- Area
- Cornwall
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- TR15 and TR16
- Location
- 49 miles west of Plymouth
Shared houses in Redruth 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 Redruth?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Redruth, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Redruth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Redruth
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Redruth
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Redruth
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Redruth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Redruth
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Redruth
- Student HMO refurbishment in Redruth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Redruth
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Redruth
- Communal kitchen refits in Redruth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Redruth
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Redruth
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Redruth
- Fire doors in Redruth
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Redruth
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Redruth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Redruth
- Sound insulation in Redruth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Redruth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Redruth
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Redruth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Redruth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Redruth
HMO rules for Redruth
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
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 Redruth
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,650 – £6,750 | letting room |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Redruth?
Yes. We work across Redruth and the TR15 and TR16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cornwall. Nearby places we also cover include Camborne, Truro, Falmouth.
Does a shared house in Redruth 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 Redruth?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.