- Area
- Devon
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- TQ12
- Location
- 14 miles south of Exeter
Shared houses in Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Newton Abbot and TQ12.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Newton Abbot
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Newton Abbot
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Newton Abbot
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Newton Abbot
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newton Abbot
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newton Abbot
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newton Abbot
- Student HMO refurbishment in Newton Abbot
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Newton Abbot
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Newton Abbot
- Communal kitchen refits in Newton Abbot
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newton Abbot
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newton Abbot
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newton Abbot
- Fire doors in Newton Abbot
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newton Abbot
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newton Abbot
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Newton Abbot
- Sound insulation in Newton Abbot
- EPC and energy upgrades in Newton Abbot
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Newton Abbot
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Newton Abbot
- Extensions for extra rooms in Newton Abbot
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Newton Abbot
HMO rules for Newton Abbot
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Newton Abbot
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| 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 |
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Questions
Which postcodes in Newton Abbot do you work in?
All of them, including TQ12, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Does a shared house in Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.