- Area
- Buckinghamshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- HP5
- Location
- 23 miles north-east of Reading
Chesham is a town of about 21,000 people, 23 miles north-east of Reading. We cover every part of it, from HP5 out to Amersham, Berkhamsted.
What HMO works do we carry out in Chesham?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Chesham, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Chesham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Chesham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Chesham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Chesham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chesham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chesham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chesham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chesham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Chesham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Chesham
- Communal kitchen refits in Chesham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chesham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chesham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chesham
- Fire doors in Chesham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Chesham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chesham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chesham
- Sound insulation in Chesham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Chesham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chesham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Chesham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Chesham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Chesham
HMO rules for Chesham
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
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 Chesham
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| 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
- Amersham (2 mi)
- Berkhamsted (4 mi)
- Chalfont Saint Peter (7 mi)
- Rickmansworth (7 mi)
- Hemel Hempstead (7 mi)
- High Wycombe (8 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Chesham?
We cover the whole of Buckinghamshire and work UK-wide. For Chesham the nearest towns on our list are Amersham (2 miles), Berkhamsted (4 miles), Chalfont Saint Peter (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Chesham?
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 Chesham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.