- Area
- Essex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CM9
- Location
- 38 miles north-east of London
Shared houses in Maldon 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 Maldon?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Maldon and CM9.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Maldon
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Maldon
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Maldon
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Maldon
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Maldon
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Maldon
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Maldon
- Student HMO refurbishment in Maldon
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Maldon
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Maldon
- Communal kitchen refits in Maldon
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Maldon
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Maldon
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Maldon
- Fire doors in Maldon
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Maldon
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Maldon
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Maldon
- Sound insulation in Maldon
- EPC and energy upgrades in Maldon
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Maldon
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Maldon
- Extensions for extra rooms in Maldon
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Maldon
HMO rules for Maldon
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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 Maldon
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| 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 |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Maldon?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Maldon the nearest towns on our list are Witham (5 miles), Chelmsford (9 miles), Rayleigh (10 miles).
Does a shared house in Maldon 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 Maldon?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.