shower was much bigger than the new one, or the tiles behind it are already damaged, we tell you at the quote and not on the day.
COSTHow much to supply and fit an electric shower in St Helens?
From £280 all in for a replacement on an existing shower circuit. That is the shower, the fitting, taking the old one away and a 2 year labour guarantee in one price.
Mid range models are £400 to £450. Premium models start at £500. If there is no shower circuit in the property at all, a complete installation is £800 to £1,400 depending on how far the bathroom is from your fuse box.
PREPAREDo I need to do anything to prepare?
Just make sure we can get to the shower and the fuse box. We bring the shower and all the materials. We take the old one away too. Clearing the floor around the shower helps us work faster.
COSTHow much does a brand new shower installation cost?
Between £800 and £1,400 where there is no shower circuit in the property yet. The price depends on how far your bathroom is from the fuse box and which shower you pick.
A flat or small terrace with a short cable run is usually £800 to £1,000. A standard St Helens three bed semi is £1,000 to £1,200. A larger detached house in Eccleston or Rainford is £1,200 to £1,400.
TRAVELDo you charge extra for coming to St Helens?
No. The price we quote is the price on your invoice, wherever you are in the borough. Town centre, Haydock, Rainford, Newton-le-Willows or Billinge, it is the same figure.
EMERGENCYWhat if my shower breaks outside business hours in St Helens?
We cover St Helens 24/7. Ring 07399 676656 at any hour and we will get your hot water back on. Out of hours rates apply, and we tell you the price before we set off. A real person answers every call.
LIFESPANHow long do electric showers last in St Helens?
Most standard models last 4 to 6 years. Premium ones with anti-limescale technology last longer. Soaking the showerhead in white vinegar now and then helps the element last. Once an element goes, a new shower is nearly always cheaper than a repair.
Shower and Electrical Guides
Useful reading before or after your shower installation.
Other Electrical Services in St Helens
Fixed prices across every St Helens postcode. All work is NICEIC approved.
Electric Shower Installation St Helens: Why Use a Qualified Electrician?
Fitting an electric shower is not a handyman job. The circuit has to be wired right, protected by the correct MCB, and signed off under Part P of the Building Regulations. Electrical Safety First says plainly that a qualified electrician must do this work. Get it wrong and you risk a fire or a shock.
We are a Liverpool team and St Helens is a short run down the M62, so we are there most weeks. We have fitted over 500 showers across Merseyside. Every one is NICEIC certified with a full Part P certificate.
St Helens Shower Replacement: Same-Day Service Available
A broken shower is not something most households can wait days to fix. That is why we carry stock of the most popular Triton and Mira models on the van at all times, allowing us to attend and complete the majority of St Helens replacement jobs on the same day you call. We cover all St Helens WA postcodes from Newton-le-Willows to Rainford.
All our work meets the current 18th Edition BS 7671 wiring regulations and we notify building control where we have to. We cover St Helens town centre, Eccleston, Haydock, Newton-le-Willows, Parr, Thatto Heath, Sutton, Rainhill and everywhere around them.
We also install electric showers in nearby areas:
Need a New Shower in St Helens?
500+ showers fitted. NICEIC approved. Same-day available across all St Helens WA postcodes.
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