- Area
- Essex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CM7 and CM77
- Location
- 29 miles south-east of Cambridge
Braintree is a town of around 55,000 people, 29 miles south-east of Cambridge. We cover every part of it, from CM7 and CM77 out to Witham, Chelmsford.
What HMO works do we carry out in Braintree?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Braintree, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Braintree
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Braintree
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Braintree
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Braintree
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Braintree
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Braintree
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Braintree
- Student HMO refurbishment in Braintree
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Braintree
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Braintree
- Communal kitchen refits in Braintree
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Braintree
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Braintree
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Braintree
- Fire doors in Braintree
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Braintree
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Braintree
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Braintree
- Sound insulation in Braintree
- EPC and energy upgrades in Braintree
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Braintree
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Braintree
- Extensions for extra rooms in Braintree
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Braintree
HMO rules for Braintree
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- 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.
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 Braintree
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Braintree?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Braintree the nearest towns on our list are Witham (7 miles), Chelmsford (10 miles), Maldon (11 miles).
Does a shared house in Braintree 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 Braintree?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.