- Area
- Devon
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PL9
- Location
- 2 miles east of Plymouth
Our Plymstock work covers PL9 and the surrounding area, 2 miles east of Plymouth, with the same survey-first, fixed-quote approach we use across Devon.
What HMO works do we carry out in Plymstock?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Plymstock, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Plymstock
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Plymstock
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Plymstock
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Plymstock
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Plymstock
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Plymstock
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Plymstock
- Student HMO refurbishment in Plymstock
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Plymstock
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Plymstock
- Communal kitchen refits in Plymstock
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Plymstock
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Plymstock
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Plymstock
- Fire doors in Plymstock
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Plymstock
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Plymstock
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Plymstock
- Sound insulation in Plymstock
- EPC and energy upgrades in Plymstock
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Plymstock
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Plymstock
- Extensions for extra rooms in Plymstock
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Plymstock
HMO rules for Plymstock
- 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.
- 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 Plymstock
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,250 – £12,500 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Plymstock?
Yes. We work across Plymstock and the PL9 postcode areas, plus the rest of Devon. Nearby places we also cover include Plymouth, Paignton, Newton Abbot.
Does a shared house in Plymstock 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 Plymstock?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.