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Kitchen & Bathroom in Brixton

Refits, repairs and upgrades for kitchens and bathrooms — from a new tap to a full installation.

  • Covering SW2, SW9
  • Local South London team
  • Local South London team
  • Free, no-obligation quotes
  • Covering SW2, SW9
  • One team, every trade
Kitchen & Bathroom in Brixton

A large slice of Brixton is rented — flats and shared houses on the estates around the town centre, period conversions off Coldharbour Lane, and terraces split up along Brixton Hill and Tulse Hill — so a lot of our kitchen and bathroom work here is about durable fits that turn a property around quickly and cope with heavy, back-to-back use. We handle the full range across SW2 and SW9, from a leaking shower or worn sealant to a complete strip-out and reinstallation. For a landlord, let-ready means fittings that look sharp at a viewing and survive the next tenancy without a call-out; for an owner it more often means finally replacing a suite or kitchen that has limped on for years.

Brixton is far from all rentals, though. Owner-occupiers in the Victorian terraces above Tulse Hill and around Loughborough Junction come to us for the same thing landlords do: one team covering plumbing, tiling, carpentry and decorating, so a kitchen or bathroom is handled start to finish without lining up separate trades. We cover the area from Brixton Hill and Acre Lane down to the centre, out along Effra Road and towards Angell Town, planning visits and material drop-offs around the busy streets and permit zones near the market.

In the purpose-built and council-built blocks, a straightforward like-for-like refit that keeps the existing pipe and waste positions usually keeps costs sensible, while the older conversions need more thought about shared stacks and the flat below. For a tenanted flat we can arrange access with the tenant, managing agent or a neighbour beforehand so a bathroom or kitchen refit runs to time. Any gas work is carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, you get an itemised price before we start, and we leave the place clean and watertight.

Why us

Why Brixton chooses 247 Property Maintenance

One dependable local team, honest pricing and tidy work — the things that actually matter when someone's coming to your home.

One trusted local team

From a dripping tap to a full refurbishment, a single reliable team handles it — no juggling multiple contractors for your property.

Fast, flexible response

We work around you and aim to get to jobs quickly, with same-day appointments where our schedule allows.

Fair, upfront pricing

Clear, affordable quotes before we start, so there are no surprises when the job is done.

Homeowners & landlords

Trusted for private homes and rental properties alike — reactive repairs, planned maintenance and end-of-tenancy work.

Local to London

Based in South London (SW16) and covering London and the surrounding towns — a local team that knows the area.

Tidy, professional work

Experienced tradespeople who treat your property with respect and leave it clean and finished properly.

Local knowledge

Why Brixton homes and landlords rely on us for kitchen and bathroom work

The estate flats around the town centre and Angell Town tend to have compact, well-used kitchens and bathrooms that respond best to a practical refit — sturdy worktops, easy-clean splashbacks and a modern shower over or in place of a tired bath, all swapped in without moving the plumbing about. Around Loughborough Junction and the estates off Brixton Road these flats are used hard, so it pays to choose surfaces and fittings that wipe clean and wear well rather than the cheapest option that fails first. For landlords and agents turning a flat between tenants, that keeps both the cost and the disruption down.

The period conversions off Coldharbour Lane and along Brixton Hill are a different job. Here a kitchen or bathroom often sits in a former reception room over another flat, so watertight work matters: proper tanking under a shower, careful sealing around baths and basins, and waste runs planned so a leak never reaches the ceiling below. Where an original conversion left a cramped shower room, we can rework it so the basin, toilet and shower actually fit and drain properly. And in the HMOs and shared houses common across SW2 and SW9, we fit hard-wearing suites and surfaces built for constant use — sometimes adding an extra shower room or a second kitchen sink to serve several tenants.

The service

About kitchen & bathroom

Kitchen and bathroom work covers fitting, refurbishing and repairing the two wettest, hardest-working rooms in a home — from a single new tap or fresh sealant to a full strip-out and installation.

It suits homeowners updating a tired room, landlords and letting agents preparing a property to let, and anyone who needs a leak, tile or worn fitting sorted quickly.

