Best Bathroom Shops & Showrooms in Andover
Professional plumber's honest guide to where Andover customers should shop for bathroom fittings, tiles, and supplies
As a professional plumber serving Andover and surrounding areas for over 15 years, I've worked with virtually every bathroom supplier in the area. This guide shares my honest experiences and recommendations to help you make the best choices for your bathroom project.
Important Shopping Advice
Always speak to people who know bathroom design before looking online. A good design consultation can save you thousands and prevent costly mistakes.
Avoid buying taps or valves from Victoria Plumbing - they tend to be poor quality. Their vanity units are okay, but expect to spend an hour with a chatbot if anything goes wrong with your order.
Andover Bathroom Shop Reviews
Honest reviews based on 15+ years of professional experience working with these suppliers
Andover Bathroom Collection
A342 near Andover
Contact: Paul Ballantine (Owner)
Specialties:
Pros:
- Paul Ballantine is extremely helpful and knowledgeable
- Excellent at putting together bathroom fittings and tiles
- Spacious showroom with good displays
- Professional design and installation services
Professional Recommendation:
"This is my top recommendation for Andover customers. Paul really knows his stuff and will help you create a cohesive bathroom design."
Woodstock Trade - Plumbing Heating Bathrooms
Units 1+2, Beresford Gate South Way, Walworth Industrial Estate
Andover, Hants SP10 5BN
Website: woodstock-trade.co.uk
Specialties:
Pros:
- Independent shop with excellent reputation
- Staff have genuine on-the-tools experience
- Knowledgeable team who really know their products
- Trusted by local trades
- Great for professional advice
Professional Recommendation:
"I really like going here. They're suppliers for local trades and have genuine expertise from years of hands-on experience."
Huws Gray (@Home Showroom)
Huws Gray Buildbase Andover
Contact: Jim Bannister
Specialties:
Pros:
- Jim Bannister is very helpful and provides detailed quotes
- Excellent for customers on a budget
- Good selection of kitchen and bathroom displays
- I particularly like their 12mm Shower Board Aqua Panels
Professional Recommendation:
"Great option if you're working to a budget. Jim will provide you with detailed quotes and help you get the most for your money."
Andover CPS (City Plumbing)
Andover
Specialties:
Pros:
- Can be very good service
- Helpful staff
- Large range of trade quality products
- Part of UK's largest builders' merchants
Professional Recommendation:
"Solid choice with generally good service. Part of a large network so good product availability."
The Bathroom Showroom
Andover
Website: bathrooms.com
Specialties:
Pros:
- Claim to guide you through bathroom design journey
- Confidence in purchasing new bathrooms
Professional Recommendation:
"I haven't been here yet but intend to visit. Will update this guide once I've had a chance to assess their offerings."
Wickes Andover
Andover
Specialties:
Pros:
- Good products that work well on a budget
- Decent range of kitchen and bathroom options
Cons:
- Poor installation service
- Significant delays reported
- Customer service issues
- Installation headaches
Professional Recommendation:
"Happy to fit their products as they can work well on a budget, but I wouldn't recommend their installation service due to service delays and customer inconvenience."
Tradebase
Andover
Website: tradebase.com
Specialties:
Cons:
- Recent poor experience with order management
- Kept mucking up orders
- Received clearly opened/returned products
- Product had crack in back - had to remove after fitting
- Frustrating service experience
Professional Recommendation:
"Used them once recently and need some persuading to go back. Multiple order issues and received damaged goods. Would look elsewhere."
Professional Shopping Tips
Do This
- Visit showrooms in person before making decisions
- Speak to experienced design consultants
- Get multiple quotes for comparison
- Choose quality taps and valves from reputable brands
- Ask about delivery times and return policies
Avoid This
- Making decisions based purely on online photos
- Buying taps or valves from Victoria Plumbing
- Choosing the cheapest option without considering quality
- Ignoring delivery schedules when planning installation
- Ordering without measuring properly first
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I work with all the recommended suppliers above and can help you choose the right products for your budget and requirements.
Serving Andover, Upper Clatford, Tidworth, Ludgershall, Shipton Bellinger and surrounding areas