- Area
- Dorset
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- BH6 and BH23
- Location
- 20 miles south-west of Southampton
From Bournemouth (4 miles away) to the centre of Christchurch, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Christchurch?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Christchurch. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Christchurch
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Christchurch
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Christchurch
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Christchurch
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Christchurch
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Christchurch
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Christchurch
- Student HMO refurbishment in Christchurch
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Christchurch
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Christchurch
- Communal kitchen refits in Christchurch
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Christchurch
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Christchurch
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Christchurch
- Fire doors in Christchurch
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Christchurch
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Christchurch
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Christchurch
- Sound insulation in Christchurch
- EPC and energy upgrades in Christchurch
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Christchurch
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Christchurch
- Extensions for extra rooms in Christchurch
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Christchurch
HMO rules for Christchurch
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Christchurch
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,250 – £12,500 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Christchurch?
We cover the whole of Dorset and work UK-wide. For Christchurch the nearest towns on our list are Bournemouth (4 miles), New Milton (5 miles), Poole (9 miles).
Does a shared house in Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.