- Area
- Essex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CM14
- Location
- 20 miles north-east of London
Shared houses in Brentwood range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Brentwood?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Brentwood, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Brentwood
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Brentwood
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Brentwood
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Brentwood
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Brentwood
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brentwood
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Brentwood
- Student HMO refurbishment in Brentwood
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Brentwood
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Brentwood
- Communal kitchen refits in Brentwood
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Brentwood
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Brentwood
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Brentwood
- Fire doors in Brentwood
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Brentwood
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brentwood
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Brentwood
- Sound insulation in Brentwood
- EPC and energy upgrades in Brentwood
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brentwood
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Brentwood
- Extensions for extra rooms in Brentwood
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Brentwood
HMO rules for Brentwood
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, usually permitted development from a family house unless an Article 4 direction applies; 7 or more normally needs permission.
- 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 Brentwood
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,500 – £19,100 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,250 – £9,550 | letting room |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Brentwood?
Yes. We work across Brentwood and the CM14 postcode areas, plus the rest of Essex. Nearby places we also cover include Billericay, Hornchurch, Romford.
Does a shared house in Brentwood 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 Brentwood?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.