- Area
- Devon
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- EX39
- Location
- 36 miles north-west of Exeter
Bideford is a town of about 29,000 people, 36 miles north-west of Exeter. We cover every part of it, from EX39 out to Barnstaple, Tiverton.
What HMO works do we carry out in Bideford?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Bideford, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Bideford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Bideford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bideford
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Bideford
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Bideford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bideford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bideford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Bideford
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bideford
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Bideford
- Communal kitchen refits in Bideford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bideford
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bideford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bideford
- Fire doors in Bideford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bideford
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bideford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Bideford
- Sound insulation in Bideford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Bideford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bideford
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Bideford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Bideford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Bideford
HMO rules for Bideford
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
- 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 Bideford
| 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 |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,150 – £9,350 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Bideford?
Yes. We work across Bideford and the EX39 postcode areas, plus the rest of Devon. Nearby places we also cover include Barnstaple, Tiverton, Exeter.
Does a shared house in Bideford 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 Bideford?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.