- Area
- Devon
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- EX6 and EX8
- Location
- 9 miles south-east of Exeter
Our Exmouth work covers EX6 and EX8 and the surrounding area, 9 miles south-east of Exeter, with the same survey-first, fixed-quote approach we use across Devon.
What HMO works do we carry out in Exmouth?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Exmouth. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Exmouth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Exmouth
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Exmouth
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Exmouth
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Exmouth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Exmouth
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Exmouth
- Student HMO refurbishment in Exmouth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Exmouth
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Exmouth
- Communal kitchen refits in Exmouth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Exmouth
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Exmouth
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Exmouth
- Fire doors in Exmouth
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Exmouth
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Exmouth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Exmouth
- Sound insulation in Exmouth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Exmouth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Exmouth
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Exmouth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Exmouth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Exmouth
HMO rules for Exmouth
- 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.
- 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 Exmouth
| 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 | £4,150 – £9,350 | letting room |
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,250 – £12,500 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Exmouth?
Yes. We work across Exmouth and the EX6 and EX8 postcode areas, plus the rest of Devon. Nearby places we also cover include Heavitree, Exeter, Newton Abbot.
Does a shared house in Exmouth 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 Exmouth?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.