2 completely different quotes for bathroom fitting

Spinky77

I want a complete refurbishment of my bathroom, so tiled floor and walls, new 3 piece suite, radiator replaced and spotlights put in. It's a small bathroom at 6x6ft and what I want is pretty basic however I have been given vastly different quotes:

2x bathroom fitters quoted £2,600 (avg) for just fitting (they supply spotlights but I supply everything else)
2x bathroom fitters quoted £2,700 (avg) for fit AND supply everything.

I can't decide if I am being ripped off by the first two or getting a very dodgy cheap deal with the second two.

It was difficult to even get quotes in the first place as everyone is fully booked. The first two I found on trust a trader and the second two I found in the local paper, but they are all local and independent.

I already said yes to one of the first guys too only to find out he could not give me a date. Hence why I got additional quotes. So that is a bridge I need to cross if I am going to change my mind. It's only a verbal agreement and with no date and the other being near enough a third off morally I won't feel too bad.

Advice appreciated...I'm not looking for the cheapest option, I want my bathroom to last. But I also don't want to pay over the odds.

I'm in Manchester

Thank you

ukjoel

You can get a bathroom suite at B&Q for £200 so they prices are not that different.

Is it worth paying them over £2500 to install a cheap suite though. Better off buying the bits you want yourself or from their merchants so you get the kit you want.

Spinky77

This is what I'm not sure about. I have asked one of the cheaper two to break down their quotes for me so I can see what labour costs. He also said he would bring round brochures and samples etc so I do have a say in what I'm getting

Cats_are_great

The tradesperson will get discount from their supplier, as UKjoel said B&Q bathroom suites are really good value, I had one in my previous house, I bought the display model and got the lot for £170 including plumbing.

As the works and materials should be guaranteed make sure you get copies of all guarantees from the fitter. This should put your mind to rest.

Doozergirl

Around £2,500 is a fair price for proper preparation and fitting of a simple bathroom.

The key is to ask them what preparation works they will be carrying out and how long the job will take. Doing it properly is a building job, not a case of simply refitting. It takes time. A bathroom fit is not a five day job and to get best value you need to buy decent quality fittings to prevent having to do it all again five years down the line - or less!

Spinky77

Thank you. That's it, I don't want to pay cheap and pay twice so maybe the more expensive guy is the one to go with and I am still getting a good deal. I was just worried, because of the massive difference in price, I was getting mugged but perhaps he is just going for a cheap set. I will see this eve when he comes round again!

Meanwhile I have still said yes to one of the original quotes anyway