- Area
- Berkshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- RG1, RG4, RG6 and RG30
- Location
- 37 miles west of London
- Council
- Reading Borough Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Reading range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Reading?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Reading, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Reading
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Reading
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Reading
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Reading
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Reading
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Reading
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Reading
- Student HMO refurbishment in Reading
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Reading
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Reading
- Communal kitchen refits in Reading
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Reading
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Reading
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Reading
- Fire doors in Reading
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Reading
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Reading
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Reading
- Sound insulation in Reading
- EPC and energy upgrades in Reading
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Reading
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Reading
- Extensions for extra rooms in Reading
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Reading
HMO rules for Reading
- 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.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
Reading Borough Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area C3-C4 direction for parts of Park, Redlands and Katesgrove wards (from 2012, extended 2017) plus Jesse Terrace (made Jan 2016). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional HMO licensing commenced 1 Mar 2026 (five-year maximum). |
| Selective licensing | Proposed Selective licensing planned for Battle ward first, then Park and Redlands at 12-14 month intervals; not yet formally designated. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Reading before you buy or start work. Source: Reading Borough Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Reading
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,900 – £7,300 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
- Lower Earley (3 mi)
- Wokingham (7 mi)
- Crowthorne (10 mi)
- Yateley (10 mi)
- Bracknell (10 mi)
- Sandhurst (11 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Reading?
We cover the whole of Berkshire and work UK-wide. For Reading the nearest towns on our list are Lower Earley (3 miles), Wokingham (7 miles), Crowthorne (10 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Reading?
Reading is covered by Reading Borough Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
What HMO services do you offer in Reading?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.