- Area
- Essex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- RM15, RM16 and RM20
- Location
- 18 miles east of London
From Grays (3 miles away) to the centre of South Ockendon, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in South Ockendon?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across South Ockendon and RM15, RM16 and RM20.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in South Ockendon
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in South Ockendon
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in South Ockendon
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in South Ockendon
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in South Ockendon
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in South Ockendon
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in South Ockendon
- Student HMO refurbishment in South Ockendon
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in South Ockendon
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in South Ockendon
- Communal kitchen refits in South Ockendon
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in South Ockendon
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in South Ockendon
- Fire alarm and detection systems in South Ockendon
- Fire doors in South Ockendon
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in South Ockendon
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in South Ockendon
- Rewires and EICR remedials in South Ockendon
- Sound insulation in South Ockendon
- EPC and energy upgrades in South Ockendon
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in South Ockendon
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in South Ockendon
- Extensions for extra rooms in South Ockendon
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in South Ockendon
HMO rules for South Ockendon
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
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 South Ockendon
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from South Ockendon?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For South Ockendon the nearest towns on our list are Grays (3 miles), Hornchurch (4 miles), Dartford (5 miles).
Does a shared house in South Ockendon 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 South Ockendon?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.