- Area
- Buckinghamshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- HP6 and HP7
- Location
- 21 miles north-east of Reading
Shared houses in Amersham 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 Amersham?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Amersham, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Amersham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Amersham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Amersham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Amersham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Amersham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Amersham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Amersham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Amersham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Amersham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Amersham
- Communal kitchen refits in Amersham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Amersham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Amersham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Amersham
- Fire doors in Amersham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Amersham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Amersham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Amersham
- Sound insulation in Amersham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Amersham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Amersham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Amersham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Amersham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Amersham
HMO rules for Amersham
- 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.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
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 Amersham
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| 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 |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Chesham (2 mi)
- Chalfont Saint Peter (5 mi)
- Gerrards Cross (6 mi)
- High Wycombe (6 mi)
- Rickmansworth (6 mi)
- Berkhamsted (7 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Amersham?
Yes. We work across Amersham and the HP6 and HP7 postcode areas, plus the rest of Buckinghamshire. Nearby places we also cover include Chesham, Chalfont Saint Peter, Gerrards Cross.
Does a shared house in Amersham need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
What HMO services do you offer in Amersham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.