- Area
- Dorset
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- BH14 and BH15
- Location
- 29 miles south-west of Southampton
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Poole is a place of roughly 150,000 people, 29 miles south-west of Southampton. We cover every part of it, from BH14 and BH15 out to Bournemouth, Christchurch.
What HMO works do we carry out in Poole?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Poole, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Poole
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Poole
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Poole
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Poole
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Poole
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Poole
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Poole
- Student HMO refurbishment in Poole
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Poole
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Poole
- Communal kitchen refits in Poole
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Poole
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Poole
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Poole
- Fire doors in Poole
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Poole
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Poole
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Poole
- Sound insulation in Poole
- EPC and energy upgrades in Poole
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Poole
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Poole
- Extensions for extra rooms in Poole
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Poole
HMO rules for Poole
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- 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 Poole
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| 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 |
Nearby places we cover
- Bournemouth (5 mi)
- Christchurch (9 mi)
- New Milton (14 mi)
- Weymouth (22 mi)
- Totton (26 mi)
- Salisbury (26 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Poole?
Yes. We work across Poole and the BH14 and BH15 postcode areas, plus the rest of Dorset. Nearby places we also cover include Bournemouth, Christchurch, New Milton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Poole?
With the local council for the address. 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.
What HMO services do you offer in Poole?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.