- Area
- Cumbria
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CA14
- Location
- 30 miles south-west of Carlisle
Workington is a town of about 21,000 people, 30 miles south-west of Carlisle. We cover every part of it, from CA14 out to Whitehaven, Dumfries.
What HMO works do we carry out in Workington?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Workington, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Workington
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Workington
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Workington
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Workington
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Workington
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Workington
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Workington
- Student HMO refurbishment in Workington
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Workington
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Workington
- Communal kitchen refits in Workington
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Workington
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Workington
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Workington
- Fire doors in Workington
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Workington
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Workington
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Workington
- Sound insulation in Workington
- EPC and energy upgrades in Workington
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Workington
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Workington
- Extensions for extra rooms in Workington
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Workington
HMO rules for Workington
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
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 Workington
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
Nearby places we cover
- Whitehaven (7 mi)
- Dumfries (30 mi)
- Carlisle (30 mi)
- Kendal (39 mi)
- Barrow in Furness (39 mi)
- Morecambe (48 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Workington?
Yes. We work across Workington and the CA14 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cumbria. Nearby places we also cover include Whitehaven, Dumfries, Carlisle.
Does a shared house in Workington 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 Workington?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.