- Area
- Berkshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- RG2, RG6 and RG41
- Location
- 3 miles south-east of Reading
From Reading (3 miles away) to the centre of Lower Earley, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Lower Earley?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Lower Earley. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Lower Earley
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Lower Earley
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Lower Earley
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Lower Earley
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Lower Earley
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Lower Earley
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Lower Earley
- Student HMO refurbishment in Lower Earley
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Lower Earley
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Lower Earley
- Communal kitchen refits in Lower Earley
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Lower Earley
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Lower Earley
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Lower Earley
- Fire doors in Lower Earley
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Lower Earley
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lower Earley
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Lower Earley
- Sound insulation in Lower Earley
- EPC and energy upgrades in Lower Earley
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Lower Earley
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Lower Earley
- Extensions for extra rooms in Lower Earley
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Lower Earley
HMO rules for Lower Earley
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, usually permitted development from a family house unless an Article 4 direction applies; 7 or more normally needs permission.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
Guide prices in Lower Earley
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Lower Earley do you work in?
All of them, including RG2, RG6 and RG41, and the surrounding parts of Berkshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Lower Earley?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
What HMO services do you offer in Lower Earley?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.