- Area
- Essex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CM1 and CM2
- Location
- 30 miles north-east of London
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Chelmsford and CM1 and CM2.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Chelmsford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Chelmsford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Chelmsford
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Chelmsford
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chelmsford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chelmsford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chelmsford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chelmsford
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Chelmsford
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Chelmsford
- Communal kitchen refits in Chelmsford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chelmsford
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chelmsford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chelmsford
- Fire doors in Chelmsford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Chelmsford
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chelmsford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chelmsford
- Sound insulation in Chelmsford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Chelmsford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chelmsford
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Chelmsford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Chelmsford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Chelmsford
HMO rules for Chelmsford
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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 Chelmsford
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,500 – £19,100 | kitchen |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Chelmsford do you work in?
All of them, including CM1 and CM2, and the surrounding parts of Essex.
Does a shared house in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.