Equipment costs for Changing Places toilets

It is recommended that a fully accessible Changing Places toilet should include:

• a height adjustable changing bench, either wall mounted OR free standing
• a ceiling mounted hoist track that covers the room
• a peninsular toilet with drop down grab rails on either side

Additionally, it can be helpful to install:

• a height adjustable wash hand basin on a horizontal track.

Estimated total equipment costs for a Changing Places toilet are £8,000 - £10,000, including VAT.

This may vary depending on the particular site requirements, specific equipment chosen and changes to equipment costs.

Costs for essential pieces of equipment are as follows:

• Changing bench

Height adjustable wall mounted changing bench (with side safety rail)
£2,500 approximately + VAT
Installation charges may apply

OR

Mobile height adjustable changing bench (with side safety rail)
Hydraulic (manual version)
£2,000 - £4,000 approximately + VAT
Carriage charge/delivery may apply

• Hoist

X/Y room corner tracking hoist including track, motor and installation to cover a 2.5 x 2.5 metre room
£3,000 approximately

This must be based on individual assessment of the fittings required to meet the structural requirements of the building. Alternative fittings may increase costs. Motor to accommodate higher weight limits may incur higher costs.

• Grab rails

Drop down grab rails
2 rails – wall mounted
£80-£120 approximately + VAT
Installation charges may apply

• Height adjustable wash hand basin

Height adjustable wash hand basin on horizontal track
Hydraulic mechanism
2 metre track
Includes basin, flexihose and mono mixer tap.
£1,200 approximately + VAT
Installation charges may apply