- Area
- Gloucestershire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- GL1, GL2 and GL4
- Location
- 32 miles north-east of Bristol
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Gloucester 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 Gloucester?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Gloucester, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Gloucester
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Gloucester
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Gloucester
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Gloucester
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Gloucester
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gloucester
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Gloucester
- Student HMO refurbishment in Gloucester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Gloucester
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Gloucester
- Communal kitchen refits in Gloucester
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Gloucester
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Gloucester
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Gloucester
- Fire doors in Gloucester
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gloucester
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gloucester
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Gloucester
- Sound insulation in Gloucester
- EPC and energy upgrades in Gloucester
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Gloucester
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Gloucester
- Extensions for extra rooms in Gloucester
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Gloucester
HMO rules for Gloucester
- 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.
- 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 Gloucester
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,250 – £12,500 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
- Cheltenham (7 mi)
- Stroud (8 mi)
- Tewkesbury (9 mi)
- Cirencester (15 mi)
- Great Malvern (17 mi)
- Evesham (20 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Gloucester do you work in?
All of them, including GL1, GL2 and GL4, and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire.
Does a shared house in Gloucester 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 Gloucester?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.