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It might sound like a small job to replace an electric shower until an actual quote comes to you. The electric shower installation cost in Ireland in 2026 runs from about €180 to €300 in labour for a like-for-like swap, €350 to €700 for a replacement supplied and fitted, and €700 to €1,200 or more where new wiring is needed. Dublin jobs tend to sit at the upper end of each range.
The actual price range is wide because every job has different requirements. This guide breaks down what you should pay in each situation, what moves the price, and how to keep the final bill sensible.
How Much Does Electric Shower Installation Cost in Ireland?
Most homeowners in Ireland pay between €350 and €700 to have a replacement electric shower supplied and fitted in 2026. Below is an estimate for every major job type:
- Like-for-like swap (labour only): €180 to €300. Old unit off, same model or footprint on, existing wiring and pipework reused.
- Replacement supplied and fitted: €350 to €700. New unit included, with minor adjustments to cable or pipe positions.
- Full new installation: €700 to €1,200 or more. New dedicated circuit from the fuse board, RCD protection, plumbing tie-in, testing and certification.
In Dublin, complex jobs in older houses can push past €1,100 once cable runs and plumbing changes stack up. Quotes are also charged with VAT at either 13.5% or 23% depending on how the work is invoiced, so always ask which rate applies before you compare prices. A written, itemised quote removes the guesswork.
What Affects Your Electric Shower Fitting Cost?
Your electric shower fitting cost depends on five things. Two houses on the same street can get very different quotes. Here are some major factors that influences the most:
- Unit choice. A standard mains-fed model costs far less than a pumped or dual outlet design, and higher kW ratings need heavier cable.
- Existing wiring. If the current cable is undersized or damaged, it has to be replaced before the new unit goes on.
- Cable run. A bathroom directly above the fuse board is a short job. A long run through floors and walls adds hours.
- Fuse board condition. Older boards with no spare ways or no RCD protection need work first. An upgrade typically costs €500 to €1,400 in Ireland.
- Plumbing changes. Moving the water feed or swapping to a different entry point adds time and materials.
In practice, the wiring side moves the price more than anything else, which is why your electric shower installation cost can differ so much from a neighbour's. An assessment visit settles it quickly, and our team provides free quotes with no hidden charges.
Electric Shower Unit Prices by Type
Electric shower units in Irish retailers range from about €200 for a standard mains-fed model to more than €700 for premium dual outlet designs.
Triton and Mira dominate the market here, with power ratings running from 7.5kW up to 10.5kW depending on the model you pick.
- Standard mains-fed units, such as the Triton T80Z or Mira Vie class, cost around €200 to €300.
- Pumped models for low-pressure or tank-fed homes cost around €300 to €450.
- Dual outlet and premium finishes, with an overhead head plus a handset, run €450 to €700 or more.
Why Only a Registered Electrician Can Do the Safe Wiring
Wiring an electric shower is restricted electrical work under Irish law. Because the unit needs its own dedicated circuit and sits in a bathroom, a special location under the National Wiring Rules, only a Registered Electrical Contractor can legally carry out and certify the job under S.I. No. 264 of 2013.
A proper installation means a dedicated circuit sized for the load, correctly rated cable, RCD protection at the board, and testing to I.S. 10101:2020, the standard behind the National Rules for Electrical Installations published by the NSAI.
Should You Repair or Replace a Faulty Shower?
Repair makes sense when the fault is small and the unit is fairly new. Replacement usually works out better value when heating elements fail or the model is no longer made.
Before paying for anything, it helps to know what to do when your electric shower does not work.
Here is what you can do:
- Check the pull cord or isolator switch is on.
- Look for a tripped switch at the fuse board.
- Clean the shower head for limescale blockages.
These simple checks solve a surprising number of "dead" showers for free.
If the unit still will not run, or it cuts between hot and cold, get it looked at rather than living with it.
5 Smart Ways to Keep Your Installation Cost Down
Keeping the cost down starts with the right unit choice. Here is what you can do:
- Choose a standard mains-fed unit unless low water pressure genuinely calls for a pumped model.
- Get a written, itemised quote and confirm VAT is included in the figure.
- Check the completion certificate is part of the price, not an extra.
- Bundle small electrical jobs, like a socket or light fitting, into the same visit to share the call-out.
- Ask about discounts. For example, our team offers reduced rates for senior citizens.
One thing not to economise on is the person doing the wiring. Saving €100 on an uncertified installer can cost far more later in remedial work, failed surveys and insurance headaches.
Get an Exact Quote for Electric Shower Installation
Every figure above is a guide range, because the true price depends on your bathroom, your wiring and your fuse board. A five minute look at those three things is enough for an experienced electrician to give you a firm number.
If you want that number for your own home, request a free quote and you will get a clear written price with no hidden charges, a certificate of compliance and a warranty on the finished work, with same-day response across Dublin, Kildare, Meath and Wicklow.
