- Area
- Devon
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- TQ1 and TQ2
- Location
- 18 miles south of Exeter
Torquay is a town of around 65,000 people, 18 miles south of Exeter. We cover every part of it, from TQ1 and TQ2 out to Paignton, Newton Abbot.
What HMO works do we carry out in Torquay?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Torquay, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Torquay
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Torquay
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Torquay
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Torquay
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Torquay
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Torquay
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Torquay
- Student HMO refurbishment in Torquay
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Torquay
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Torquay
- Communal kitchen refits in Torquay
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Torquay
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Torquay
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Torquay
- Fire doors in Torquay
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Torquay
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Torquay
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Torquay
- Sound insulation in Torquay
- EPC and energy upgrades in Torquay
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Torquay
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Torquay
- Extensions for extra rooms in Torquay
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Torquay
HMO rules for Torquay
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
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 Torquay
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Torquay do you work in?
All of them, including TQ1 and TQ2, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Does a shared house in Torquay 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 Torquay?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.