Signs you might need kitchen and bathroom work

  • Tired units, cracked tiles or a dated suite that lets the whole room down
  • Loose, mouldy or blackened sealant around a bath, basin or worktop
  • A tap, shower, toilet or waste that leaks, drips or drains slowly
  • Water getting behind tiles or splashbacks, with signs of damp or swelling
  • A layout that no longer works for how the room is actually used
  • A rental in need of a hard-wearing refresh between tenancies

What we cover

  • Kitchen fitting and refits
  • Bathroom installation and refurbishment
  • Worktops, units and cupboards
  • Tiling, grouting and re-sealing
  • Taps, sinks, showers and toilets
  • Splashbacks and waterproofing
  • Small repairs and upgrades

See our full Kitchen & Bathroom page for more detail, or everything we do in Brixton.

How it works

Our process for kitchen and bathroom work in Brixton

A simple, no-surprises way of working — from your first message to a tidy finish.

  1. 1

    Talk through what you want

    We start by understanding the room, your budget and whether it is a repair, a refresh or a full refit.

  2. 2

    Survey and plan

    We measure up, check the plumbing and layout, and agree fittings, tiling and finishes before anything is ordered.

  3. 3

    A clear quote

    You get an itemised price before any work begins, so you always know the cost up front.

  4. 4

    Strip out and first fix

    We remove the old suite or units and get the plumbing and any electrics into the right place for the new layout.

  5. 5

    Fit, tile and seal

    We install units, worktops and fittings, then tile, grout and seal for a clean, watertight finish.

  6. 6

    Test and hand over

    We check every tap, waste and seal, clear up thoroughly and leave the room ready to use.

The benefits

What you get with kitchen and bathroom work from us

One team, every trade

Plumbing, tiling, carpentry and decorating are handled in-house, so you never have to juggle separate contractors.

A watertight finish

Proper sealing, grouting and waterproofing keep water where it belongs and help prevent damp and rot.

Repairs as well as refits

We are happy to re-seal a bath or swap a tap, not just fit whole rooms from scratch.

A clear price up front

You get an itemised quote before we start, so there are no surprises at the end.

Tidy, careful work

We protect floors, clear mess as we go and leave the room clean and ready to use.

Built for daily use

Hard-wearing materials and a solid fit stand up to the busiest kitchen or bathroom.

FAQs

Kitchen & Bathroom in Brixton — FAQs

Can you turn a Brixton rental's kitchen or bathroom around between tenancies?

Yes. Much of Brixton is let, and we regularly refit and refresh kitchens and bathrooms between tenants — durable, easy-clean fittings kept to the existing pipe positions where possible to hold costs down, with visits and material drop-offs planned around the busy streets and permit zones near the market.

Which parts of Brixton do you cover?

We cover Brixton and the surrounding SW2 and SW9 streets, from Brixton Hill and Tulse Hill down to the centre and out towards Loughborough Junction. If you are on the edge of the area, get in touch and we will confirm we can reach you.

Do you help Brixton landlords keep flats let-ready?

Yes. A lot of Brixton property is rented, and we regularly handle reactive repairs and between-tenancy maintenance for landlords and agents — from leaks and decorating to fixing doors, windows and fittings before a new tenant moves in.

How do you handle access and parking around Brixton town centre?

We are used to the busy streets and permit zones around the market and Coldharbour Lane, and we plan our visits and any material drop-offs around them. For flats with shared entrances we can arrange access with the tenant, managing agent or a neighbour beforehand so the work runs smoothly.

Do you manage the whole project?

Yes. Because we cover plumbing, tiling, carpentry and decorating in-house, we can handle a kitchen or bathroom from strip-out to finish with one team, rather than several separate trades.

Can you just do a small job, like re-sealing a bath?

Of course. We are happy to take on small tasks such as re-sealing, re-grouting, swapping a tap or fixing a leaking shower, as well as full installations.

Do you supply the units and fittings?

We can fit units and fittings you have bought, or advise on suitable options — just let us know which you would prefer when you enquire.

How long does a full bathroom or kitchen refit take?

It depends on the size and specification, but a typical bathroom is usually a matter of days and a kitchen a little longer. We give you a realistic timescale with your quote and keep you updated as work progresses.

Will you make sure everything is properly waterproofed?

Yes. Correct sealing, grouting and waterproofing is central to a lasting bathroom or kitchen. We seal around baths, showers, basins and worktops so water stays where it should and damp does not take hold.

Can you work to my budget?

We can. Tell us what you would like to spend and we will suggest fittings and an approach to match, whether that is a simple refresh or a full installation.

Get in touch

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